AF Hollow Cone Nozzle | Detachable Cap
- Uniform hollow cone spray pattern
- Wide pressure operating range
- Replaceable deflector cap for easy maintenance
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction
- Multiple flow capacities available
- Easy installation with standard BSPT/NPT threads
Product Overview:
CYCO AF Series Hollow Cone Nozzle is a stainless steel spray nozzle that uses a detachable reflection cap to produce a ring-shaped hollow cone spray with small to medium droplets.
By swapping the reflection cap, the same nozzle body delivers three spray angles — 120°, 150°, or 180° — at 0.7 bar (10 psi), without changing the inlet connector.
Available in 1/8″, 1/4″, and 3/8″ NPT or BSPT male threads, the AF Series covers a flow rate range from 1.1 to 60 L/min across 12 flow codes. It is suitable for chemical treatment, gas washing, metal treating, and spray cooling applications.
How the Reflection Cap System Works:
Unlike fixed-angle hollow cone nozzles, the AF Series separates the nozzle body from the reflection cap.
Liquid exits the orifice and strikes the underside of the cap, which redirects it into a ring-shaped spray. Because the cap, not the orifice, sets the spray angle, AF spray nozzle body can be reconfigured for 120°, 150°, or 180° coverage simply by swapping the cap, without disturbing the pipe connection.
This is especially useful when a process line needs to test different coverage widths or when spare parts need to cover multiple spray angle requirements with fewer SKUs.
Key Features:
- Corrosion Resistant
Available in high-quality stainless steel materials for long service life in corrosive environments.
- Detachable Reflection Cap
The spray cap is field-interchangeable and fits 1/8″ to 3/8″ NPT or BSPT male threads, letting you change the spray angle without replacing the whole nozzle.
- Three Selectable Spray Angles
At 0.7 bar (10 psi), the reflection cap determines a fixed 120°, 150°, or 180° included spray angle for the ring-shaped impact area.
- Wide Operating Pressure Range
Rated from 0.4 bar to 7 bar, the AF Series maintains uniform droplet distribution across low- and medium-pressure systems.
- 12 Flow Code Options
Flow codes from 0.37 to 5 give flow rates between 1.1 L/min and 60 L/min, so the AF Series can be matched precisely to your process requirement.
- Small to Medium Droplet Size
The hollow cone spray concentrates liquid into fine droplets around the outer ring, improving atomization for gas-liquid contact applications.
- Standard Thread Connections
Available with BSPT and NPT male threads for easy integration into existing spray systems.
Technical Specifications:
Specification | Detail |
Model No. | AF Series |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Spray Pattern | Hollow cone (ring-shaped impact area) |
Spray Angle | 120°, 150°, 180° (at 0.7 bar / 10 psi, set by reflection cap) |
Droplet Size | Small to medium |
Thread Size | 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″ |
Thread Type | NPT or BSPT, male |
Reflection Cap | Detachable, interchangeable |
Operating Pressure | 0.4 – 7 bar |
Flow Rate Range | 1.1 – 60 L/min (across 14 flow codes) |
Net Weight | 0.02 kg (1/8″) / 0.03 kg (1/4″) / 0.08 kg (3/8″) |
Performance Data — Flow Rate by Pressure:
The table below lists flow rate (L/min) at seven pressure points from 0.4 bar to 7 bar, organized by inlet connector size and flow code. Use it to match the AF Series to your required flow rate at your system’s operating pressure.
| Inlet Connector NPT or BSPT (Male) | Flow Code | Flow Rate (L/min) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 bar | 0.7 bar | 1.5 bar | 3 bar | 4 bar | 6 bar | 7 bar | ||
| 1/8 | 0.37 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 2.1 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 4.2 | 4.5 |
| 0.5 | 1.4 | 1.9 | 2.8 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 6.0 | |
| 0.75 | 2.2 | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.9 | 6.8 | 8.4 | 9.0 | |
| 1/4 | 1 | 2.9 | 3.8 | 5.6 | 7.9 | 9.1 | 11.2 | 12.1 |
| 1.5 | 4.3 | 5.7 | 8.3 | 11.8 | 13.7 | 16.8 | 18.1 | |
| 2 | 5.8 | 7.7 | 11.2 | 15.8 | 18.2 | 22 | 24 | |
| 2.5 | 7.2 | 9.5 | 13.9 | 19.7 | 23 | 28 | 30 | |
| 3/8 | 3 | 8.8 | 11.6 | 17.0 | 24 | 27 | 34 | 36 |
| 3.5 | 10.4 | 13.7 | 20 | 28 | 32 | 39 | 42 | |
| 4 | 11.9 | 15.7 | 23 | 32 | 36 | 45 | 48 | |
| 4.5 | 12.9 | 17.1 | 25 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 54 | |
| 5 | 14.4 | 19.1 | 28 | 39 | 46 | 56 | 60 | |
Size and Weight:
Note: Ø dimensions refer to hexagonal flat-to-flat measurements for A and B; C is the overall installed length. Weight is for reference only.
How to Order:
AF – Thread – Material – Flow Code – Spray Angle
Example:
AF / 1/4 / SS / 1 / 120
– AF — Model series
– 1/4 — Thread size (1/8″, 1/4″, or 3/8″ NPT/BSPT male)
– SS — Material (Stainless Steel)
– 1 — Flow code (see Performance Data table for flow rate)
– 120 — Spray angle (120°, 150°, or 180°)
Applications:
AF Series Hollow Cone Nozzle is widely used across industrial spraying systems, including:
- Chemical Treatment — uniform hollow cone spray for reaction vessels and neutralization tanks
- Gas Washing, Cleaning and Cooling — fine ring-pattern droplets improve gas-liquid contact for scrubbing and conditioning
- Metal Treatment — pickling, phosphating, and rinsing lines
- Product Degreasing — low-pressure spray for parts cleaning
- Spray Cooling — even droplet distribution across annular impact area
FAQs
Q1: What spray angles does the AF Series hollow cone nozzle offer?
The AF Series offers 120°, 150°, and 180° spray angles at 0.7 bar (10 psi), selected by changing the detachable reflection cap.
Q2: Can the AF Series reflection cap be replaced without removing the nozzle body?
Yes. The cap is detachable and fits 1/8″ to 3/8″ NPT or BSPT male threads, allowing the spray angle to be adjusted without disconnecting the nozzle from the pipe.
Q3: What is the flow rate range for the AF Series?
Depending on the flow code (0.37 to 5) and inlet size (1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″), flow rate ranges from 1.1 L/min at 0.4 bar up to 60 L/min at 7 bar.
Q4: What material is the AF Series made of?
The AF series is manufactured in stainless steel for corrosion resistance in chemical, gas washing, and metal treatment environments.
Q5: What is the difference between the AF Series and other CYCO hollow cone nozzles?
AF hollow cone nozzle has a detachable, interchangeable reflection cap to switch between three spray angles on one nozzle body. Other CYCO hollow cone series, such as the AA Series, use a fixed whirl-chamber design with a set spray angle.
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