Baker Universal Applicator

The Baker universal applicator ensures uniform layers with controlled thickness, ideal for laboratory testing and quality control of paints, varnishes, and adhesives.

The Baker universal applicator NK by NEURTEK is the perfect tool for applying coating layers with constant thickness on flat surfaces, ensuring uniform and reproducible results in laboratories and industrial environments. Made from high-quality stainless steel, it combines durability and precision to facilitate sample preparation and quality control tests.

Main Features

• Four application heights: Two available ranges:
  • 30, 60, 90, and 120 μm
  • 50, 100, 150, and 200 μm
• Useful width: 50 mm or 80 mm, with custom manufacturing available upon request.
• Flexible use: Compatible with manual or motorized application.
  
• High durability: Stainless steel, easy to clean and corrosion-resistant.
• Safe transport: Includes protective case.

Benefits of the Baker Universal Applicator

• Uniform application: Each pass ensures a consistent thickness, eliminating variations common in manual applications.
• Versatility: Works with paints, inks, varnishes, adhesives, and other coatings.
  
• Time optimization: Reduces the need for repeated adjustments and application errors.
• Reliable quality control: Ideal for laboratory testing and sample preparation to evaluate rheological properties, abrasion resistance, and gloss.

Manual or automatic?

You can use the Baker Universal Applicator manually or integrated into a motorized automatic application system with variable speed. This versatility makes it a practical and cost-effective solution without sacrificing precision.

• Spiral applicator bars provide an extremely homogeneous film.
• Other manual applicators allow thickness adjustment and are useful for more flexible applications.

Certification and Compliance

• Complies with ASTM D823.
• Optional ENAC certificate available on request.

Discover our complete range of NEURTEK film applicators, with different designs and features to suit all types of tests and laboratory needs.

Applications

• Quality control laboratories.
• Sample preparation for rheological property tests.
• Evaluation of abrasion resistance and gloss in paints, varnishes, and adhesives.
• Industrial processes requiring uniform layer thickness in coatings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can the application width be customized?
Yes, standard models are 50 mm or 80 mm, but NEURTEK offers custom manufacturing upon request.

How is it kept clean and protected?
Thanks to its stainless steel construction and included case, the Baker applicator is easy to clean and store, maintaining precision over time.

What thicknesses can be applied with the Baker Universal Applicator?
Depending on the model, it allows layers of 30–60–90–120 μm or 50–100–150–200 μm, ensuring uniformity with each pass.