Comco Inc.,offers a new nozzle that focuses multiple streams of abrasive over a circular cross section to more effectively process wire applications.
Micro-abrasive blasting is frequently used to treat or texture fine wires and tubes because of its ability to selectively remove material. Sections of polymer coated guidewires and catheters are often removed with microblasting to improve bonding. Comco's new Ring Nozzle improves this process by spreading the abrasive flow uniformly over a circular cross section. This eliminates the need for rotation of the part as required in single nozzle setups. It also creates a more consistent finish than multiple-nozzle fixtures.
The Ring Nozzle is powered by Comco's larger micro-abrasive blasting machines, the DirectFlo or the PowerFlo. Interchangeable guide tubes enable the Ring Nozzle to be used on a range of wire sizes. The Ring Nozzle can be easily integrated into an existing Comco micro-abrasive blasting system and can also be mounted to a Comco WorkStation with an accessory kit.
Comco Inc.
Burbank, CA
COMCOinc.com
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