ACCU COAT Applicators™
Teflon-coated four-sided applicators; seven depth
ranges, from 0.5 to 12.0 mils, offer extended versatility
Application and cleanup are remarkably fast and easy
Supplied
in protective cushioned packaging – with reasonable care,
these affordable tools can last for years
Description: The blade of this unique applicator design measures
only 0.5" x 0.5" x 2.5" (1.3cm x 1.3cm x 6.3cm).
A 1.5" (3.8cm) wide precision ground gate is centered on each
of the four edges. This restricted passage channels the flow of
the liquid to be evaluated through the gate while metering the
wet film thickness applied. It is intended as an easier and less
time-consuming alternative to Mayer rods and Bird-bar style applicators.
These tools can produce high quality drawdowns in a confined area,
making direct benchtop testing of inks and coatings a reality (for
best results, we strongly suggest use of The
Diversified Drawown Platform). Quick changeover from gate to
gate allows direct comparisons of different coating thicknesses. Not
recommended for flexo ink proofing.
 Use: The
wet film thickness (WFT) applied can be varied, based the angle
at which the tool is held (please see the figure
at right); a 45° angle produces the greatest clearance, yielding
a wet film approximately equal to the depth of the gate. By holding
the ACCU COAT Applicator™ at more acute angles,
the passage depth is reduced, resulting in a thinner coating. In
theory,
a 22° angle produces a wet film roughly half of gate depth.
We do not recommend holding the tool at an angle steeper than 50°.
Coating rheology affects WFT; critical applications should be checked
with a precise WFT gage such as those shown here.
(1) These wet film thicknesses assume an application angle
range of 22° to 45°
(2) This item is specifically designed for dyne testing
The ACCU PAINT™ Proofer
Description: This design is intended specifically for proofing
paints and architectural coatings. Color match, coverage, drying
time, gloss, and other critical properties can be evaluated easily
with this compact, simple tool. The four gates are precision ground
to depths of 3.8, 4.2, 4.6, and 5.0 mils, making it possible to
test over the standard range of single-coat paint film thicknesses.
Use: Use of this tool is identical to the other ACCU
COAT Applicators™ It will not usually be necessary
to vary the angle of application; the closely stepped passage
depths offered by the four sides of this proofer will generally
demonstrate differences in finish properties without finer
discernment.
The ACCU PAINT Proofer™ can be used in the
formulator’s lab for product development and quality control,
or in the field to demonstrate the actual finish produced by your
paint when applied uniformly at the wet film thickness you recommend.
Custom proofers, with different path widths or gate depths, can
be manufactured to your specifications as well.
(1) These wet film thicknesses assume an application angle
range of 22° to 45°
(3) This item is specifically designed for proofing
paints
Cotton Applicator Swabs
Puritan® Item #869-WC
Contains no binders and no glue
The method specified by ASTM Standard
D2578 and TAPPI Test Method T698; a time-tested dyne level
measurement technique
Price per 100 pack
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Quantity
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Price
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1
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$1.75
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2-9
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$1.30
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10 - 99
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$0.95
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>99
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$0.80
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The cotton on these swabs is carded, spun, and applied in an ISO
9002 registered facility, assuring consistent, high quality product,
order after order. Six ince long by 0.1" diameter stem keeps
your hands well away from the test fluid and substrate; single
spun cotton applicator tip.
Product Code 51101
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