Product Name
Dripless DC400 2-Part Universal Dispenser for 400ml (13.5oz) Cartridges
Brief Description
A high-value, manual, two-part (or two-component) universal dispenser/applicator designed for 400ml (13.5oz) adhesive and sealant cartridges with 1:1 and 2:1 mixing ratios. It features a high thrust ratio for efficient application of high-viscosity materials.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Dispensing 2-part epoxies, acrylics, foams, silicones, urethanes, and other adhesives and sealants.- Construction joint sealing, crack injection, and adhesive installation.- Component bonding and product assembly.- Seam sealing in various applications like kitchens, bathrooms, water tanks, doors, windows, and sinks.- Concrete repair, crack filling, and floor coating.- Anchoring and doweling.- Potting compounds for electronic parts.- General bonding, sealing, and shimming tasks.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Aerospace/Defense- Automotive Service/Repair- Cabinet & Woodworking- Concrete- Construction/ Building Services- Commercial Door- Electrical Services or Products- General Manufacturing- Industrial Supply- LED/Electronics- Marine- Metal Fabrication- Mold Making/ Casting- Plastic Fabrication- Pool/Spa/Plumbing- Prosumer
Special and Unique Features
- Universal compatibility with 400ml (13.5oz) 2-part adhesive cartridges.- Supports both popular mixing ratios: 1:1 and 2:1.- High squeeze-thrust ratio of 26:1, ideal for high-viscosity materials like epoxies, acrylics, foams, silicones, and urethanes.- Durable construction with steel gripper plates and push-discs.- Adjustable screw for bead control by cutting thrust gaps.- Easily configurable for different cartridge ratios with quick adjustments.- No-Drip design.- Manual operation for portability and field work.
Key Properties
- Capacity: 400ml (13.5oz) dual cartridges.- Mix Ratios Supported: 1:1 and 2:1.- Thrust Ratio: 26:1.- Material Compatibility: Epoxies, Acrylics, Foams, Silicones, Urethanes, Sealants, Mastics, Potting Compounds.- Operation: Manual.- Durability: Steel gripper plates and push-discs, epoxy coated steel frame, cast aluminum handle (for similar models).
Surface Compatibility
- The dispenser itself does not directly contact surfaces, but the adhesives it dispenses are compatible with a wide range of materials including:- Plastic- Metal- Glass- Fiber-reinforced plastic- Concrete- Wood (for cabinet/woodworking applications)- Various building materials for sealing and bonding.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other manual 2-part adhesive dispensers from brands like Albion Engineering (e.g., 400 Series B-Line Manual Multi-Component Cartridge Gun).- Pneumatic (air-powered) 2-part dispensers for higher volume or less manual effort (e.g., SB2401 400ml Airflow 3 Pneumatic Sealant Cartridge Gun).- Cordless (battery-powered) 2-part dispensers for portability and power (e.g., Albion 400 Series Cordless Multi-Component Cartridge Gun).- Smaller capacity manual dispensers for 50ml, 75ml, 100ml cartridges.- Larger capacity manual dispensers for 600ml or 1500ml cartridges (e.g., Dripless DC600, Dripless DC1500).
Comparison Note
The Dripless DC400 stands out as a high-value, universal manual dispenser for 400ml 2-part cartridges, offering compatibility with both 1:1 and 2:1 mix ratios and a strong 26:1 thrust ratio for high-viscosity materials. While pneumatic and cordless options offer reduced manual effort and higher output, the DC400 provides a cost-effective and portable solution for professional and prosumer applications requiring precise control over two-component adhesives and sealants. Its robust construction ensures durability for demanding tasks.
