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Optimum® cartridges

Optimum® cartridges

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Overview
The document introduces Nordson EFD's Optimum Cartridge System, designed to enhance fluid packaging and dispensing processes by improving yields and reducing costs. The system includes cartridges, pistons, end caps, outlet caps, and retainers, all engineered to function as an integrated unit.

Optimum Cartridges
These cartridges are made from a proprietary polypropylene that offers clarity, chemical compatibility, and stability. The Zero Draft™ design ensures consistent internal diameter, preventing piston travel restrictions. They are available in various capacities and colors, including clear, UV-blocking amber, and light-blocking black.

Pistons
Optimum pistons are crafted from high-density polyethylene, ensuring a perfect fit with cartridge walls for smooth operation. They feature dual wiping edges to minimize waste and unique channels to dissipate air during filling, reducing the need for centrifugation.

End Caps and Outlet Caps
End caps provide an airtight seal, while self-venting outlet caps prevent leaks and simplify installation. The caps are designed with precision molded threads and a tapered seat for a secure seal.

Retainers
Made from high-tensile nylon, retainers allow easy visual monitoring of fluid levels. They feature ergonomic grips and locking tabs for secure cap installation. The design facilitates tool-free fitting and nozzle installation.

Key Features

Zero Draft™ design for consistent piston travel.
Dual wiping edges on pistons to reduce waste.
Self-venting outlet caps to prevent leaks.
Tool-free installation with precision molded components.

Conclusion
The Optimum Cartridge System by Nordson EFD offers a comprehensive solution for fluid dispensing, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness in various applications.

Catalog excerpts

Engineered Fluid Dispensing™

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The Optimum™ Cartridge System

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The Clear Advantage™ in fluid packaging and dispensing. Nordson EFD's new Optimum cartridges and retainers have been designed to function as a complete, integrated system that improves yields and reduces costs in fluid packaging and dispensing processes. Optimum cartridges are made of a new polypropylene that provides exceptional clarity chemical compatibility, impact strength and dimensional stability. The proprietary Zero Draft™ design ensures that the internal diameter is consistent from top to bottom, with no taper to restrict piston travel or affect process results. Optimum pistons are engineered...

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Each Optimum cartridge system component – from the ergonomic retainer cap down to the threaded cartridge outlet cap – is precision engineered to function as a complete, integrated system that will improve a wide variety of fluid packaging and dispensing applications. Retainers Optimum cartridge retainers are molded from high-tensile, clarified nylon that permits easy visual monitoring of fluid levels. Large textured ribs provide an ergonomic grip for cap installation. Chamfered entryway for easy installation Retainer Caps Retainer caps feature locking tabs that snap into detents on the retainer...

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Optimum Cartridges

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Optimum cartridges are molded from a proprietary FDA- and RoHS-compliant polymer that provides exceptional clarity, chemical compatibility and dimensional stability. feero Draft The new design features Zero Draft™ internal walls, improved V fluid flow characteristics and reduced ' turbulence. Unique external end ribs prevent splitting when installing fittings Molded ribs prevent splitting Hex fits into retainer for tool- free fitting/nozzle installation Precision molded threads and a tapered counterbore at the Vi" NPT outlet ensure a secure, leakproof seal. The outlet hex fits into a matching...

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For Nordson EFD sales and service in over 30 countries, contact Nordson EFD or go to www.nordsonefd.com East Providence, RI USA USA & Canada: 800.556.3484; +1.401.431.7000 [email protected] Dunstable, Bedfordshire, UK 0800 585733; +44 (0) 1582 666334 Ireland 00800 8272 9444 [email protected] China: +86 (21) 3866 9006 [email protected] Singapore: +65 6796 9522 [email protected] Patent Pending The Wave Design is a trademark of Nordson Corporation. ©2010 Nordson Corporation ™

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