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while higher flow proportioners use 20,400 watt (20.4 kw)
heaters. This increased power load means you will need a
larger generator to operate the equipment. Your climate
will also play a role in the heaters required, but remember
that regardless of the temperature outside, the liquid in the
drums should maintain a temperature between 65–85° F
(18.3–29.4° C) when you spray.
• Hose Length: Maximum hose lengths will vary between
models, so think about your job requirements before
selecting a model. Smaller electric models max out at 210'
(64.0 m), while hydraulic units max out at 410' (125.0 m).
Modifications can be made by qualified equipment integra-
tors for special circumstances requiring a longer hose.
Hoses can be added at any time, so you don't have to buy
more than you need up front.
• Pressure: Spray foam proportioners typically max out at
2,000 psi (13.8 MPa), which is plenty for all SPF materials.
However this equipment can also be used to spray polyurea
by simply increasing the pressure. This coating is versatile
and has many other applications, including on top of foam
in some roofing systems. As with SPF, it is a two-compo-
nent liquid material consisting of a resin and isocyanate
mixed at a 1:1 volumetric ratio. It does require a little more
pressure to atomize a fan pattern, so the equipment must
be capable of 3,000–3,500 psi (20.7–24.1 MPa). Equipment
manufacturers can put slightly smaller pumps on their
same SPF equipment and yield higher pressures with the
same horsepower. With these units you can spray both SPF
The hose length is another important consideration. Although you should try to predict what length hose your jobs will likely require, hose length
can also be added at any time.
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SPF materials need to be heated, which may also mean considering
a generator. The outside temperature can also affect the heaters.
Despite the temperature outside, the materials should be 65–85° F
(18.3–29.4° C).