Can I Use an Air Cylinder for Pumping Alumina-Filled Polyester Resin?

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the feasibility of using a pneumatic air cylinder, specifically the KSC50x100 model, for pumping alumina-filled polyester resin. The user seeks to employ one air cylinder for the resin transfer and another for moving the pump. The resin is maintained at normal temperatures and is in liquid form prior to mixing with a hardener, indicating that the application does not involve high-temperature materials.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of pneumatic systems and air cylinders
  • Knowledge of resin properties, specifically polyester resin
  • Familiarity with mixing processes involving hardeners
  • Basic mechanical design principles for pump systems
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  • Research the specifications and limitations of the KSC50x100 pneumatic air cylinder
  • Explore best practices for pumping viscous materials like polyester resin
  • Learn about the effects of temperature on resin properties during pumping
  • Investigate alternative pumping solutions for resin applications
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This discussion is beneficial for engineers, product designers, and hobbyists involved in resin applications, particularly those looking to implement pneumatic systems for material transfer.

FiveO
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Hello

I need to build a pump to transfer alumina filled polyester resin. Can I use something like this - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1Pcs-KSC50x100-50mm-Bore-100mm-Stroke-Double-Action-Pneumatic-Air-Cylinder-/350908339995?hash=item51b3c4571b ? One to use resin pumping, other for moving the resin pump with air.

Excuse my English, it's not my native tongue
 
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Can you diagram your system? Are you pumping high-temperature melted resin?
 
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Ok, I try to diagram my system on evening.

No, the resin is in normal temperature, it is liquid what is later mixed with hardener.
 

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