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Nordson EFD: High Performance, Low Cost Nozzles

By Jacob Milovancev / October 25, 2023 / Estimated read time 3 minutes
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Nordson EFD nozzles launched

Voltera is excited to announce that we’ve added Nordson EFD straight barrel nozzles to our online store in four different sizes: 100, 150, 200, 250 μm. These disposable stainless steel nozzles can improve dispensing with lower viscosity fluids and inks on V-One and NOVA, but are not recommended for use with solder paste. 

Not sure which nozzle you need? Your application and material will dictate which is right for you. For help choosing the correct nozzle, see How to choose a nozzle below.

Benefits of Nordson EFD nozzles

Nozzles (or dispensing tips) direct the flow of material as it exits the cartridge onto your substrate. They are a critical component of the dispensing system and control many aspects of the quality of your output. The Nordson EFD nozzles new to our store offer a wide range of benefits:

  • Versatile fluid handling: These nozzles are designed to handle a wide range of assembly fluids.
  • Precise and consistent depositing: Their burr-free passivated stainless steel tubing allows for precise and consistent fluid depositing, making these nozzles suitable for lower viscosity materials.
  • Leak-proof design: Their polypropylene SafetyLok™ hubs prevent leakage and ensure drip-free dispensing.
  • Cost-efficiency: At a more economical price point than Subrex nozzles, these will reduce consumable costs while still achieving high quality dispensing.

While we now offer these Nordson EFD nozzles in our store, you can still find other nozzles there as well, including Voltera disposable and Subrex metal nozzles.

Voltera disposable nozzles

Disposable nozzles serve a cost effective purpose — minimizing ink volume and maximizing flow. They can also be a suitable option if you find your metal Subrex nozzles are clogging or breaking frequently. 

Subrex precision nozzles

These precision nozzles provide excellent resolution and more accurate dispensing of ink and solder paste but are more expensive and fragile than other nozzles. The enhanced performance comes from a tapered design and a thinner wall to improve flow performance with high viscosity materials and reduce spread at the target location. 

How to choose a nozzle

This table gives you a brief overview of the types of nozzles we carry as well as their printer and fluid compatibility:

Brand Size Material Printer* Fluid compatibility*
Nordson EFD 100 µm, 32 gauge (yellow) Stainless steel NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3
Nordson EFD 150 µm, 30 gauge (lavender) Stainless steel NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3
Nordson EFD 200 µm, 27 gauge (clear) Stainless steel V-One, NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3
Nordson EFD 250 µm, 25 gauge (red) Stainless steel V-One, NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3 | T4 solder paste
Voltera 230 µm (clear) Polypropylene V-One, NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3 | T4 solder paste | T5 solder paste
Subrex 100 µm (orange) Nickel silver NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3
Subrex 150 µm (blue) Nickel silver V-One, NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3
Subrex 225 µm (black) Nickel silver V-One, NOVA ACI FS0142 | Conductor 3 | T4 solder paste | T5 solder paste

* Please note: Nozzles can be used with materials and printers not currently stocked in the Voltera online store. 

Still not sure which nozzle you need? We’ve put together documentation that will help you choose the right nozzle for your project. 

How to choose a nozzle

If you have questions about material or nozzle compatibility, we can help! Please contact us at hello@voltera.io.

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