There are plenty of compressed air applications where a standard air gun gets the job done. Blowing chips off a workbench, drying a small part, or removing light debris usually doesn’t require a tremendous amount of force.
But what happens when the material you’re trying to move isn’t so cooperative?
Heavy scrap, stubborn debris, slag, flash, water, and material buildup can require significantly more force. That’s where EXAIR’s TurboBlast® Safety Air Gun comes into play.
The TurboBlast was designed specifically for demanding industrial blow off applications where operators need serious force in a handheld package. Depending on the model selected, the TurboBlast can deliver anywhere from 4.5 pounds up to 23 pounds of blowing force, making it one of the most powerful handheld blow off options in EXAIR’s Safety Air Gun lineup.
High Force Without Sacrificing Operator Comfort
Producing a lot of force is one thing. Giving an operator a tool they can comfortably use throughout the day is another.
The TurboBlast features a rugged cast aluminum handle surrounded by a soft elastomer grip. The grip is designed to provide comfort during extended use while also offering resistance to UV exposure and chemicals commonly found in industrial environments.
Rather than using a large traditional trigger, the TurboBlast incorporates a low-profile, light-touch button trigger. A slight squeeze activates the airflow, reducing the amount of effort required from the operator.
Just as importantly, releasing the trigger automatically shuts off the compressed air. If the operator releases or drops the gun, airflow stops—an important safety feature when working with the amount of force these guns can produce.
Dial In the Amount of Air You Actually Need
Not every application requires maximum force all the time.
TurboBlast models are available with an adjustable gate valve located near the handle. A quick adjustment allows the operator to change airflow and blowing force while working.
One moment you may need a relatively light stream of air to move loose material. A few seconds later, you may encounter something stubborn that requires significantly more force. Instead of changing tools or adjusting the compressed air system upstream, the operator can make that change right at the gun.
This adjustability can also help avoid using more compressed air than the application actually requires.
Reach the Areas Operators Can’t
High force isn’t very useful if you can’t get the airflow where it needs to go.
TurboBlast Safety Air Guns are available with 1-foot, 3-foot, and 6-foot extensions, giving operators the ability to reach into machinery, large vessels, processing equipment, or other areas that would otherwise be difficult or unsafe to access.
Typical applications include:
- Removing slag and flash
- Blowing away stubborn manufacturing debris
- Cleaning large machinery and production areas
- Steel mill and paper manufacturing cleanup
- Removing liquids from parts and equipment
- Part drying
- Road work — blowing out saw cuts in concrete roadways to allow for elastomers to completely fill the control joints.
- Part cooling
- Reaching difficult areas for blow off and cleanup
An integrated guard also helps protect the Super Air Nozzle from damage if the gun or extension contacts surrounding equipment.
Safety Still Matters When More Force Is Required
A common mistake with demanding blow off applications is assuming that more force means accepting an unsafe or makeshift solution.
The TurboBlast combines EXAIR’s engineered Super Air Nozzles with a purpose-built safety air gun handle. EXAIR’s TurboBlast line is designed to meet OSHA requirements for compressed-air blow off while providing operators with a controlled way to handle these higher-force applications.
Proper operating practices are still important. Operators should wear appropriate eye and hearing protection, direct debris away from personnel, inspect connections before use, and never use compressed air to clean themselves or their clothing.
Sometimes You Just Need More Power
Compressed air efficiency is often about using the right amount of air for the application—not simply using as little air as possible.
For many applications, one of EXAIR’s smaller Safety Air Guns is the perfect solution. But when you need to move heavy debris, remove stubborn buildup, dry a large surface, or deliver powerful airflow from several feet away, trying to accomplish the job with an undersized air gun can waste time and frustrate operators.
That’s exactly where the TurboBlast Safety Air Gun fits.
With blowing forces up to 23 pounds, adjustable airflow options, extensions up to 6 feet long, an ergonomic grip, and automatic shutoff when the trigger is released, the TurboBlast gives operators serious blow off capability in a package designed specifically for industrial use.
If you have an application where your current air gun just isn’t getting the job done, contact an EXAIR Application Engineer. We can review the material you’re trying to move, the required distance, available compressed air, and your application to help determine which TurboBlast configuration makes the most sense.
Jordan Shouse
Application Engineer
E: JordanShouse@exair.com
O: (513) 671‑3322
F: (513) 671‑3363
A: 11510 Goldcoast Dr Cincinnati OH 45249
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