Introduction
This document is a catalog from Spraying Systems Co., detailing their range of automatic and air atomizing spray nozzles, spray controllers, and manifolds. It highlights the company's commitment to quality, customization, and customer service.
Product Offerings
The catalog features a wide array of spray products including hydraulic spray nozzles, handheld spray guns, tank cleaning equipment, and specialized nozzles for various industries. The company emphasizes its ability to customize products to meet specific customer needs.
Quality Assurance
Spraying Systems Co. is ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 certified, ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards. Products undergo rigorous quality control and testing before shipping.
Customer Support and Services
The company offers extensive customer support, including on-site evaluations, spray optimization programs, and technical workshops. They have a global presence with sales offices on six continents.
Spray Control Systems
AutoJet® spray controllers are available to optimize spray system performance, reduce labor costs, and improve safety. Turnkey systems are offered for specific applications like food safety and pollution control.
Customization and Testing
Spray manifolds, headers, and injectors can be customized to enhance performance. The company provides testing services to ensure precision spray performance, using advanced equipment and modeling tools.
Advanced Technical Support
Spraying Systems Co. offers advanced modeling services for complex applications, ensuring process efficiency and product quality. They comply with various manufacturing codes and testing standards.
Learning and Development
The company provides educational opportunities through seminars, workshops, and on-site demonstrations to help customers optimize their spray systems.
Conclusion
Spraying Systems Co. is dedicated to providing high-quality spray products and services, with a focus on customization, customer support, and continuous improvement in spray technology.
Educational Resources
Spray.com offers a variety of educational resources including video demonstrations and tutorials available on their website and YouTube channel. These resources cover new spray products, techniques, maintenance best practices, and spray pattern analysis. Technical guides and white papers are also available, addressing topics such as cost reduction, spray performance optimization, and antimicrobial application efficacy.
Product Catalogs
The company provides detailed catalogs for various products including hydraulic automatic nozzles, air atomizing nozzles, spray controllers, and more. These catalogs are accessible on spray.com.
Ordering and Customer Service
Customers can contact local sales offices for product selection and ordering assistance. Orders can be placed via phone, fax, or online, with online tools available for product selection and live chat support.
Technical Reference
Basic Nozzle Characteristics: Describes different nozzle types such as full cone, flat spray, solid stream, and atomizing nozzles, detailing their spray patterns and typical applications.
Capacity and Specific Gravity: Explains the relationship between pressure, flow, and specific gravity, providing formulas for calculating flow rates for different fluids.
Spray Performance Considerations: Discusses factors affecting spray angle and coverage, emphasizing the importance of considering liquid viscosity and surface tension.
Pump Selection Guidelines: Outlines the types of pumps (positive displacement and centrifugal) and their suitability based on flow and pressure requirements.
Spray Drop Size: Highlights the significance of drop size in optimizing nozzle performance, particularly in industrial applications.
Introduction
This document provides a comprehensive overview of spray nozzles, focusing on drop sizes, spray patterns, nozzle materials, and maintenance considerations. It includes detailed specifications, procedures, and recommendations for optimal performance.
Drop Sizes and Spray Patterns
Drop sizes vary significantly depending on the type of nozzle used. Air atomizing nozzles produce the smallest drops, while full cone hydraulic spray nozzles produce the largest. Drop sizes are influenced by liquid properties, nozzle capacity, spraying pressure, and spray angle. Lower pressures result in larger drops, and higher pressures yield smaller drops. The document provides a detailed table showing drop sizes for different spray patterns at various pressures and capacities.
Drop Size Terminology
Understanding drop size terminology is crucial for comparing nozzles. Key terms include Volume Median Diameter (VMD), DV0.9, and Sauter Mean Diameter (SMD), each describing different aspects of drop size distribution.
Nozzle Materials and Wear
Nozzle wear affects spray pattern quality and capacity. Materials with harder surfaces offer longer wear life. The document lists abrasion resistance ratios for various materials, including brass, stainless steel, and ceramics. Corrosion resistance is also discussed, emphasizing the importance of selecting materials based on the liquid being sprayed.
Viscosity, Temperature, and Surface Tension
These factors significantly impact spray performance. High viscosity liquids require higher pressures for spray formation. Temperature affects viscosity and surface tension, influencing spray angle and drop size. Surface tension is particularly impactful at low pressures.
Pressure Drop and Flow Considerations
The document provides guidelines for estimating pressure drops through fluid line accessories and offers a chart for friction loss in pipe fittings. It also includes data on air flow through steel pipes and water flow pressure drops.
Maintenance Tips
Regular maintenance of spray nozzles is essential to prevent performance degradation. Signs of wear include changes in flow rate, spray pressure, and pattern quality. The document emphasizes the importance of replacing worn nozzles to maintain product quality and efficiency.
Conclusion
This technical reference serves as a guide for selecting, maintaining, and optimizing spray nozzles. For further information, contacting a local sales engineer is recommended.
Overview: The document provides technical guidance on nozzle maintenance, safety instructions, and the benefits of using automatic spray nozzles with precision control systems. It emphasizes the importance of replacing worn nozzles to conserve water and reduce costs associated with water, chemicals, and electricity. The document also highlights the advantages of using AutoJet® Spray Controllers for precise spray control, which can improve accuracy, reduce waste, and enhance production efficiency.
Specifications and Procedures: The document includes a table of equivalents for volumetric, liquid pressure, and linear units, providing conversions between different measurement systems. It also outlines general safety instructions for operating pressurized spray systems, emphasizing the need for proper safety equipment and adherence to manufacturer guidelines to prevent injury and equipment damage.
Automatic Spray Nozzles: The document introduces various models of electrically-actuated and air-actuated nozzles, detailing their specifications, such as connection size, maximum liquid pressure, power requirements, and flow rates. It explains the benefits of using PulsaJet® series nozzles with AutoJet® spray controllers for precision spray control, which allows for consistent application rates and reduced use of costly coatings.
Safety and Maintenance Recommendations: The document stresses the importance of recognizing safety precautions when using pressurized systems and provides warnings about potential hazards. It advises on the proper maintenance of nozzles, including the need to shut off and disconnect liquid supply lines before performing maintenance.
Key Data and Tables: The document includes tables with conversion factors for various units of measurement and detailed specifications for different nozzle models. These tables are essential for ensuring accurate measurements and proper nozzle selection based on specific application requirements.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and options for various electrically-actuated and air-actuated hydraulic nozzles, focusing on their construction, flow rates, pressure capacities, and operational features.
Specifications:- Materials: Nozzles are constructed from stainless steel, PPS, PEEK, and other corrosion-resistant materials, with seals made from Viton or EPDM.
- Flow Rates: Vary across models, with some nozzles supporting up to 5 gpm (18.9 lpm).
- Pressure Capacities: Maximum liquid pressures range from 100 psi (7 bar) to 4000 psi (275 bar), depending on the model.
- Temperature: Maximum operating temperatures are typically around 400°F (204°C).
Procedures and Features:- Electrically-actuated nozzles offer fast cycling, up to 10,000 cycles per minute, and are suitable for high-speed operations.
- Air-actuated nozzles use compressed air for atomization and control, supporting intermittent spraying up to 180 cycles per minute.
- Many models feature removable fluid modules for easy maintenance without disturbing mounting or connections.
Options and Customization:- Nozzles are available with various spray patterns, flow rates, and mounting options to suit different applications.
- Some models include features like fluid recirculation, clean-out needles, and extensions for specific operational needs.
Recommendations:- For precise spray control, use with an AutoJet® Spray Controller.
- Consider the specific application requirements, such as flow rate and pressure, when selecting a nozzle model.
Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and utilizing hydraulic nozzles in various industrial applications, emphasizing the importance of matching nozzle specifications with operational needs.
Introduction
The document provides detailed information on air atomizing nozzles, specifically focusing on the J and JJ series. These nozzles are designed to mix compressed air and liquid to produce a finely atomized spray, suitable for various applications such as chemical injection, coating, sterilizing, and more.
Specifications
The nozzles are available in different configurations with flow rates ranging from 0.22 gpm to 29 gpm. They are constructed from nickel-plated brass or stainless steel, ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion. The nozzles can be equipped with clean-out and shut-off needles to prevent clogging and ensure optimal performance.
Product Range
- J Series Nozzles: Offer flow rates up to 29 gpm and are available in various configurations.
- JJ Compact Series Nozzles: Feature clean-out and shut-off needles with flow rates up to 33 gph.
- Variable Spray Nozzles: Allow independent control of liquid, atomizing air, and fan air pressures for precise spray performance.
- High Efficiency, High Flow Spray Nozzles: Provide small droplet sizes with low air consumption.
Nozzle Options
The document lists numerous nozzle options, including:
- 1/4JAU Nozzle Options: Features like clean-out needles, manual shut-off, and plate-mounted designs.
- 1/8JJAU Nozzle Options: Compact designs with various spray angles and extensions.
- 1/2J and 1J Series Nozzles: Offer high flow rates and are suitable for larger applications.
Performance Optimization
To optimize performance, it is recommended to use clean-out needles to prevent clogging, liquid strainers, and air filters to reduce maintenance and extend nozzle life. Pressure tanks can provide a convenient liquid supply for low-volume spraying.
Ordering Information
For detailed spray set-up performance data, customers are directed to see Section D. The document also provides contact information for application assistance and order placement.
Overview: The document provides detailed information on various air atomizing spray nozzles, including the QuickMist®, Variable Spray, and High Efficiency
Spray Nozzle Series. These nozzles are designed for precise liquid atomization, offering features such as independent control of liquid and air pressures, a variety of spray patterns, and materials that ensure durability and chemical resistance.
QuickMist® Series Nozzles: These nozzles mix liquid and compressed air to produce finely atomized spray patterns. They are efficient, requiring less air than typical nozzles, and are made from lightweight fluoropolymer for chemical resistance. The series offers a variety of spray set-ups with flow rates up to 26 gph (98 lph) and temperatures up to 200°F (93°C).
Variable Spray Nozzle Series: This series provides uniform spray distribution for viscous liquids, with independent control of liquid, atomizing air, and fan air pressures. It allows for fine-tuning of flow rate, drop size, and spray distribution. The nozzles support recirculation to maintain flow and have options for manual shut-off and clean-out needles.
High Efficiency Spray Nozzle Series: Featuring a patented three-stage atomization process, these nozzles offer high liquid flows with small drops and low air consumption. They provide tight droplet size control and are ideal for gas cooling and conditioning applications. The series includes FloMax X and A Series with flow rates up to 45 gpm (171.3 lpm) and various spray angles.
Spray Performance Data: The document includes performance data for UniJet® hydraulic spray tips, detailing spray patterns, angles, and flow rates. It emphasizes the importance of precise application in manufacturing and processing operations, offering tips for optimizing performance with liquid strainers, air filters, and pressure regulators.
Ordering Information: For detailed spray set-up performance data, the document refers to specific sections and provides contact information for application assistance and order placement.
Overview: The document provides detailed performance data for UNIJET® TPU Hydraulic Flat Spray Tips, specifically for the PulsaJet® Series and other related series such as JAUH, JJAUH, AA22AUH, AA24AUA, AA26AUH, and D55500-JAUH. It includes specifications on spray angles, flow rate capacities, and equivalent orifice diameters.
Specifications:- Spray Angles: The spray angles are categorized at various pressures (e.g., 40 psi) and range from 15° to 80°.
- Flow Rate Capacities: Flow rates are provided in gallons per minute (GPM) across different pressures (5 psi to 500 psi).
- Orifice Diameters: Equivalent orifice diameters are specified in inches, affecting the flow rate and spray angle.
Performance Data:- Data tables show flow rate capacities at various pressures for different spray angles.
- Highlighted columns indicate the rated pressure of the nozzles.
- Specific models like PulsaJet® 104210, 104214, 104215, and 0050 have distinct performance data.
Recommendations:- Contact a sales engineer for information on other body types that may be available.
- Highlighted columns in tables should be referred to for rated pressure information.
Key Insights from Tables:- Flow rates increase with higher pressures and larger orifice diameters.
- Spray angles tend to decrease as pressure increases, indicating a more focused spray pattern at higher pressures.
Overview: This document provides detailed performance data for UNIJET TP-TC hydraulic flat spray tips, designed for various nozzle models including JAUH, JJAUH, AA22AUH, AA24AUA, AA26AUH, and D55500-JAUH. The data includes specifications for spray angles, orifice diameters, flow rate capacities, and spray pattern widths at different pressures.
Specifications:- Spray Angles: Ranges from 5° to 110°.
- Orifice Diameters: Vary from .005" to .109".
- Flow Rate Capacities: Measured in gallons per minute, varying with pressure from 500 psi to 3000 psi.
- Spray Pattern Widths: Provided for each tip at a 1-foot distance, varying with pressure and liquid viscosity.
Performance Data:- Flow rates and spray pattern widths are tabulated for each spray tip number, showing performance at pressures of 500 psi, 1000 psi, 1500 psi, 2000 psi, and 3000 psi.
- Data is based on water, with spray pattern width influenced by liquid viscosity and pressure.
Additional Information:- Maximum free passage diameter is specified for each nozzle, indicating the largest size of foreign matter that can pass without clogging.
- Contact information for application assistance and order placement is provided.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and performance data for various spray set-ups used in air atomizing nozzles. It includes information on fluid and air cap combinations, liquid and air capacities, spray dimensions, and pressure requirements.
Specifications: The document lists multiple spray set-ups, each consisting of a fluid cap and an air cap. The performance data is provided for different pressures (10 psi, 20 psi, 30 psi, 40 psi, 60 psi) and includes liquid capacity in gallons per hour (gph) and air capacity in standard cubic feet per minute (scfm).
Performance Data: The performance data is categorized into different spray patterns such as round spray, wide angle round spray, and flat spray. Each category provides specific details on spray angle, dimensions, and the distance of spray projection.
Procedures: The document outlines the procedures for setting up the spray systems, including the need for specific components like retainer rings and gaskets, which must be ordered separately unless included in a complete assembly.
Recommendations: Anti-bearding set-ups are recommended to reduce nozzle build-up and maintenance time. Drip Free™ spray set-ups are suggested for ensuring positive shut-off in air atomizing assemblies.
Contact Information: For further information or assistance, the document provides a contact number: 1.800.95.SPRAY.
Introduction
This document provides technical specifications and performance data for various spray nozzles and humidification solutions. It includes details on different nozzle types, their configurations, and applications in fogging and humidification.
Specifications
The document lists numerous spray nozzle models, each with specific configurations such as spray pattern, fluid cap number, and air cap number. These nozzles are designed for different applications, including fogging, humidification, and cooling.
Product Range- AirJet® Fogger Nozzles: Suitable for large open spaces, offering flexibility and clog-free performance.
- MiniFogger® III: Ideal for small, hard-to-reach spaces, providing efficient humidification.
- Air Atomizing Nozzles: Available in siphon-fed or pressure-fed options for efficient humidity control.
- Wall-Mounted Humidification Units: Self-contained units ready to connect to existing air and liquid lines.
Performance Data
The document includes detailed performance data for various nozzles, indicating flow rates, air and water pressure requirements, and optimal conditions for evaporation. It highlights the importance of adjusting air and water pressures to control drop size and achieve desired humidification levels.
Key Features- High-quality, cost-efficient dry fog production with adjustable drop sizes.
- Easy maintenance with quick removal of spray setup and built-in strainer.
- Compatibility with municipal water pressure systems, eliminating the need for high-pressure pumps.
- Various mounting options for convenient installation.
Applications
The nozzles are suitable for a wide range of applications, including paper storage, textile mills, liquid storage tanks, air ducts, produce storage rooms, greenhouses, hatcheries, concrete pipe curing, and general fogging and humidification needs.
Ordering Information
For assistance with applications or to place an order, contact the provided phone number or visit the website.
Spray Set-up Specifications:
The document provides detailed specifications for various spray set-ups, including air capacity, flow rate capacity, and Sauter Mean Diameter at different pressures (36 psi, 44 psi, and 58 psi). For example, the SU1.0N set-up has an air capacity of 1.1 to 1.6 standard cubic feet per minute and a flow rate capacity ranging from 0.24 to 0.29 gallons per hour, with a Sauter Mean Diameter decreasing from 8.5 to 6.7 micrometers as pressure increases.
Fogging and Humidification Options:
The document outlines various nozzles and humidification units, such as the 1/4JH and 1/4JT nozzles, which provide efficient humidity control with low installation and operating costs. The 45400 Humidification Unit is suitable for deionized water and includes features like an air regulator and gauge. The 55089 Humidistat offers quick relative humidity readouts with a wide operating temperature range.
Spray Manifolds:
Spray manifolds are available in various configurations for different applications, including food product coating and lubrication. They feature threaded or sanitary inlet connections and can accommodate hydraulic or atomizing nozzles. Manifold lengths can reach up to 20 feet, and materials include stainless steel and aluminum.
Accessories:
The document details accessories to optimize performance, such as liquid strainers, air line filters, and pressure regulators. Strainers are available in various materials and mesh sizes to prevent clogging and ensure proper flow control. The document also includes ordering information and dimensions for these accessories.
Specifications and Materials:
1. Plug Valves: Available in female x male and male x female configurations with 1/4" connections. Made of brass with a Celcon plug handle. Maximum pressure is 400 psi (27 bar).
2. Extensions: Available in various lengths (3", 6", 9", 12") for different nozzle series, made of brass or 303 stainless steel.
3. Connectors: Include split-eyelet connectors and swivel unions, available in various sizes and materials such as zinc-plated steel, brass, and stainless steel.
Ordering Information:
1. Plug Valves: Specify type, inlet, and outlet connections. BSPT connections require a "B" prefix.
2. Extensions: Specify length and material code. No code for brass.
3. Connectors: Specify type, material code, pipe size, and outlet connection.
Accessories:
1. Mounting Kits: Include clamp mounting kits and wall mount adapters for various nozzle series.
2. Pressure Tank Assembly: Meets ASME and OSHA standards, available in multiple capacities, constructed of 304 stainless steel.
3. Level Switches: Indicate low liquid levels, available in brass or stainless steel.
4. Siphon Injectors: Adjustable siphon rate, available in brass or stainless steel, with various connection sizes.
Trademark and Ordering:
Spraying Systems Co. trademarks include AccuCoat®, AirJet®, and others. Orders can be placed via phone, fax, or online.
Terms and Conditions:
1. Prices are FOB seller's plant and subject to change.
2. Minimum billing is $50.00.
3. Products are warranted to conform to specifications.
4. Seller's liability is limited to the amount billed for the product.
5. Quality assurance is the buyer's responsibility unless specified and accepted by the seller.
6. Claims must be made promptly regarding goods' condition or compliance.
Terms and Conditions of Sale- Return Policy: Goods must be returned within one year of receipt, with Seller's written authorization required for returns, reworks, or scrapping.
- Default in Payment: If Buyer fails to pay, Seller may defer shipments or cancel orders.
- Technical Assistance: Seller provides free technical advice but assumes no liability for its application.
- Cancellation of Special Orders: Special orders cannot be canceled without Seller's consent and agreed conditions.
- Patents: Seller is not liable for patent infringement costs due to Buyer's use of products with other products or processes.
- Complete Agreement: The document constitutes the entire agreement, superseding any other communications.
- Governing Law: The agreement is governed by Illinois law.
Customer Return Policy- Errors by Seller: Full credit for product and shipping costs within one year.
- Errors by Buyer: Standard products can be returned for full credit with a 20% restocking charge, within one year.
- Returns require inspection and authorization through local sales offices.
Product Index- Includes various accessories, nozzles, and manifolds with specific product codes and page references.