Hydraulic nozzles
What are the characteristics of hydraulic nozzles
Hydraulic spray nozzles, also known as single-fluid nozzles, atomize liquids by forcing them through a small orifice at high pressure. The droplet size of the hydralic nozzle is directly influenced by the liquid pressure. Higher pressure generally leads to smaller droplets. Hydraulic nozzles can produce different spray patterns, including flat fan, solid stream, full cone, and hollow cone.
Characteristics
- Single-fluid
- Reliance on liquid pressure
- Larger droplet size than two-fluids
- Different spray patterns
Suitable applications
Hydraulic spray nozzles can be utilized for multiple applications such as: Spraying, cleaning, cooling, chemicals spraying, humidification, dust suppression, etc. Each nozzle has precise characteristics such as spray angle, spray capacity, spray pattern, and spray distribution.
- Require fine atomization
- Spray a viscous liquid
- Require a large turn-down ratio
- Require extremely small spray capacity
Before considering the application of the nozzle, there are other aspects that must be taken into account in order to ensure that the nozzle will be optimal for that specific need. These criteria can be distinguished based upon the flow rate, volume and the liquid pressures.
Guarantee of spray angle
In regards to the flat spray and cone spray nozzles, they are guaranteed to have a rated spray angle within the range of +/- 5°, under a standard pressure. The solid stream jet nozzles, on the other hand, have a guaranteed axis of coverage angle from the nozzle’s centerline, within a range of 3°, under a standard recommended pressure.
Furthermore, we provide hydraulic spray nozzle for a specific width request, which can either be wide spray angles or of narrower spray angles. Within these categories we recommend our cone spray nozzle and flat spray nozzle.
Choice of materials depending on your application
In order to satisfy the needs and applications of the customers, Ikeuchi has implemented the development of nozzles from various materials suitable for each particular request and demand. The material of construction for the parts of the nozzles can vary from stainless steel, rubber, ceramic to plastic. Depending on the usage or purpose of the nozzles, Ikeuchi provides hydraulic nozzles manufactured from various types of stainless steel, ceramic and plastic, or from a combination of materials.
Due to the overuse of nozzles or usage under unrecommended conditions, the nozzle orifices could be constantly placed under pressure of abrasion. However, for demanding applications and requirements, the ceramic spray nozzles have proven to be manufactured out of an outstanding wear-resistant material, lasting 20-30 times longer than stainless steel nozzles (advantages of ceramic nozzle).