Metallic Mesh Electrostatic Covers
HISTORY:
Developed at major domestic automotive assembly plant in the southwest, for the Sames 607 Bell in 2003. Currently also in use at many other domestic automotive assembly plants since August 2005.
Currently under test review at CAMI for the Versabell II, at ITW Ransburg for the RMA 303, the Aquabell at Fanuc, and on the Sames 307 Bell at a major domestic automotive assembly plant in Bowling Green.
FUNCTION:
Enhances the electrostatic field by expanding the positive charge that directs the paint to the surface.
Functions only on applicators with charged metal end effectors.
End of metallic mesh is finished at an optimal point of maximum efficiency without being too close to the grounding point, or opposite charge.
Metallic mesh is applied on covers using the 7/16” Green Laminated Foam for insulating purposes.
BENEFITS:
Significantly reduces over spray, which results in paint savings, cleaning, and improves film build on surfaces.
Saves on energy by reducing micro-amperage draw (resistance).
TECHNICAL DATA:
End effectors are generally set to operate between 40KV (40,000 volts) and 80KV (80,000 volts). Programs are predetermined by Factory Mutual to be compliant to be no closer to the surface than on inch for ever 10KV. This is to prevent E-stat faults by avoiding grounding to the opposite charged surface.
Content of metallic mesh is 65% metallic and 35% synthetic fiber.
Proper application and design of our cover (placement of finished end of metallic mesh) will reduce micro-amperage draw by 40% - 50%.
IN PLANT TESTING:
Always request that the plant do its initial testing offline so as not to risk an unforeseen process variant. A spark or arcing can cause a deluge or line stoppage that could compromise our reputation or status with our customer.