Product Name
Leister 163.778 Welding shoe complete (F1-Int.Air) K5/6 Fusion 1
Brief Description
This is a specialized welding shoe designed for the Leister Fusion 1 hand extruder, an essential accessory for plastic extrusion welding. It is engineered to precisely shape and guide molten thermoplastic material to create strong, consistent K-profile (fillet/corner) weld seams, particularly in applications requiring internal air guidance.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Fabricating and repairing plastic tanks, containers, and pipes.- Welding plastic sheets and membranes in civil engineering and construction.- Sealing geomembranes for landfills, mining, ponds, reservoirs, and canals.- Constructing and repairing plastic boats and aquaculture systems.- Creating corner and fillet welds in various plastic structures and components.- General plastic repairs and industrial plastic fabrication where space is restricted.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Plastic Fabrication- Construction/ Building Services- Pool/Spa/Plumbing- Marine- Chemical Industry- Cladding- Synthetic Turf- Tarp, Fabric, Awning Manufacturing- General Manufacturing- Distributers & Resellers- Industrial Supply
Special and Unique Features
- Specifically designed for seamless compatibility with the Leister Fusion 1 hand extruder.- Optimized for K-profile (fillet weld seam) applications, ensuring precise corner and fillet welds.- Features "Int.Air" (Internal Air) guidance, which contributes to precise heating and consistent weld quality.- Durable construction for demanding industrial environments.- Facilitates high agility in the welding process due to the compact design of the Fusion 1.
Key Properties
- Product Type: Welding shoe accessory- Compatibility: Leister Fusion 1 hand extruder- Weld Profile: K-profile (Fillet weld seam)- Weld Size: K5/6, indicating specific dimensions for fillet welds (e.g., 5mm or 6mm leg length)- Air Guide: Internal Air (Int.Air)- Material: Typically made from heat-resistant and durable materials like PTFE (Teflon) or specialized metals for smooth plastic flow and longevity.
Surface Compatibility
- Compatible with various thermoplastic materials commonly used in extrusion welding, including:- HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)- PP (Polypropylene)- PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)- FPO (Flexible Polyolefin)- LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)- LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene)- TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin)- PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride)
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other Leister welding shoes designed for the Fusion 1, offering different weld profiles (e.g., V-groove, flat) or sizes.- Welding shoes from other brands of plastic extrusion welders, though direct compatibility with the Leister Fusion 1 is unlikely due to proprietary designs.- Hot air welding nozzles for hand tools, used for smaller or less demanding plastic welding tasks, but not direct substitutes for extrusion welding's strength and material output.
Comparison Note
The Leister 163.778 welding shoe is specifically engineered for the Leister Fusion 1 extruder, providing optimal performance for K-profile (fillet) welds with internal air guidance. This specialization ensures superior weld quality, consistency, and strength for corner and fillet applications compared to using general-purpose welding shoes or alternative welding methods for these specific geometries. Its design is integral to the Fusion 1's ability to perform in confined spaces and deliver high-quality, durable plastic welds.
