Ratio-Pak Accessories / Piston Insertion Tool - 600ml & larger barrels

Product Name

Nordson Ratio-Pak Piston Insertion Tool - 600ml & Larger Barrels

Brief Description

This tool is an essential accessory for the Nordson Ratio-Pak dual cartridge system, specifically designed to facilitate the quick, safe, and proper insertion of pistons into 600ml and larger two-component (2K) material barrels. It ensures efficient setup and optimal performance of dispensing applications involving adhesives, sealants, coatings, and potting compounds.

Popular Applications & Uses

- Efficiently inserting pistons into large-volume (600ml+) Nordson Ratio-Pak cartridges for two-part material dispensing.- Preparing dual cartridges for packaging and dispensing various two-component adhesives, sealants, foams, and coatings.- Streamlining the assembly process of 2K material cartridges in industrial and manufacturing settings.- Ensuring proper piston seating to prevent air entrapment and ensure on-ratio dispensing of materials.

Industries that Commonly Use It

- General Manufacturing- Construction/ Building Services- Automotive Service/Repair- Aerospace/Defense- Medical Device/ Prosthetics- LED/Electronics- Metal Fabrication- Plastic Fabrication- Industrial Supply- Chemical Industry- Packaging Services or Contractor

Special and Unique Features

- Specifically designed for Nordson Ratio-Pak 600ml and larger barrels, ensuring a perfect fit and function.- Facilitates fast and safe piston insertion, reducing setup time and potential for material waste.- Helps ensure proper piston seating, which is critical for preventing air entrapment and maintaining accurate mix ratios during dispensing.- An integral part of the Nordson Ratio-Pak system, known for its versatile snap-together cartridges for various 2K materials.

Key Properties

- **Compatibility:** Designed for Nordson Ratio-Pak dual cartridges, 600ml and larger.- **Functionality:** Aids in the precise and secure insertion of pistons.- **Durability:** Constructed for repeated industrial use.- **Ease of Use:** Simplifies the cartridge preparation process.

Surface Compatibility

- Compatible with Nordson Ratio-Pak cartridge barrels (600ml and larger) and their corresponding pistons.- Designed to work with various piston types, including those that may require shims or self-venting pistons, ensuring proper seating.

Known backups / known substitutes

- Manual piston insertion methods (less efficient and potentially less precise, especially for larger barrels).- Smaller piston insertion tools designed for different cartridge sizes (not suitable for 600ml+ barrels).- Generic piston installation tools (often for engine pistons, not industrial cartridges) are not suitable for this specific application.

Comparison Note

This Nordson Ratio-Pak Piston Insertion Tool is specifically engineered for the unique design of Nordson's snap-together dual cartridges, particularly for 600ml and larger sizes. Unlike generic piston installation tools, which are often designed for automotive or engine applications, this tool ensures precise fitment and proper piston seating within the specialized Ratio-Pak system. Its design directly supports the integrity of two-component material packaging and dispensing, a critical factor for achieving accurate mix ratios and preventing material waste, making it superior to improvised or non-specific tools for this application.