Product Name
Leister 105.961 Wide slot nozzle (ø1.98 inch) 1.77 x 0.47, lenght 13.77 inch Nozzle
Brief Description
This Leister 105.961 is a specialized wide slot nozzle designed as an accessory for Leister hot air tools. It is engineered to deliver a broad, flat stream of hot air, making it ideal for applications requiring uniform heat distribution over a wider area. Crafted from precision-engineered stainless steel, this nozzle ensures durability and high-temperature resistance for various industrial and professional tasks.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Plastic welding, including roofing membranes, geomembranes, truck tarpaulins, advertising banners, and inflatable plastic fabrics.- Civil engineering and geomembrane installation and repair.- Flooring installation and repair, particularly for vinyl flooring.- General process heating for activating, curing, or drying coatings, inks, and adhesives.- Shrink wrapping and packaging applications.- Molding and forming various thermoplastics.- Drying and smoothing pills or tablets in the pharmaceutical industry.- Sterilizing and cleaning machines and devices in the food and beverage industry.- Roasting coffee and drying fruit.- Laminating paper and board with plastic film.- Soldering applications and wafer manufacturing in the electronics industry.- Accelerating hardening, laminating, drying, and coating processes for lightweight materials in various manufacturing sectors.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Construction/ Building Services (for roofing, flooring, and civil engineering applications)- Plastic Fabrication (for welding, molding, and forming plastic components)- Tarp, Fabric, Awning Manufacturing (for welding tarpaulins, banners, and inflatable fabrics)- Automotive Service/Repair (for plastic component repairs)- General Manufacturing (for various process heating, drying, and laminating tasks)- Food & Beverage Company or Distributor (for sterilizing, cleaning, and drying processes)- Sign & Display (for welding advertising banners)- Chemical Industry (for curing and drying coatings, inks, and adhesives)- Thermoforming (for shaping and forming plastic materials)- LED/Electronics (for wafer manufacturing and soldering)- Aerospace/Defense (for processing lightweight materials)
Special and Unique Features
- **Wide Slot Design:** Delivers a broad, even stream of hot air for efficient work over larger surfaces.- **Precision Engineered:** Manufactured from high-quality stainless steel for optimal performance and longevity.- **Durable and Heat Resistant:** Designed to withstand high temperatures and rigorous industrial use.- **Compatible with Leister Tools:** Specifically designed for use with various Leister hot air guns and blowers, ensuring seamless integration and performance.- **Push-Fit Design:** Facilitates quick and easy attachment and removal from compatible hot air tools.
Key Properties
- **Material:** Precision engineered stainless steel.- **Nozzle Connection Diameter:** Approximately 1.98 inches (50 mm).- **Slot Dimensions:** Approximately 1.77 x 0.47 inches (42 x 11 mm).- **Length:** Approximately 13.77 inches (300 mm).- **Compatibility:** Designed for Leister hot air tools such as TRIAC ST/AT/S/PID, DIODE Pid/S, HOT JET S, ELECTRON ST, and LHS series air heaters.
Surface Compatibility
- Various thermoplastic materials (e.g., PVC, TPO, HDPE, PP).- Roofing membranes (single-ply).- Geomembranes.- Technical textiles and industrial fabrics (e.g., truck tarpaulins, advertising banners, inflatable plastic fabrics).- Vinyl flooring.- Paper and board (for lamination with plastic film).- Coatings, inks, and adhesives (for drying, curing, activation).
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other Leister wide slot nozzles of different dimensions (e.g., Leister 107.123, 107.142, 107.132, 105.503).- Wide slot nozzles from other hot air tool manufacturers, provided they are compatible with the specific hot air gun/blower. However, Leister is a market leader, and its accessories are often preferred for their tools.- Other types of Leister nozzles (e.g., tubular nozzles, speed welding nozzles) for more specific or narrower applications.
Comparison Note
The Leister 105.961 wide slot nozzle stands out due to its specific dimensions, offering a balance between air volume and spread, making it highly effective for tasks requiring a broad, consistent heat application. Compared to narrower or specialized nozzles, this wide slot design excels in applications like overlap welding of membranes, drying large surfaces, or pre-heating wider seams. Its robust stainless steel construction and compatibility with a wide range of Leister hot air tools ensure reliable performance and integration into professional workflows, distinguishing it from generic alternatives that may lack the same precision and durability.
