Boost product quality and cut waste with precise dispensing. This guide covers dispensing needle types and selection criteria for manufacturers. Discover how Blaze optimizes dispensing projects, ensuring accuracy, enhancing collaboration, and lowering material costs.

This comprehensive guide will delve into the world of dispensing needles, exploring their various types, applications, and key considerations for manufacturers. We’ll also introduce you to Blaze, a cutting-edge solution that can help you optimize your dispensing needle projects.

Understanding Dispensing Needles

Dispensing needles are hollow tubes designed to deliver precise amounts of fluids or other materials. They are used in a wide range of industries, including:

• Electronics: Applying adhesives, sealants, and encapsulants for electronic components.
• Medical devices: Dispensing medications, fluids, and other substances in medical procedures.
• Automotive: Applying adhesives, sealants, and lubricants in vehicle assembly.
• Aerospace: Applying sealants, adhesives, and coatings in aircraft manufacturing.
• Manufacturing: General assembly, product finishing, and other applications requiring precise material dispensing.

Types of Dispensing Needles

Dispensing needles come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, each designed for specific applications. Some common types include:

• Tapered needles: These needles have a tapered shape that allows for smooth and controlled dispensing of viscous materials.
• Blunt needles: Blunt needles are ideal for dispensing thicker materials and for applications where a sharp point is not required.
• Angled needles: Angled needles are designed for dispensing in hard-to-reach areas.
• Specialty needles: There are a variety of specialty needles available for specific applications, such as micro-dispensing and dispensing of abrasive materials.
  
  

  Premium ESD-Safe Dispensing Tips
  Gauge	I.D./O.D. (mm)	0.25″	0.5″	1.0″	1.5″	Color
  14	1.55 / 1.82	BC-0430	BC-0352	BC-0388	BC-0442	Olive
  15	1.37 / 1.82	BC-0431	BC-0353	BC-0389	BC-0443	Amber
  18	0.84 / 1.27	BC-0432	BC-0354	BC-0390	BC-0444	Green
  20	0.60 / 0.91	BC-0433	BC-0355	BC-0391	BC-0445	Pink
  21	0.51 / 0.82	BC-0434	BC-0356	BC-0392	BC-0446	Purple
  22	0.41 / 0.71	BC-0435	BC-0357	BC-0393	BC-0447	Blue
  23	0.34 / 0.64	BC-0436	BC-0358	BC-0394	BC-0448	Orange
  25	0.26 / 0.51	BC-0437	BC-0359	BC-0395	BC-0449	Red
  27	0.21 / 0.41	BC-0438	BC-0360	BC-0396	BC-0450	Clear
  30	0.16 / 0.31	BC-0439	BC-0361	BC-0397		Lavender
  32	0.09 / 0.25	BC-0362				Yellow
  34	0.06 / 0.25	BC-0363				Light Green

Key Considerations for Manufacturers

When selecting dispensing needles for your manufacturing process, it’s crucial to consider the following factors:

• Material compatibility: Ensure the needle material is compatible with the substance being dispensed.
• Needle gauge: The needle gauge refers to the inner diameter of the needle. Choose the appropriate gauge based on the viscosity of the material and the desired dispensing volume.
• Needle length: The needle length should be appropriate for the application and the dispensing equipment being used.
• Tip style: The needle tip style can affect the dispensing accuracy and flow rate.
• Sterility: For medical applications, sterile needles are essential.