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Catalog 36 - Air Knives

Catalog 36 - Air Knives

Product catalog summary

Overview: EXAIR has been manufacturing intelligent compressed air products since 1983, focusing on coating, cooling, conserving, cleaning, and conveying. The catalog provides a comprehensive guide to their product offerings, including nozzles, air knives, air amplifiers, and more.

Product Categories:

Nozzles: Various types of nozzles are available, including misting, fan, cone spray, and atomizing nozzles. These are designed for specific applications such as misting, fogging, and tank washing.
Air Knives: Used for blowoff, cleaning, drying, and cooling with reduced noise and air consumption. Includes Super Air Knife and Standard Air Knife models.
Air Amplifiers: Devices for venting, exhausting, cooling, drying, and cleaning without moving parts. Includes Super and Adjustable Air Amplifiers.
Safety Air Guns: Engineered for high performance with safety features. Variants include Soft Grip, Heavy Duty, and TurboBlast models.
Static Eliminators: Gen4 products eliminate static electricity, dust, and shock hazards. Includes Ion Air Knives, Ionizing Bars, and Ion Air Cannons.
Vacuum Generators: E-Vac systems for lifting, clamping, and placement. Includes In-Line and Adjustable models.
Air Operated Conveyors: Line Vac systems for conveying parts and materials without moving parts.
Industrial Housekeeping: Reliable vacuums for chip removal and liquid transfer, including EasySwitch Wet-Dry Vac and Reversible Drum Vac.
Vortex Tubes & Spot Cooling: Solutions for industrial spot cooling problems, including Vortex Tubes and Cold Gun Aircoolant Systems.

Additional Resources: EXAIR offers a variety of online resources, including live chat with technical experts, product videos, and a knowledge base with 3D models, CAD drawings, and case studies. They also provide an Augmented Reality Mobile Application for exploring product offerings in 3D.

Optimization and Efficiency: The catalog emphasizes minimizing compressed air use and detecting wasteful leaks through optimization steps and tools like the Digital Flowmeter and Ultrasonic Leak Detector.

Terms and Conditions: Detailed terms and conditions are provided, along with information on the Efficiency Lab service for determining air and money savings.

Product Specifications: The catalog lists different models of cabinet coolers such as NEMA 12, NEMA 4, and NEMA 4X, along with their accessories. It also includes hazardous location cabinet coolers and ATEX cabinet coolers. Each product is described with its specific features and applications.

Accessories: The catalog includes a range of accessories like mufflers, filters, regulators, valves, and fittings. These are essential for optimizing the performance of the compressed air systems.

Ordering and Shipping: Orders received before 2 PM EDT/EST are shipped the same day from Cincinnati, Ohio. Delivery is expected within 1-4 days depending on location. Terms include net 30 days upon credit approval, with various payment options available.

Warranty and Guarantee: EXAIR offers a 5-year warranty on compressed air products and a 1-year warranty on accessories and electrically powered products. An unconditional guarantee is extended to U.S. and Canadian customers.

Intellectual Property: The catalog content is protected by copyright and trademark laws. EXAIR's trademarks include product names and phrases related to their compressed air solutions.

Energy Efficiency: EXAIR emphasizes energy conservation through its partnership with Energy Star and offers products designed to reduce energy consumption, such as the Super Air Knife, which uses significantly less compressed air compared to traditional blowoffs.

Technical Assistance: EXAIR provides technical support through its Application Engineering Department, offering assistance via phone and email.

Efficiency Lab: EXAIR offers a free Efficiency Lab service to evaluate the performance of current products against EXAIR solutions, providing a comprehensive report and cost savings analysis.

Super Air Knife: This product is highlighted for its efficiency in reducing air consumption and noise. It is used for applications like drying, cleaning, and cooling, with features such as uniform airflow and minimal maintenance requirements.

Noise Levels and Safety: High noise levels in plants often exceed OSHA requirements, leading to hearing loss. The Super Air Knife operates quietly at 69 dBA even at high pressures, complying with OSHA standards. It also eliminates harmful dead-end pressures, ensuring safety by preventing air from entering the bloodstream if blocked.

Comparison with Blowers: Blowers, though perceived as energy-efficient, are costly due to frequent maintenance and high initial investment. They also generate excessive noise and heat, making them less suitable for cooling applications. The Super Air Knife offers a quieter, more efficient alternative with lower maintenance costs.

Blowoff Methods Comparison: Various blowoff methods were compared, including drilled pipes, flat air nozzles, blowers, and the Super Air Knife. The Super Air Knife demonstrated superior performance with consistent airflow, lower noise levels, and reduced energy consumption.

Specifications and Performance: The Super Air Knife is available in various lengths and materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, and PVDF. It features adjustable airflow through shims and is designed for easy installation and maintenance. The product is suitable for diverse environments, offering corrosion resistance and durability.

Cost and Energy Savings: The Super Air Knife provides significant energy savings compared to traditional methods. An example calculation shows potential annual savings of $2,766.40 by switching from a drilled pipe to a Super Air Knife.

Special Applications: Custom Super Air Knives are available for specific applications, such as holding test tubes in place or operating in phosphorus environments. These modifications enhance functionality and adaptability to unique industrial needs.

Super Air Knife Overview: The Super Air Knife is a high-performance tool designed for efficient air flow applications. It features a 40:1 air amplification ratio, making it the most efficient choice for various applications. It provides a uniform, forceful, and quiet laminar airstream. The Super Air Knife is available in different materials, including aluminum, Type 303SS, Type 316SS, and PVDF, with lengths ranging from 3 inches to 108 inches. Special lengths and magnetic bases are available upon request.

Shim Sets: Shim sets are available for different materials of Super Air Knives. Aluminum models include shims of varying thicknesses and colors, while stainless steel and PVDF models include three .002" (0.05mm) thick shims.

Super Air Knife with Plumbing Kits: EXAIR offers Super Air Knives with Plumbing Kits, which are fully assembled and optimized for performance. These kits are available for lengths from 24 inches to 108 inches.

Accessories: EXAIR provides various accessories for the Super Air Knife, including auto drain filter separators, oil removal filters, pressure regulators, solenoid valves, and a universal air knife mounting system.

Comparison of Air Knives: The document compares three types of air knives: Super Air Knife, Standard Air Knife, and Full-Flow Air Knife. The Super Air Knife is the most efficient with the highest velocity and lowest air consumption. The Standard Air Knife offers good performance at a lower cost, while the Full-Flow Air Knife is the least expensive and suitable for tight spaces.

Standard Air Knife Details: The Standard Air Knife is designed for applications requiring a high-velocity curtain of air. It uses the Coanda effect to amplify air flow and is available in lengths up to 48 inches. It features a 30:1 air amplification ratio and is available in aluminum or stainless steel.

Applications and Advantages: Applications include part drying, sheet cleaning, conveyor cleaning, and more. Advantages include noise reduction, reduced air consumption, and easy installation.

Specifications: The Standard Air Knife is available in various lengths and includes compressed air inlets on each end. It requires clean air and includes a filter separator and pressure regulator in the kit. Shim sets allow for adjustable force and flow.

Catalog excerpts

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Stay up to date by visiting our website and take advantage of the information and services we didn’t have room to display in this catalog. Where you can Chat live with our problem solving, technical expert Application Engineers Watch product videos to learn more about the features and benefits of our engineered products Quickly order online with a purchase order or credit card (US & Canada) Access product presentation slides you can use to educate others Find International Distributors all across the world Follow our blog for 5 new entries a week and learn Details and installations of widely...

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Terms and Conditions Efficiency Lab EXAIR Optimization Minimize compressed air use and detect wasteful leaks 6 Steps to Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Electronic Flow Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Digital Flowmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Digital Sound Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ultrasonic Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Blowoff, clean, dry and cool with less noise and air consumption Super Air Knife ....

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Safety air guns use engineered air nozzles for high performance Chip Shields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 VariBlast® Precision Safety Air Guns . . . . . . . . . . 117 VariBlast® Compact Safety Air Guns . . . . . . . . . . 118 Soft Grip Safety Air Guns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Soft Grip Super Air Scraper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Heavy Duty Safety Air Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Back Blow Safety Air Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 TurboBlast® Safety Air Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Super...

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Terms and Conditions (U.S. and Canada Only) Terms: ICC (International Chamber of Commerce) INCOTERM 2020: Delivery Ordering: Remit to address (payments only): Tax: Technical Assistance: Warranty: *5 Year Warranty applies to compressed air products only. A 1 Year Warranty applies to all accessories and electrically powered products. EXAIR’s Unconditional Guarantee: Copyright Restrictions: 11510 Goldcoast Dr. Cincinnati, Ohio 45249-1621 Phone Number: (513) 671-3322 Fax Number: (513) 671-3363 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.exair.com Net 30 days upon credit approval, Visa, MasterCard, Discover...

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EXAIR's Intelligent Compressed Air® products vs your current installation How does the Efficiency Lab work? Our Efficiency Lab service begins with receiving a sample of the product(s) you currently use for your application. One of our qualified Application Engineers will use calibrated testing equipment to compare the performance of your existing product(s) to an EXAIR engineered solution. These tests will determine air consumption, noise levels and force. The test results will then be published in a comprehensive report, which includes a cost savings analysis, and be provided to you. For most...

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cc m Super Air Knife™ s"V«v Mr Knlft uiet, hard-hitting curtain of air for blowoff, cleaning, [Surprisingly Quiet! Plant Engineering Also available from stock In EXAIR's Super Air Knife is the latest generation of our engineered air knife that dramatically reduces compressed air usage and noise when compared to other blowoffs. The Super Air Knife offers a more efficient way to clean, dry or cool parts, webs or conveyors. It delivers a uniform sheet of laminar airflow across the entire length with hard-hitting force. Noisy blowoffs become a whisper when replaced with the compact Super Air Knife....

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The laminar airflow of the Super Air Knife is perfect for removing moisture prior to packaging, painting, labeling, bar coding and assembly. Common applications include drying parts, rolled steel, circuit boards, webs, bottles, cans and more. Velocity is easily adjusted from a “blast” to a “breeze” with a pressure regulator. The Super Air Knife is ideal for blowing off chips, dirt or water from parts, webs or conveyors. It delivers a uniform sheet of air that has the same force across the entire length. There are no interruptions or “dead spots”, which means all surfaces are dried or cleaned....

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Super Air KnifeHow The Super Air Ki fe Works Compressed air flows through an inlet (1) into the plenum chamber of the Super Air Knife. The flow is directed to a precise, slotted orifice. As the primary airflow exits the thin slotted nozzle (2), it follows a flat surface that directs the airflow in a perfectly straight line. This creates a uniform sheet of air across the entire length of the Super Air Knife. Velocity loss is minimized and force is maximized as the room air (3) is entrained into the primary airstream at a ratio of 40:1. The result is a well defined sheet of laminar airflow with...

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Compare These Blowoffs energy and noise level). Compressed air pressure required for each was 60 PSIG (4.1 BAR) which provided adequate velocity to blow the water off. The blower used had a ten horsepower electric motor and was a centrifugal type blower at 18,000 RPM. The table at the bottom of the page summarizes the overall performance. Since your actual part may have an odd configuration, holes or sharp edges, we took sound level measurements in free air (no impinging surface). There are a variety of ways to blow the water from the bottles shown in the photo below, but which method is best?...

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Super Air Knife Super Air Knife Performance with .002" (0.05mm) thick shim installed 12'' (305mm) Super Air Knife tested Airflow Pattern The chart at the top of the page shows the air consumption of a Super Air Knife per inch of length (25 mm) at various pressures. Comparable data is given for holes drilled in pipe. To Determine Air Consumption for the Drilled Pipe 1. Determine the size of existing holes and supply pressure. From the chart, find air consumption per hole. 2. Multiply air consumption per hole times the number of holes to obtain total air consumption. To Determine Air Consumption...

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Catalog 36 - Air Knives

Catalog 36 - Air Knives

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