Nordson A16A Compatible Parts Guide: Meets OEM Specs at Competitive Prices

The Nordson A16A inside stripe gun is a critical component in three-piece can manufacturing, designed to coat welded seams with precision. Keeping these guns operational requires regular replacement of seals, O-rings, and other wear components. With OEM parts often expensive and subject to long lead times, many operations are turning to high-quality compatible alternatives that meet original specifications while offering significant cost savings.

Critical Replacement Parts & Compatible Alternatives

Seal Cartridge Assembly (OEM: 112150)
Viton Extreme O-Ring (OEM: 945080)
Buna-N O-Rings (OEM: 940052)
PTFE O-Rings (OEM: 940053)
Needle with Piston Kit (OEM: 272290)
Compression Spring (OEM: 152934)

Our compatible alternative meets identical dimensional and material specifications

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Troubleshooting Guide: When to Replace Parts

Problem	Likely Cause	Compatible Part Solution
Gun fails to trigger	Air line leaks, blocked passages	Replace manifold O-rings (940052, 940053)
No flow from nozzle	Blocked nozzle, no system pressure	Check seat assembly O-ring (945080)
Gun won't shut off	Fluid pressure exceeds rating	Replace needle/piston kit (272290)
Fluid spitting	Air in system, worn needle/seat	Replace seal cartridge (112150) + needle kit
Leaking at fittings	Loose connections, worn seals	Replace tube fitting O-rings
Body-to-manifold leak	Worn manifold seals	Replace O-ring set (940052/940053)
Weep hole leakage	Critical: Worn seal cartridge	Immediate replacement required

Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Daily: External cleaning, visual leak inspection
Weekly: Air filter drainage, pressure gauge verification
Monthly: Complete seal inspection, spray pattern check
Quarterly: Full disassembly, seal replacement as needed
Annually: Complete rebuild with all seals and wear components

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Conclusion

Maintaining Nordson A16A inside stripe guns doesn't have to strain your maintenance budget. Our compatible parts offer the same performance, reliability, and chemical resistance as OEM components while providing substantial cost savings and improved availability.

With proper preventive maintenance using high-quality compatible parts, your A16A guns can maintain peak performance while reducing total cost of ownership by 30-40%. Contact us at xhh@xhh-smartech.com to discuss your specific requirements and develop a custom maintenance program tailored to your operation.

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