RatioPak Individual Pieces & Components - Configurable Multi-Ratio Empty Cartridge & Piston System

Product Name

RatioPak Individual Pieces & Components - Configurable Multi-Ratio Empty Cartridge & Piston System

Brief Description

The Nordson Ratio-Pak system offers a versatile and configurable solution for packaging and dispensing a wide variety of two-part (2K) materials, such as adhesives, sealants, foams, coatings, and potting compounds. It consists of individual, empty cartridges and pistons that snap together, allowing users to create custom mix ratios and volumes for specific applications.

Popular Applications & Uses

- Packaging and dispensing two-part adhesives- Applying two-part sealants- Dispensing foams and coatings- Potting compounds for electronics and other assemblies- General assembly and bonding applications requiring precise mix ratios

Industries that Commonly Use It

- Aerospace/Defense- Automotive Service/Repair- Construction/Building Services- Electrical Services or Products- Energy- Engineering Services- Fabrication- General Manufacturing- Government & Military- LED/Electronics- Marine- Metal Fabrication- Mold Making/Casting- Packaging Services or Contractor- Plastic Fabrication- Sign & Display- Special Effects/Scenic Design- Transportation/Specialty Vehicle

Special and Unique Features

- **Configurable Multi-Ratio System:** Unique snap-together design allows combining individual cartridges to achieve various mix ratios from 1:1 up to 25:1.- **Reduced Inventory:** Snap-together cartridges help reduce the need for a large inventory of pre-configured cartridges.- **Chemical Compatibility:** Flexibility to match different barrel types (e.g., polypropylene with nylon) for optimal chemical compatibility with diverse materials.- **Easy Filling & Handling:** Designed for easy filling through the nozzle or back-side of the cartridge, with self-venting seals for efficient air expulsion.- **Industry Standard Compatibility:** Compatible with many industry-standard mixer options and dispense guns.

Key Properties

- **Versatile Design:** Allows for different mix ratios and volumes to suit specific application needs.- **Material:** Cartridges typically made from polypropylene (PP) or nylon; pistons from MDPE.- **Volume Range:** Available in various package volumes, typically from 60mL to 1500mL.- **Point-of-Use Mixing:** Facilitates efficient mixing of two-part materials directly at the application point.

Surface Compatibility

This system is designed to dispense a wide range of two-part materials, including various types of foams, coatings, potting compounds, adhesives (e.g., epoxy, acrylic, urethane), and sealants. The compatibility with specific surfaces depends on the chemical properties of the material being dispensed, which can be matched with appropriate cartridge barrel materials like polypropylene or nylon.

Known backups / known substitutes

- Other Nordson EFD cartridge systems such as Film-Pak® or Side x Side cartridges.- Generic side-by-side or coaxial dual cartridge systems for two-component materials.- Automated cartridge emptying systems for double-chamber cartridges.

Comparison Note

The RatioPak system distinguishes itself from many standard dual cartridge systems through its unique snap-together design, which offers unparalleled flexibility in configuring custom mix ratios (1:1 to 25:1) and volumes. Unlike fixed-ratio cartridges, RatioPak components can be combined as needed, significantly reducing inventory requirements and allowing for greater adaptability to diverse application demands and chemical compatibilities.