Illinois Tool Works ITW Dynatec APEX SLOT DIE APPLICATOR Guide

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APEX
SLOT DIE APPLICATOR
Technical Documentation, No.40-47, Rev.10.16
ITW Dynatec
An Illinois Tool Works Company
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Index
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Index
Information about this manual................................................2
Index..........................................................................................3
Chapter 1 Declaration of Incorporation / Conformity ...........7
Chapter 2 Safety Instructions .................................................9
General Considerations ............................................................................................................ 9
Warning Labels ......................................................................................................................... 9
Safety Symbols in this Manual................................................................................................ 10
Safe Installation and Operation............................................................................................... 10
Explosion/ Fire Hazard............................................................................................................ 11
Use of PUR (Polyurethane) Adhesives................................................................................... 11
Eye Protection & Protective Clothing...................................................................................... 11
Electrical.................................................................................................................................. 12
Lockout/ Tagout ...................................................................................................................... 12
High Temperatures ................................................................................................................. 12
High Pressure ......................................................................................................................... 13
Protective Covers.................................................................................................................... 13
Servicing, maintenance........................................................................................................... 14
Secure transport...................................................................................................................... 14
Treatment for Burns from Hot Melt Adhesives........................................................................ 15
Measures in case of fire.......................................................................................................... 15
Keep attention to environmental protection standards ........................................................... 16
Chapter 3 Description and Technical Specs .......................17
3.1 Applicable Safety Regulations...................................................................... 17
Intended Use........................................................................................................................... 17
Unintended Use, Examples..................................................................................................... 17
Residual Risks ........................................................................................................................ 17
Technical changes .................................................................................................................. 18
Using foreign components ...................................................................................................... 18
Setting-up operation................................................................................................................ 18
3.2 Description APEX Slot Die Applicator........................................................... 19
Description .............................................................................................................................. 19
Specifications.......................................................................................................................... 20
Dimensions: APEX 50 mm with MAC Valve........................................................................... 21
Dimensions: APEX 50 mm with Festo Valve.......................................................................... 22
Dimensions: APEX 50 mm with MAC Valve, tube-mount....................................................... 23
Dimensions: APEX 76.2 mm with MAC Valve........................................................................ 24
Dimensions: APEX 110 mm with MAC Valve......................................................................... 25
Dimensions: APEX 150 mm with MAC Valves ....................................................................... 26
Dimensions: APEX 190 mm with MAC Valves ....................................................................... 27
Dimensions: APEX 270 mm with MAC Valves ....................................................................... 28
Dimensions: APEX 390 mm with MAC Valves ....................................................................... 29
Dimensions: APEX 470 mm with MAC Valves ....................................................................... 30
Chapter 4 Installation & Setting-up Operation ....................31
4.1 Conditions for set-up and mounting.............................................................. 31
4.2 Installation .................................................................................................... 32
Typical Installation................................................................................................................... 32
Off-roll Installation ................................................................................................................... 34

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Installation of Optional Wing Assemblies................................................................................ 35
4.3 Quality of compressed Air............................................................................. 36
4.4 Advices for the setting-up operation ............................................................. 37
4.5 Setting-up operation, in general.................................................................... 38
4.5 Shut Down Procedure................................................................................... 40
Chapter 5 Maintenance and Repair Notes ...........................41
5.1 Security advices for maintenance and repair................................................ 41
Equipment Preparation for Maintenance & Repair ................................................................. 42
Re-Assembly Procedures and General Cautions................................................................... 42
5.2 Maintenance plan ......................................................................................... 43
5.3 Replacement of Module................................................................................ 44
5.4 Replacement of the Filter in Optional Filter Block......................................... 45
5.5 Shim Replacement ....................................................................................... 47
5.6 Replacement of Heater Cartridge or Sensor................................................. 49
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ...................................................51
6.1 Troubleshooting In General.......................................................................... 51
6.2 Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................. 52
6.3 Testing of Heater Cartridge or Temperature Sensor..................................... 54
Testing Resistance of the Heater Cartridge............................................................................ 54
Testing Resistance of the RTD Temperature Sensor............................................................. 55
Chapter 7 Available Options & Accessories........................57
Heater Cartridges.................................................................................................................... 57
RTD Sensors........................................................................................................................... 57
Blank Shims ............................................................................................................................ 57
Filters....................................................................................................................................... 58
Cable Assemblies ................................................................................................................... 58
Recommended Spare Parts List............................................................................................. 58
Chapter 8 Component Illustrations and Bill of Materials ...59
APEX Slot Die Applicator Model Designation Guide .............................................................. 59
Typical APEX 50mm Service Block Assembly PN 813187 .................................................... 60
Typical APEX 50mm Extruder Assembly, PN 814408............................................................ 61
Typical APEX 76.2mm Service Block Assembly, PN 812327 ................................................ 62
Typical APEX 76.2mm Extruder Assembly, PN 812333......................................................... 63
Typical APEX 110mm Service Block Assembly, PN 111092 ................................................. 64
Typical APEX 110mm Extruder Assembly PN 111095........................................................... 66
Typical APEX 150mm Service Block Assembly, PN 111082 ................................................. 67
Typical APEX 150mm Extruder Assembly PN 111085........................................................... 69
Typical APEX 190mm Service Block Assembly, PN 111289 ................................................. 70
Typical APEX 190mm Extruder Assembly PN 810007........................................................... 72
Typical APEX 270mm Service Block Assembly, PN 111087 ................................................. 73
Typical APEX 270mm Extruder Assembly PN 111090........................................................... 75
Typical APEX 390mm Service Block Assembly, PN 111318 ................................................. 76
Typical APEX 390mm Extruder Assembly PN 111324........................................................... 78
Typical APEX 470mm Service Block Assembly, PN 810489 ................................................. 79
Typical APEX 470mm Extruder Assembly PN 810496........................................................... 81

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APEX Slot Die Module, with MAC solenoid valve................................................................... 82
APEX Slot Die Module, with MAC solenoid valve and air tubes............................................. 83
APEX Slot Die Module, (rectangle stand-off), with Festo solenoid valve ............................... 84
APEX Slot Die Module, (square stand-off), with Festo solenoid valve................................... 84
Block-Off Module, square stand-off, PN 809956 .................................................................... 85
Block-Off Module, rectangle stand-off, spacing 25mm, PN 823360....................................... 85
Typical, Optional APEX Wing Assemblies.............................................................................. 86
8.1 Specific APEX Extruder................................................................................ 87
Chapter 9 Schematics............................................................89
Pin Connectors & Electrical Schematics................................................................................. 89
DynaControl/Dynamini or PLC (Platinum RTD) Control Scheme, PN 103117....................... 89
Microprocessor Temperature Control (MCV) or CompuVision Control Scheme, PN 045X144
................................................................................................................................................ 89
Upgrade (Nickel RTD) Control Scheme PN 104551............................................................... 90
Upgrade (J-type Thermocouple) Control Scheme.................................................................. 90
Upgrade (Platinum RTD) Control Scheme.............................................................................. 90
Chapter 10 Appendix..............................................................91
Solenoid Valve Configurations, Schematics & Setup ............................................................. 91
Air Filter/ Regulator Installation Notes .................................................................................... 91
Section 1, 24 VDC MAC Solenoid valve, 4,02,1/8,HIR, PN 100054 ...................................... 92
Section 2, 24 V MAC Solenoid valve 9.3W, PN 810028......................................................... 93
Section 3, 24 VDC Festo high-speed solenoid valve, PN 115055 & 115056......................... 94
Section 4, Air Control Kit PN 100055, Component Illustration................................................ 95
Section 4, Air Control Kit PN 100380, Component Illustration................................................ 96

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Chapter 1
Declaration of Incorporation / Conformity
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Declaration of Incorporation / Conformity

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Chapter 2
Safety Instructions
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Chapter 2
Safety Instructions
General Considerations

All operators and service personnel must read and understand this manual
before operating or servicing equipment.

All maintenance and service on this equipment must be performed by trained
technicians.
Read and adhere to the manual!
1. Read and follow these instructions.
Failure to do this could result in severe personal injury or death.
2. Keep the binding rules for accident prevention valid for your country and the place of
installation. Also keep the approved qualified technical rules for safety-conscious and
professional work.
3. Additional safety instructions and/ or symbols are located throughout this manual.
They serve to warn maintenance personnel and operators about potentially hazardous
situations.
4. Inspect the machine for unsafe conditions daily and replace all worn or defective parts.
5. Keep work area uncluttered and well lit. Remove all material or things not needed for
the production from the workspace of the equipment!
6. All covers and guards must be in place before operating this equipment.
7. Subject to technical modifications without notice!
8. To ensure proper operation of the equipment, use specified electrical and/ or air
supply sources.
9. Do not attempt to alter the design of the equipment unless written approval is received
from ITW Dynatec.
10. Keep all manuals readily accessible at all times and refer to it often for the best
performance from your equipment.
Warning Labels
1. Read and obey all of the warning labels, signs and caution statements on the
equipment.
2. Do not remove or deface any of the warning labels, signs and caution statements on
the equipment.
3. Replace any warning labels, signs and caution statements which have been removed
or defaced. Replacements are available from ITW Dynatec.

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Safety Symbols in this Manual
1. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are found throughout this manual.
WARNINGS mean that failure to observe the specific instructions may cause injury to
personnel.
2. CAUTIONS mean that failure to observe the specific instructions may damage the
equipment.
Safe Installation and Operation
Read and adhere to the manual!
1. Read this manual before applying electrical power to the equipment. Equipment may
be damaged by incorrect electrical connections.
2. To avoid possible failure of hoses, make sure all hoses are routed to avoid kinking,
tight radius turns (8” or less) and abrasive contact. Hot‐melt hoses should not have
prolonged contact with heat‐absorbing surfaces such as cold floors or metal troughs.
These heat‐absorbing surfaces can alter adhesive flow and cause incorrect
calibration. Hoses should never be covered with materials that prevent heat
dissipation, such as insulation or sheathing. Hoses should be spaced apart from each
other, not making direct contact.
3. Do not use adhesive that is dirty or that may be chemically contaminated. Doing so
can cause system clogging and pump damage.
4. When adhesive hand‐held applicators or other movable applicators are used, never
point them at yourself or at any other person. Never leave a hand‐held applicator's
trigger unlocked when not actually in use.
5. Do not operate the hopper or other system components without adhesive for more
than 15 minutes if the temperature is 150° C (300° F) or more. To do so will cause
charring of the residual adhesive.
6. Never activate the heads, hand‐held applicators and/ or other application devices until
the adhesive's temperature is within the operating range. Severe damage could result
to internal parts and seals.
7. Never attempt to lift or move the unit when there is molten adhesive in the system.
8. In case of an emergency or exceptional incident, press the emergency stop button in
order to stop the unit quickly.
9. Use the unit only as it is intended to.
10. Never let the unit run unattended.
11. Operate the unit only in a faultless and fully functional condition. Check and make
sure that all safety devices work in proper form!

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Explosion/ Fire Hazard
1. Never operate this unit in an explosive environment.
2. Use cleaning compounds recommended by ITW Dynatec or your adhesive supplier
only.
3. Flash points of cleaning compounds vary according to their composition, so consult
with your supplier to determine the maximum heating temperatures and safety
precautions.
Use of PUR (Polyurethane) Adhesives
1. PUR adhesives emit fumes (MDI and TDI) that can be dangerous to anyone exposed
to them. These fumes cannot be detected by the sense of smell. ITW Dynatec strongly
recommends that a power‐vented exhaust hood or system be installed over any PUR
system.
2. Consult with your adhesive manufacturer for specifics about required ventilation.
CAUTION
Because of the nature of PUR adhesives to strongly bond in the presence of moisture,
care must be taken to prevent them from curing inside ITW Dynatec equipment.
If PUR adhesive solidifies in a unit, the unit must be replaced. Always purge old PUR
adhesive from the system per your adhesive manufacturer's instructions and time table.
ALLOWING PUR ADHESIVE TO CURE IN A UNIT OR ITS COMPONENTS VOIDS ITW
DYNATEC'S WARRANTY.
Eye Protection & Protective Clothing
WARNING
EYE PROTECTION & PROTECTIVE CLOTHING REQUIRED
1. It is very important that you PROTECT YOUR EYES when working around
hot melt adhesive equipment!
2. Wear a face shield conforming to ANSI Z87.1 or safety glasses with side
shields which conform to ANSI Z87.1 or EN166.
3. Failure to wear a face shield or safety glasses could result in severe eye injury.
4. It is important to protect yourself from potential burns when working around hot melt
adhesive equipment.
5. Wear heat-resistant protective gloves and long‐sleeved, protective clothing to prevent
burns that could result from contact with hot material or hot components.
6. Always wear steel‐reinforced safety shoes.

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Electrical
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE
1. Dangerous voltages exist at several points in this equipment. To avoid personal injury,
do not touch exposed connections and components while input power is on.
2. Disconnect, lockout and tag external electrical power before removing protective
panels.
3. A secure connection to a reliable earth ground is essential for safe operation.
4. An electrical disconnect switch with lockout capability must be provided in the line
ahead of the unit. Wiring used to supply electrical power should be installed by a
qualified electrician.
5. Notify the maintenance personnel immediately, if cables are damaged. Provide for
exchanging the defective components immediately.
Lockout/ Tagout
Switch the unit voltage-free before working!
Main switch OFF!
1. Follow OSHA 1910.147 (Lockout/ Tagout Regulation) for equipment's lockout
procedures and other important lockout/tagout guidelines.
2. Be familiar with all lockout sources on the equipment.
3. Even after the equipment has been locked out, there may be stored energy in the
application system, particularly in the capacitors within the panel box. To ensure that
all stored energy is relieved, wait at least one minute after removing power before
servicing electrical capacitors.
High Temperatures
WARNING HOT SURFACE
1. Severe burns can occur if unprotected skin comes in contact with molten adhesive or
hot application system parts.
2. Face shields (preferred) or safety glasses (for minimum protection), heat-resistant
protective gloves and long-sleeved clothing must be worn whenever working with or
around adhesive application systems.

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High Pressure
WARNING HIGH PRESSURE PRESENT
1. To avoid personal injury, do not operate the equipment without all covers, panels and
safety guards properly installed.
2. To prevent serious injury from molten adhesive under pressure when servicing the
equipment, disengage the pumps and relieve the adhesive system's hydraulic
pressure (i.e. trigger the heads, hand‐held applicators, and/or other application
devices into a waste container) before opening any hydraulic fittings or connections.
3. IMPORTANT NOTE: Even when a system's pressure gauge reads “0” psi, residual
pressure and trapped air can remain within it causing hot adhesive and pressure to
escape without warning when a filter cap or a hose or hydraulic connection is
loosened or removed. For this reason, always wear eye protection and protective
clothing.
4. Either of the two High Pressure symbols shown may be used on ITW Dynatec
equipment.
5. Keep the given operating pressure.
6. Notify the maintenance personnel immediately, if hoses or components are damaged.
Provide for exchanging the defective components immediately.
Protective Covers
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE
1. Keep all guards in place!
2. To avoid personal injury, do not operate the application system without all covers,
panels and safety guards properly installed.
3. Never get your extremities and/or objects into the danger area of the unit. Keep your
hands away from running parts of the unit (pumps, motors, rolls or others).

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Servicing, maintenance
1. Only trained and qualified personnel are to operate and service this equipment.
2. Before any service work disconnect the external power supply and the pressure air
supply!
3. Never service or clean equipment while it is in motion. Shut off the equipment and lock
out all input power at the source before attempting any maintenance.
4. Follow the maintenance and service instructions in the manual.
5. Keep the maintenance rates given in this documentation!
6. Any defects in the equipment that impact safe operation have to be repaired
immediately.
7. Check screws that have been loosened during the repair or maintenance, if they are
tight again.
8. Replace the air hoses in preventive maintenance regularly, even if they have got no
viewable damages! Adhere to the manufacturers` instructions!
9. Never clean control cabinets or other houses of electrical equipment with a jet of
water!
10. Adhere to the current safety data sheet of the manufacturer when using hazardous
materials (cleaning agents, etc.)!
Secure transport
1. Examine the entire unit immediately after receipt, if it has been delivered in perfect
condition.
2. Let damages in transit certify by the carrier and announce them immediately to the
ITW Dynatec.
3. Use only lifting devices that are suitable for the weight and the dimensions of the
equipment (see drawing of the equipment).
4. The unit has to be transported upright and horizontally!
5. The unit has to cool down to room temperature before packaged and transported.

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Treatment for Burns from Hot Melt Adhesives
Measures after being burned:
1. Burns caused by hot melt adhesive must be treated at a burn center. Provide the burn
center's staff a copy of the adhesive's M.S.D.S. to expedite treatment.
2. Cool burnt parts immediately!
3. Do not remove adhesive forcibly from the skin!
4. Care should be used when working with hot melt adhesives in the molten state.
Because they rapidly solidify, they present a unique hazard. Even when first solidified,
they are still hot and can cause severe burns.
5. When working near a hot melt application system, always wear safety shoes, heat-
resistant protective gloves, safety goggles and protective clothes that cover all
vulnerable parts of the body.
6. Always have first-aid information and supplies available.
7. Call a physician and/or an emergency medical technician immediately. Let the burns
medicate by a medic immediately.
Measures in case of fire
1. Please heed that not covered hot parts of the engine and molten hot melt may cause
heavy burns. Risk of burns!
2. Work very carefully with molten hot melt. Keep in mind, that already jelled hot melt can
be very hot, too.
3. When working near a hot melt application system, always wear safety shoes, heat-
resistant protective gloves, safety goggles and protective clothes that cover all
vulnerable parts of the body!
Measures in case of fire:
Wear safety shoes, heat-resistant protective gloves, safety goggles and protective
clothes that cover all vulnerable parts of the body.
Firefighting - burning hot melt:
Please keep attention to the safety data sheet given by the adhesive manufacturer.
EXTINGUISH FIRE
Appropriate extinguishing agents:
Foam extinguisher, Dry powder, Spray, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry sand.
For safety reasons not appropriate extinguishing agents: None.
Firefighting - burning electrical equipment:
Appropriate extinguishing agents:
Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder.

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Keep attention to environmental protection standards
1. When working on or with the unit, the legal obligations for waste avoidance and the
duly recycling / disposals have to be fulfilled.
2. Keep attention, that during installations, repairs or maintenance matters hazardous to
water, like adhesive / adhesive scrap, lubricating grease or oil, hydraulic oil, coolant
and cleaner containing solvent not pollute the ground or get into the canalization!
3. These matters have to be caught, kept, transported and disposed in appropriate
reservoirs!
4. Dispose these matters according to the international, national and regional
regulations.

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Chapter 3
Description and Technical Specs
3.1 Applicable Safety Regulations
Intended Use
The APEX High-Speed Intermittent Slot Die Applicator may be used only to apply suitable
materials, e.g. adhesives. When in doubt, seek permission from ITW Dynatec.
If the Applicator is not used in accordance with this regulation, a safe operation cannot
be guaranteed.
The operator - and not ITW Dynatec - is liable for all personal injury or property damages
resulting from unintended use!
Intended use includes, that you
•read this documentation,
•heed all given warnings and safety instructions, and
•do all maintenance within the given maintenance rates.
Any other use is considered to be unintended.
Unintended Use, Examples
The APEX Slot Die Applicator may not be used under the following conditions:
•In defective condition.
•In a potentially explosive atmosphere.
•With unsuitable operating/processing materials.
•When the values stated under Specifications are not complied with.
The APEX Slot Die Applicator may not be used to process the following materials:
•Toxic, explosive and easily flammable materials.
•Erosive and corrosive materials.
•Food products.
Residual Risks
In the design of the APEX Slot Die Applicator, every measure was taken to protect
personnel from potential danger. However, some residual risks cannot be avoided.
Personnel should be aware of the following:
•Risk of burns from hot material.
•Risk of burns from hot Applicator’s components.
•Risk of burns when conducting maintenance and repair work for which the system
must be heated up.
•Risk of burns when attaching and removing heated hoses.
•Material fumes can be hazardous. Avoid inhalation. If necessary, exhaust material
vapors and/or provide sufficient ventilation of the location of the system.
•Risk of pinching parts of the body at running parts of the Adhesive Supply Unit
(pumps, motors, rolls or others).
•The safety valves may malfunction due to hardened or charred material.

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Technical changes
Any kind of technical changes having impact to the security or the operational liability of
the system should only be done by written agreement of ITW Dynatec. Suchlike changes
made without given a corresponding written agreement will lead to immediate exclusion
of liability granted by ITW Dynatec for all direct and indirect subsequent damages.
Using foreign components
ITW Dynatec takes no responsibility for consequential damages caused by using foreign
components or controllers that have not been provided or installed by ITW Dynatec.
ITW Dynatec does not guarantee that foreign components or controllers used by the
operating company are compatible to the ITW Dynatec-system.
Setting-up operation
We recommend asking for an ITW Dynatec-service technician for the setting-up
operation, to ensure a functioning system. Let yourself and the people working with or
working on the system be introduced to the system on this occasion.
ITW Dynatec takes no responsibility for damages or faults caused by any untrained
personal.

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3.2 Description APEX Slot Die Applicator
Description
ITW Dynatec’s APEX High Speed Intermittent Slot Die Applicator is an air-operated hot melt adhesive
applicator assembly with an optional filter manifold. The applicator is used with intermittent pressure
and constant pressure hot melt adhesive supply units (ASUs). APEX models are offered in several
different module configurations.
Each APEX High Speed Slot Die applicator features various combinations of adhesive valve slot die
modules mounted to a single service block. Each module is opened and closed by air pressure.
Springs are used to keep needles closed when no air pressure is supplied to the head. The rate of
adhesive flow from the applicator is determined by the adhesive pressure applied by the ASU’s pump,
shim thickness and the amount of shim opening.
The applicator is heated by replaceable cartridge heating elements which are controlled by an
integrated RTD sensor and electronic control. A single heat zone for the service block and die allows
for only one temperature control point on models less than 390mm. Models longer than 390mm have
two heat zones and control points.
The APEX module(s) is mounted onto either a steel or aluminium service block. A piston inside the
module is pneumatically triggered by a solenoid valve, which allows adhesive to flow through a valve
within the module.
The APEX offers a variety of heated
adhesive supply hose connections
into the service or filter manifolds.
Adhesive flows from the hose into
and through the channels within the
manifold to the module. Air
pressure opens the adhesive valve,
allowing adhesive to flow through
the module’s die assembly when
the valve is open.
In order to minimize response time,
operating air and electrical
connects from the solenoid valves
are made to each individual
module.
These slot die applicators can be
configured for either ITW Dynatec’s
DynaControl controller,
Microprocessor Temperature
Control/ Compu-Vision (MCV),
DynaPlus/ Pro or it can be
configured for a competitive
upgrade.
The APEX High-Speed Reverse Acting Slot Die Applicator
Filter Cap
Solenoid Valves (2)
Module Air Inlet
Module Assembly
Hose Inlet (4)
Optional Filter
Block
Module Electrical
Input to solenoid
valve (2)
Electrical
Connection
M8 Mounting
Bolts (2)
Weep
Holes (4)
Service
Block
Adhesive
Outlet
Extruder
Assembly

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Specifications
Environmental:
Storage/ shipping temperature ..................................................... -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Ambient service temperature .......................................................... -7°C to 50°C (20°F to 122°F)
Physical:
Dimensions ................................................................. see dimensional layouts on following page
Weight............................................................................................ typical APEX 110: 3.2kg (7 lb.)
typical APEX 190: 6.8kg (15 lb.)
typical APEX 270: 9.8kg (21.5 lb.)
Mounting................................................................................................. M8 screws with insulators
Application width .........................................................................................up to 500mm (19.6 in.)
Filtration..............................................................................................................filter block optional
Performance:
Operating temperature range ..................................................... 38°C to 200°C (100°F to 390°F)
Warm-up time ................................... 15 minutes for cold start/ 1 minute for module change only
Cycle rate ..................................................up to 10.000 cycles/ minute, depending on application
On/ Off times................................................................................................... 3 ms OFF/ 3 ms ON
Adhesive viscosity ................................................................ 100 to 20.000 mPa.sec. (centipoise)
Adhesive pressure range ........................................................ 7 bar (100 psi) to 68 bar (1000 psi)
Noise emission ................................................................................................................. 30 dB(A)
Air Requirements:
Air pressure range (standard) .......................................................... 4.1 to 6.9 bar (60 to 100 psi)
Air consumption.................................................... 28 liters/ module/ minute @ 100 cycles/ minute
(.01 SCFM per module @ 100 cycles/ minute)
Electrical:
Supply voltage.................................... 200-240 V AC/ 1ph/ 50-60 Hz with 24 VDC control voltage
Power requirements:
Model Number No.
Modules
Maximum
Recommended
Slot Width
Wattage
240 VAC
(steel body)
Wattage
240 VAC
(aluminum body)
APEX50
1
40 mm (1.6”)
400W
400W
APEX76.2
1
50 mm (1.9”)
400W
400W
APEX110
1
60 mm (2.4”)
400W
400W
APEX150
2
100 mm (3.9”)
600W
400W
APEX190
3
140 mm (5.5”)
800W
not available
APEX270
5
220 mm (8.7”)
1200W
not available
APEX390
8
340 mm (13.4”)
1600W
not available
APEX470
9
420 mm (16.5”)
2000W
not available