Metallisation MK 73 - The Pistol

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2.2.1 The Pistol
Pistols vary dependant on the wire size that is to be sprayed. The Pistol shown is for a
standard 3/16” System. The table below this illustration gives the variant pistol part numbers
for the relevant wire size that is used:
Pistol Part No:
Wire Type
GAS73-1.6MM
1.6mm
GAS73-2MM
2mm
GAS73-2.3MM
2.3mm
GAS73-3MM
3mm
GAS73-1/8
1/8” (3.17mm)
GAS73-4MM
4mm
GAS73-3/16
3/16” (4.76mm)
GAS73-3/16”F
3/16” (fast)
GAS73L-1/8
1/8” (Long Supplies)
GAS73L-3/16
3/16” (Long Supplies)
Spreader
Directs air jets at the spray
stream to give a wider spray
pattern.
Nozzle (Without Spreader)
Accurately profiled and sleeved
with stainless steel insert.
Gas Head
Fuel gas, oxygen and
compressed air are conveyed
through the gas head from the
main valve to the nozzle
assembly.
Main Valve
A diaphragm valve assembly
which controls the gases to the
gas head.
Drive Motor
High torque positive
displacement air motor.
Wire Feed Unit
Self centering feed roller assembly
eliminating wire misalignment
and scuffing.
NOTE: The Illustration above
shows the Optional Spreader. The
Spreader is included on 1/8” and
3/16” systems as standard.