Automatic Film Applicator Standard
The Automatic film applicator provides a reliable basis to apply coating films to test charts, panels or foils (max. size 515 x 300 mm / 20.28 x 11.81 in), in a uniform and reproducible way in order to eliminate variations caused by human factors. A heated model is also available.
Reproducible
Variations in speed, pressure and direction of draw down cause irregularities. Other factors that may influence the result are the shear rate and the weight of the applicator..
Rheological properties
The quality of the applied film is important for research on rheological properties of the applied media.
Block- and spiral applicators
All models can be used in combination with either standard block type film applicators such as bird/baker models, or spiral bar type film applicators (wire wound rod type) depending on the configuration chosen.
Unique Interface
Each Automatic Film Applicator ‘Standard’ is equipped with the Triple I ® Navigation Tool. The Triple I stands for Intelligent Illumination Interface.
Heated bed
The Automatic Film Applicator Standard with perforated heated vacuum bed has a built-in heating mat which allows the temperature of the table to be elevated up to +100°C above ambient temperature. The powerful heating device guarantees an even distribution of the temperature over the entire vacuum plate. Temperature is set and controlled by means of the Triple I ® Navigation tool
