Product Name
- Nordson Ratio-Pak Configurable Empty Cartridge (14-thread outlet) / PP / 250ml - 7661409
Brief Description
- The Nordson Ratio-Pak Empty Cartridge is a versatile, configurable dual-component (2K) dispensing cartridge designed for packaging and applying a wide range of two-part industrial materials such as adhesives, sealants, foams, coatings, and potting compounds.- This specific model has a 250ml capacity, is made from polypropylene (PP), and features a 14-thread outlet for compatibility with standard static mixers and dispensing equipment.- Its unique snap-together design allows users to combine individual cartridges to achieve various mix ratios, from 1:1 up to 25:1, offering flexibility for diverse material formulations.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Dispensing two-part epoxies, acrylics, polyurethanes, and silicones.- Packaging and applying structural adhesives for bonding various substrates.- Potting and encapsulating electronic components.- Sealing and gasketing applications in construction and manufacturing.- Applying foams and coatings requiring precise two-component mixing.- Repair and assembly operations in automotive, marine, and general manufacturing.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Aerospace/Defense - for high-performance adhesive delivery and structural bonding.- Automotive Service/Repair - for bonding, sealing, and repair applications.- Chemical Industry - used by formulators for packaging and distributing two-part chemical products.- Construction/Building Services - for applying sealants, adhesives, and repair compounds.- Countertop - for fabrication and installation requiring strong bonding agents.- Distributers & Resellers - for supplying industrial dispensing solutions.- Engineering Services - for developing and testing applications for two-part materials.- General Manufacturing - across various assembly and production processes.- LED/Electronics - for potting, encapsulation, and bonding electronic components.- Marine - for sealants and adhesives in boat building and repair.- Metal Fabrication - for bonding metal components.- Mold Making/Casting - for dispensing resins and casting compounds.- Packaging Services or Contractor - for filling and custom packaging of two-part materials.- Plastic Fabrication - for bonding plastic parts and assemblies.- Sign & Display - for assembly and bonding of display elements.
Special and Unique Features
- **Configurable Ratio-Pak System:** Unique snap-together design allows combining cartridges to achieve various mix ratios (1:1 to 25:1) and volumes, reducing inventory needs.- **Polypropylene (PP) Construction:** Offers good chemical resistance and durability for a wide range of materials.- **14-Thread Outlet:** Ensures compatibility with industry-standard static mixers and dispensing guns.- **Versatile Filling Options:** Can be filled through the nozzle or the back side of the cartridge, suitable for automated filling operations.- **Self-Venting Seals:** Available for easy and efficient filling.- **Durable, Leak-Resistant Design:** Minimizes mess and waste, ensuring precise and clean dispensing.
Key Properties
- **Material:** Polypropylene (PP)- **Capacity:** 250ml- **Outlet Thread:** 14-thread (often 7/8" - 14 thread)- **Compatibility:** Designed for two-component (2K) materials.- **Mix Ratio Flexibility:** Supports ratios from 1:1 up to 25:1 when combined with other Ratio-Pak cartridges.- **Pressure Resistance:** Industrial grade, safe to 100 psi pressure.- **Silicone-Free:** Certified silicone-free materials.
Surface Compatibility
- The cartridge itself is made of Polypropylene (PP) and is designed to hold various two-part materials.- The compatibility with specific surfaces depends on the two-part adhesive, sealant, or compound filled into the cartridge. These materials are typically formulated for bonding or sealing a wide range of industrial substrates including metals, plastics, composites, wood, concrete, and more.
Known backups / known substitutes
- **Other Nordson EFD Cartridge Systems:** Side x Side cartridges, Film-Pak®, and coaxial cartridge systems.- **MixPac Empty Cartridges:** A common alternative for 2-part adhesive dispensing, available in various sizes and ratios.- **Techon Systems, Jensen Global, Sulzer Mixpac:** Other brands offering industrial adhesive cartridges.- **Single-Component Cartridges:** For applications not requiring two-part mixing.
Comparison Note
- The Nordson Ratio-Pak system stands out due to its unique snap-together design, offering unparalleled flexibility in combining different cartridge sizes to achieve a wide array of mix ratios (1:1 to 25:1).- This modularity helps users and formulators streamline inventory and adapt quickly to diverse material requirements without needing a separate cartridge for every single ratio.- While other empty dual-component cartridges exist, the Ratio-Pak's configurable nature provides a distinct advantage for applications demanding high versatility in mix ratios and volumes.
