Setup Optimization Asset
Official BLAST APEX Site Setup Guide for optimizing pot-to-nozzle distances.
Download PDF Setup GuidePSI Loss per 15 Meters (at 100 PSI)
| Hose ID | #4 Nozzle | #6 Nozzle | #8 Nozzle |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 mm (3/4") | 3.5 PSI Loss | 11.0 PSI Loss | CRITICAL DROP |
| 25 mm (1") | 1.5 PSI Loss | 4.5 PSI Loss | 9.5 PSI Loss |
| 32 mm (1-1/4") | 0.5 PSI Loss | 1.5 PSI Loss | 3.0 PSI Loss |
| 38 mm (1-1/2") | Negligible | 0.5 PSI Loss | 1.5 PSI Loss |
Friction & ID Logic
Air power is lost through friction against the hose wall. An undersized hose (e.g. 19mm with a #6 nozzle) forces high-velocity air into a restricted space, creating turbulence and extreme pressure drop. For technical shipyard runs exceeding 30 meters, switching to a **32mm ID** hose is mandatory to maintain 100 PSI at the nozzle tip.
Setup Configurations
- Shipyards: 32mm ID (Long-Run Efficiency)
- Fabrication: 25mm ID (Standard High-Flow)
- Restoration: 19mm ID (High-Flex Control)