Compact & versatile wet blast cabinet

Keywords Wet blasting, Equipment

The latest "Vapormate 3'' wet blast cabinet from Vapormatt Ltd has been specially designed for both ease and economy of operation (Plate 9).

 Plate 9 The Vapormate 3

Described as compact and versatile, the Vapormate 3 is thought to be ideal for either small workshop or production operations and, because the pump unit is positioned at the side of the cabinet rather than at the rear – a new feature for machines of this type – the machine can be conveniently positioned flush against a wall. Footprint of the Vapormate 3 is just 71l mm(28in) x 1270 mm (50in), height is 1753 mm (69in) and the robust 10 mm thick polyethylene processing enclosure measures 940 mm (37in) wide x 699 mm (27.5in)deep x 597 mm (23.5in) high.

As well as high level fluorescent internal illumination, the processing enclosure has a white, reflective inner surface to enhance operator visibility. The viewing window, made from toughened safety glass, is fitted with an internal full- width wiper and screen-wash unit.

The internal work support platform is made from stainless steel and is said to be easily removable for maintenance purposes. The coated mild steel machine support frame on the standard version of the Vaponnate 3 includes three manually adjustable height positions, so that the processing enclosure can be raised or lowered to suit different operator heights and sitting or standing working positions. A stainless steel support frame with an hydraulically operated variable height adjuster is available as an optional extra.

Other standard features claimed of the Vapormate 3 include: a quick-release 1.1kW glandless urethane pump which allows fast replacement in the event of pump failure; a lightweight, high efficiency 30 cfm blast gun (other capacities are available); and moving bed paper filtration for the removal of oil and debris. The blast gun and window wash are both foot operated and the blast pressure control is easily visible and adjustable. Services required are a 1/2in BSP air connection, a standard 1/2in water connection, and a 220 VAC single-phase,50/60Hz, 16 Amp power supply.

Optional equipment includes an immersion heater for use when heated degreasing chemicals are required, and a recirculated rinse system to conserve water consumption.

Details available from: Vapormatt Ltd,Tel: +44 (0)1481 253195; Fax.+44 (0)1481 252369; E-mail: sales@vapormatt.com;Website: http://www.vapormatt.com