PerformanceBuilt-in, heated filter
maintains a
cleaner nozzle orifice.
Air Open/Air Close Design
Over
time,
adhesive applicator modules that use an air open/ spring close system can
lose
spring tension, resulting in stringing and poor cutoffs. The BF
Micro™
applicator module is designed to operate as an air open/air close system
that
does not rely on a spring to close the orifice during operation. The
result is
both cleaner cutoffs and better general operation over a longer operating
lifespan. While this feature may be optional on competitive modules, only
ITW
Dynatec offers this feature standard on the BF Micro™ adhesive
applicator.
Each
applicator features a Micro module with a replaceable nozzle mounted to a
single
service block. The module also has an adjustable needle stroke to set
adhesive
flow for extreme accuracy. The Micro module is designed for high
speed/high
pressure (above 400 psi) applications where a sharp cutoff is
necessary.
Each
module operates with air pressure opening and closing the orifice.
Standard air
open/air close functionality reduces stringing and gives a clean, sharp
cutoff
every time throughout the life of the head, unlike spring-operated
applicators
which cause more stringing as the spring wears and loses
tension.
High
performance seals (which are also standard) improve applicator life, while
the
platinum sensor allows for better temperature control over conventional
temperature control sensors.
|
System |
BF Micro™
and BF Optima™
Modules
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Operating
Temperature
Range |
38°C to
218°C
(100°F to
425°F)
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Minimum Operating
Pneumatic Pressure |
5
bar (74 psi)
|
|
Maximum Operating
Pneumatic Pressure |
6
bar (90 psi)
|
|
Minimum Adhesive
Pressure |
35
bar (500 psi)
|
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Maximum Adhesive
Pressure |
68
bar (1000 psi)
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Minimum Adhesive
Viscosity |
100
cps
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Maximum Adhesive
Viscosity |
5,000 cps
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Max On/Off Cycle
Speed
|
8,000 cycles/minute
(Mini MAC EV)
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