Plastic air blow guns are used for installation on machines and for cleaning debris and particles.
Red, Blue and Black Plastic air blow guns are available.
Air Blow Guns Information
Air blow guns attach to air lines for the manual actuation and/or control of air discharge. They are used primarily for debris removal and purging, non-contact part cleaning and drying, and general laboratory or industrial applications. Most air blow guns are made of plastic or metal and include an ergonomic grip or handle. A steady stream of compressed air is delivered through a sturdy metallic nozzle. Air blow guns that are equipped with an internal fail-safe pressure mechanism shut off automatically if the gun is dropped or the lip is blocked. Integral pressure relief valves are used to blow off excess pressure before discharge. In the United States, products that meet or exceed standards from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are commonly available. Typically, manufacturers indicate whether products are suitable for high volume applications, or include a threaded discharge port or vacuum attachment.
Specifications for Air Blow Guns
Specifications for air blow guns include pressure capacity and air line connection type. Pressure capacity or maximum rated pressure is rated at the air inlet and measured in pounds per square inch (psi). Many types of air line connectors are available. Quick-release connectors contain fittings that are attached internally. By contrast, push-on connectors include barbed ferrules. Air blow guns use several types of national pipe thread (NPT) connectors, most of which are inch-based and female. Important NPT measurements include threads per inch (TPI) and outside diameter (OD). 1/8" NPT connectors have 27 TPI and an OD of 0.405". 1/4" NPT connectors have 18 TPI and an OD of 0.540". 3/8" NPT connectors also have 18 TPI, but an OD of 0.675". 1/2" connectors have 14 TPI and an OD of 0.840". #10-32 NPT threads are also available. Air line connections that can swivel or pivot are suitable for applications that require versatile positioning.