GEN4™ Ion Air Cannon™ – flow of ionized air removes static and dust!

GEN4 Ion Air Cannon

What Is A GEN4 Ion Air Cannon?

EXAIR’s GEN4 Ion Air Cannon neutralizes static electricity and cleans at distances up to 15 feet (4.6m) with no moving parts. It is ideal for those hard to reach spaces or confined areas that require a concentrated flow of static eliminating ions. With an optional pressure regulator, the air volume and velocity are infinitely adjustable over a wide range, for light to heavy duty applications.

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Ion Air Cannon removes static from plastic sheets

The Model 7292 GEN4 Ion Air Cannon System
eliminates the static from plastic sheets to
help them separate.

Why The GEN4 Ion Air Cannon?

The GEN4 Ion Air Cannon will maximize ionized airflow while minimizing compressed air consumption. A small amount of compressed air is used to entrain a high volume flow of surrounding air. This combined stream is ionized by an emitter point (shockless) and delivered to the charged surface. A hose or tube can be connected to the air intake of the GEN4 Ion Air Cannon to draw quality air from another area. It requires only 10 PSIG (0.7 BAR) for most applications.

The compact design saves bench space and allows mounting in confined areas. The sturdy stand is pre-drilled and can be wall, bench or machine mounted. It incorporates a swivel adjustment for directing the airflow.

How The GEN4 Ion Air Cannon Works

Ion Air Cannon entfernt statische Elektrizität

The GEN4 Ion Air Cannon incorporates a Super Air Amplifier* and ionizing collar, energized by a power supply. A small amount of compressed air is injected into the barrel of the cannon (1) inducing a high volume flow of surrounding air to flow through it (2). An emitter point at the discharge end of the cannon (3) ionizes the entire airstream. The result is a high volume, conical flow of ionized air (4) capable of eliminating static and cleaning at distances up to 15 feet (4.6m). Because more than 90% of the ionized air is induced, the GEN4 Ion Air Cannon produces maximum airflow at minimum air consumption.

*Patent #5402938

  • Bag opening – form and fill
  • Clean and neutralize 3D parts
  • Neutralizing shrink wrap
  • Cleaning molded parts
  • Removing static on electronic assemblies
  • Pre-paint dust removal
  • Neutralizing slitting operations
  • Package cleaning
  • Container neutralization
Ion Air Cannon System eliminates static

The Model 8192 GEN4 Ion Air Cannon System
eliminates static and dust from speedometer
clusters prior to assembly.

  • Low air consumption
  • Rapid static decay
  • Quiet
  • Effective up to 15′ (4.6m)
  • Shockless, non-radioactive
  • Compact, rugged, easy to install
  • Intake can be ducted
  • No moving parts – low maintenance
  • Variable force and flow

Pressure Supply Air Consumption Sound Level Dissipates 5kV*
PSIG BAR SLPM dBA Seconds
20 1,4 161 58 0,75
40 2,8 255 64 0,6
60 4,1 345 70 0,5
80 5,5 439 72 0,43
100 6,9 529 74 0,37
* 12″ (305mm) from target

Ion Air Cannon Dimensions

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Exair GEN4 Ion Air Cannon

Model Description
8192 Ion Air Cannon includes GEN4 Super Air Amplifier, Emitter, Stand, and 5′ (1.5m) length of shielded cable

Accessories and Components

Model Description
7960 Power Supply Only (115V, 50/60 Hz or 230V, 50/60 Hz), 2 Outlets
7961 Power Supply Only (115V, 50/60 Hz or 230V, 50/60 Hz), 4 Outlets
7902 Extension Cable, 5′ (1.52m) length
7905 Static Meter

» GEN4 Ion Air Cannon (PDF)
» GEN4 7960 Power Supply – 2 Outlets (PDF)
» GEN4 7961 Power Supply – 4 Outlets (PDF)

» Case History Nr.102

EXAIR’s EFC is an electronic flow control that dramatically reduces compressed air costs by turning off the compressed air when no part is present. This minimizes compressed air use for blow off, drying, cooling, conveying and static elimination operations. The EFC combines a photoelectric sensor with a timing control that limits compressed air use by turning it off when no part is present. Visit the EFC page for more information.

EXAIR GEN4 Model 7960 or 7961 Power Supplies (5 kV) is required for operation.

For use with 5 kVrms, 5 milliamperes (max.) power supply, Model 7960 (115V or 230V – selectable Voltage), 2 outlets. Power Supplies are UL Listed to U.S. and Canadian safety standards.

For use with 5 kVrms, 5 milliamperes (max.) power supply, Model 7961 (115V or 230V – selectable Voltage), 4 outlets. Power Supplies are UL Listed to U.S. and Canadian safety standards.