Product Name
Flow Restrictor Insert Adapter (301631) for larger cartridges - 200ml, 400ml, 600ml, 1500ml
Brief Description
This product is an insert adapter designed to restrict and control the flow rate of fluids, particularly low-viscosity adhesives and two-part formulas with differing viscosities, dispensed from large cartridges (200ml, 400ml, 600ml, 1500ml). It ensures precise and consistent material application by creating a constriction in the flow path, which is crucial for optimal bonding quality and reduced material waste.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Controlling the flow of low-viscosity adhesives and sealants from large cartridges.- Regulating the flow of two-part adhesive formulas where there are significant viscosity differences between components.- Ensuring precise and consistent application of materials in bonding and sealing processes.- Minimizing material waste and improving application accuracy in industrial dispensing.- Preventing damage to dispensing systems by reducing stress from high flow rates.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Construction/ Building Services - for applying silicones and sealants in window, door, and sanitary installations, as well as general bonding and waterproofing.- Automotive Service/Repair - for vehicle assembly, bonding components, and repair processes.- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle - for structural bonding, sealing, and assembly in various vehicles.- General Manufacturing - for precise and repeatable dosing of adhesives and masses in production lines.- Aerospace/Defense - for bonding and sealing applications requiring controlled material dispensing.- Medical Device/ Prosthetics - for highly repeatable dispensing of adhesives in manufacturing.- LED/Electronics - for applying conductive or insulating adhesives in delicate electronic assemblies.- Industrial Supply - as a component sold to various industrial end-users.- Fabrication - in processes requiring controlled application of adhesives for assembly.
Special and Unique Features
- Specifically designed for larger adhesive cartridges (200ml, 400ml, 600ml, 1500ml).- Controls the flow of low-viscosity fluids and two-part formulas with large viscosity differences.- Simple insert design for easy integration into existing dispensing setups.- Helps maintain a consistent flow rate, crucial for quality and efficiency.- Reduces material consumption and waste.
Key Properties
- Material: Typically made from durable plastic (e.g., polypropylene) resistant to chemicals in adhesives and sealants.- Compatibility: Designed to fit standard large adhesive cartridges and work with mixing nozzles.- Function: Creates a constriction to reduce fluid flow rate.- Durability: Engineered for reliable performance in industrial dispensing environments.
Surface Compatibility
This product is an adapter for dispensing tools, not a material that directly contacts a bonding surface for adhesion. Its compatibility is with the dispensing cartridge and mixing nozzle. The adhesives dispensed through it would have their own surface compatibility.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Different orifice plates or nozzles can serve as flow restrictors, varying in diameter, length, and geometry to create desired restriction.- Alternative dispensing methods or systems that offer flow control, such as specialized dispensing valves or automated systems with controllers.- Manual control of dispensing guns, though less precise, can be a rudimentary substitute.
Comparison Note
Unlike basic dispensing without flow control, this adapter provides a calibrated restriction, leading to more consistent bead size and shape, improved bonding quality, and reduced rework. It is a more precise solution compared to relying solely on trigger control of a dispensing gun, especially for challenging low-viscosity or differential-viscosity materials.
