AIR BLOWERS & HEAT GUNS

WHAT IS AN ELECTRIC AIR BLOWER MACHINE?

Air blower machines are simple and efficient electrical devices used in homes and businesses to remove dust from every crevice. Due to the delicate parts of gadgets and electronics, cloth cannot be used to clean them. Air blowers are required at this point because of their constant air pressure for dust removal. The time and effort required for cleaning and dusting tasks are significantly reduced by this sturdy and effective machine.

CHARACTERISTICS OF AIR BLOWERS

The electric air blower has features that make it simple to use, including;

• Some air blowers have extraction and blowing capabilities.

• This portable device offers a variable speed control setting for various functions.

• The grip on air blowers is firm and comfortable, allowing for prolonged use with little fatigue.

• These are lightweight but made of sturdy material.

• They also come in cordless form

• Air blowers don't make a lot of noise, so they can be used around people and the environment without disturbing them.

HOW DO AIR BLOWERS FUNCTION?

The air is forced to flow through a curved path and out of the air blower by a dynamic pressure created by an impeller at the centre of the device sucking air in and creating a spiral flow of air. The various speed settings are made for various cleaning tasks, including cleaning up electronic parts and garden-area leaves, among others.

TYPES OF AIR BLOWERS

Air blowers are available in a variety of types depending on their size, power capacity, blade design, application, and other factors. 

Forward-curved: The blade's design in this instance is curved. When rotating at a slow speed, results in a higher velocity.

Backward-curved: In this case, the blades rotate at a significantly faster rate than forward-curved blades. The flat blades turn anticlockwise to the rotational axis. It works best for tasks that require high-static pressure.

Airfoil: It has blades with an airfoil shape that gradually narrows as they approach the outer end.

Radial: The blades are not curved and are typically used for cooling in small exhaust systems.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BLOWER AND A FAN

CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE BUYING AN AIR BLOWER

• For quick jobs, choose battery-powered handheld air blowers. They are quickly and easily rechargeable. For cleaning larger areas or for use over a long period of time, electric air blowers are best.

• Always choose lightweight blowers that require less energy to operate and can be used for an extended period of time without becoming fatigued. Blowers that are lightweight are simple to handle, use, maintain, and store.

• Utilize the reduced noise level. Even after prolonged use, it won't irritate you or other people.

WHAT IS A HEAT GUN?

A device that releases a hot air wave is called a heat gun. Heat guns typically take the shape of an elongated body pointing at the object to be heated, with a handle at a right angle to the body and a trigger attached; they resemble standard handguns. Hence, the name heat gun. Heat guns are fairly practical hand tools. They behave exactly like hair dryers, but they simply produce more heat.

The main four types of heat;

• ELECTRIC HEAT GUN: Electricity is the primary fuel for them. Corded or cordless options are available. For industrial, craft, and other types of work, they are most frequently used.

• GAS-POWERED HEAT GUNS: They are utilized in labor-intensive tasks like welding. They either use propane gas or butane.

• INFRARED HEAT GUNS: Instead of using hot air, these inexpensive guns use infrared heat. Small projects work best with these kinds of guns.

• INDUSTRIAL HEAT GUN: These weapons are used in industry, as their name would imply. They are made to handle heavy-duty tasks like removing old paint from sizable areas.

The following are some common applications for heat guns:

1. SHRINK WRAPPING: Shrink wrapping is its main application. The plastic film is heated in a way that causes it to wrap tightly around the product without leaving any residue behind.

2. DRYING: A heat gun can be used because it is a powerful tool in situations where quick drying time is needed. A damp piece of wood, for instance, or even a small surface that has just been painted needs to be dried.

3. REMOVING: Additionally, paint and even bumper stickers can be removed with the help of heat guns. As the adhesives become more pliable and removable, stickers are now simple to remove.

4. HEAT SHRINK TUBE: Heat shrink tubes are a particular type of tube that contract upon coming into contact with heat. They are frequently used to join electrical wires, among other things.

5. SOFTENING: With the use of a heat gun, most substances that are initially liquid or soft before becoming solid or hard can be re-softened. For instance, when candle wax drips onto a surface, it can harden and leave a residue when scraped off. The wax is then made removable by heating.