Product Name
Cox Airflow 1 PPA 300B Pneumatic 2-part Dispenser DP2C 600-02-220-111 (159390)
Brief Description
The Cox Airflow 1 PPA 300B is a professional-grade pneumatic (air-powered) two-component dispenser designed for the precise and effortless application of various two-part adhesives and sealants from cartridges. It is engineered for industrial, trade, and manufacturing environments, ensuring consistent material pressure and accurate dispensing for low to medium/high viscosity materials.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Bonding applications across various materials like plastic, metal, glass, and fiber-reinforced plastic.- Sealing applications, including construction joint sealing and general sealing.- Potting and encapsulating electronic components.- Laminating processes.- Structural bonding for demanding industrial applications.- Chemical anchoring.- Crack injection and concrete repair.- Adhesive installation and component assembly in manufacturing.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- **General Manufacturing:** For various industrial applications, production lines, and component bonding.- **Construction/Building Services:** Utilized for construction joint sealing, crack injection, concrete repair, bridge deck overlays, and general sealing.- **Automotive Service/Repair & Transportation/Specialty Vehicle:** Ideal for the automotive market, vehicle construction, and adhesive installation.- **Aerospace/Defense & Marine:** Used for advanced sealing and bonding solutions.- **LED/Electronics:** Employed in producing electronic parts and electrical devices.- **Metal Fabrication & Plastic Fabrication:** Suitable for bonding various metal and plastic components.- **Sign & Display:** Applicable for signage and display assembly.- **Energy:** Used in sectors like wind and solar for sealing and bonding.- **Chemical Industry:** For handling and dispensing a wide range of chemical adhesives and sealants.- **Distributers & Resellers:** As a product sold through distribution channels to various end-users.
Special and Unique Features
- **Pneumatic Operation:** Provides fast, accurate, and effortless application with controlled, pressurized air.- **Adjustable Air Regulator:** Ensures precise control over pressure for consistent material flow.- **Quick Exhaust Valve:** Contributes to drip-free dispensing and highly precise dosing.- **Air Return as Standard:** Enhances control and minimizes material run-on.- **Support Discs:** Ensures a secure cartridge fit, minimizing waste.- **Robust Construction:** Features an epoxy-coated aluminum/glass-filled nylon handle and an epoxy-coated steel frame for durability in demanding industrial environments.- **Ergonomic Design:** Engineered for comfortable, fatigue-free handling, even during extended use.
Key Properties
- **Drive Type:** Pneumatic (air-powered).- **Cartridge Capacity:** Compatible with 375mL, 400mL, 450mL, and 600mL cartridges.- **Mixing Ratios:** Supports various ratios including 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, and 4:1.- **Viscosity Compatibility:** Suitable for low to medium/high viscosity adhesives and sealants.- **Maximum Thrust:** Approximately 494 lbf (2.2 kN).- **Maximum Pneumatic Pressure:** 6.8 bar (100 psi).- **Air Consumption:** 40 litres/min.- **Tool Component Approvals:** CE, REACH compliant.
Surface Compatibility
This dispenser is used with two-part adhesives and sealants that bond to a wide range of surfaces, including:- Metals- Plastics- Glass- Fiber-reinforced plastics- Concrete (for crack injection and repair)
Known backups / known substitutes
- **Other Cox AirFlow Series:** Such as AirFlow 3 PPA 300B, AirFlow 1 PPA 600A, AirFlow 1 VBA 400B MR, and other pneumatic models from Cox.- **Manual 2-Component Dispensers:** Cox offers manual versions like the PPM 300 XL.- **Battery-Powered 2-Component Dispensers:** Cox ElectraFlow Dual Ultra series.- **Competitor Brands:** Dispensers from manufacturers like Mixpac (e.g., DP2X series), MK, and Albion Engineering.- **Automated Dispensing Systems:** For higher volume or more precise robotic applications.
Comparison Note
The Cox Airflow 1 PPA 300B stands out as a robust, ergonomically designed pneumatic dispenser offering precise control and consistent output for two-component materials. While manual dispensers are more economical for low volume, and battery-powered options offer portability, the PPA 300B excels in industrial and production line settings where compressed air is readily available, providing a balance of power, precision, and sustained performance for medium to high viscosity applications.
