Product Name
Leister 146.236 Welding Shoe K8/K10 EA
Brief Description
The Leister 146.236 Welding Shoe K8/K10 EA is an essential accessory designed for Leister plastic welding extruders, specifically engineered to create precise fillet weld seams. This welding shoe features an external air guide, ensuring optimal performance during the plastic welding process. It is part of Leister's comprehensive range of high-quality tools and accessories for plastic processing.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Boat construction and repair- Plastic tank fabrication- Aquaculture construction and repair- General plastic welding applications requiring fillet seams- Used with Leister WELDPLAST series extruders, such as WELDPLAST 610-i, WELDPLAST S2 PVC, WELDPLAST S1, and WELDPLAST 200-i
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Plastic Fabrication- Marine (for boat construction and repair)- Construction/ Building Services (for plastic tank fabrication and other plastic infrastructure projects)- General Manufacturing (for producing and repairing plastic components)
Special and Unique Features
- Specifically designed for creating K8/K10 fillet weld seams- Features an external air guide for efficient welding- An original accessory for Leister extrusion welders, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance- Manufactured in Switzerland, reflecting Leister's reputation for quality and precision
Key Properties
- Accessory for plastic welding extruders- Designed for K8/K10 fillet weld geometry- Utilizes external air guidance during the welding process- Durable construction, typical of Leister products, for reliable long-term use
Surface Compatibility
The Leister 146.236 Welding Shoe K8/K10 EA is compatible with various thermoplastic materials commonly processed by Leister extruders, including HDPE, PP, PVC, and PVDF. It is used to shape molten plastic onto these surfaces to form a strong, consistent fillet weld seam.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other Leister welding shoes with different geometries or sizes, such as the K5/6 EA (146.235), K12 EA (146.525), or various V-seam welding shoes- Welding shoes from Weldy, a brand within the Leister Group, though specific models like the Weldy Welding shoe K8/10 (126.116) might have internal air guidance
Comparison Note
The Leister 146.236 Welding Shoe K8/K10 EA is distinguished by its specific design for K8/K10 fillet weld seams and external air guidance, setting it apart from other welding shoes that may be designed for different seam geometries (e.g., V-seam, X-seam) or internal air guidance. It is an integral component of the Leister extrusion welding system, engineered to deliver precise and high-quality plastic welds when used with compatible Leister WELDPLAST series extruders.
