Spray system manifold apparatus and method
US5415352A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 20, 1993 |
| Grant date | May 16, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B7/2494
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A manifold is disclosed for increasing the efficiency and consistency of air pressure driven spray systems, especially high volume, low pressure paint spraying systems. Paint or other liquid product is pushed by air pressure from a plastic bottle to the manifold, and from the manifold to a spray gun. The manifold has internal fluid passageways configured to increase the velocity of product discharge, resulting in enhanced product delivery for spray deposition, and adequate consistent discharge regardless of spray gun elevation. A customized product container lid is disclosed for use with the manifold. The apparatus maintains liquid product and pressurized air in separate lines for ease of cleaning.
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