Description
Albion R5 is a manual Viper Line ratchet cartridge gun for 1/10 gallon sealant and adhesive cartridges. It is a basic, economical dispensing tool for lighter shop, field, paint, hardware, and general maintenance jobs where a simple manual gun is the right fit. For compatible dispensing accessories and related tools, browse Chemical Concepts dispensers, mixers, and nozzles. The tool is made by Albion Engineering.
Albion R5 Tool Fit
Albion lists the R5 as a 1/10 gallon manual Viper Line ratchet cartridge gun with a 5:1 drive. The manufacturer page also lists a metal half-barrel carriage, manual drive, 40 psi pressure, 125 lbf thrust, and a 12 x 8 x 2 inch package profile. Those details point to a light-duty dispensing role for standard cartridge work rather than high-viscosity materials that need a higher thrust ratio.
Albion R5 Jobsite Use
The Viper Line description calls these basic guns designed for simple jobs, with added engineering and quality control. The R5 uses a cradle style barrel and ratchet action, making it a sensible choice for crews that need a low-cost cartridge gun for silicones, acrylics, light sealants, and compatible adhesives. It is also useful as a backup gun in installation kits or mobile service vehicles.
Selection Notes
Manual ratchet guns are straightforward to store, stage, and replace across a crew. The tradeoff is that they depend on hand force and cartridge condition, so they should be matched to material viscosity, bead size, and job duration. For repeat production, cold materials, or thick construction adhesives, consider a higher-thrust manual tool or a powered dispenser.
Buying Guidance
Select this SKU when the application uses 1/10 gallon cartridges and does not require high thrust. If the material is thick, cold, or difficult to dispense, a higher-ratio Albion gun may be a better match. For help choosing between Viper, B-Line, pneumatic, and cartridge sizes, contact Chemical Concepts at (800) 220-1966 or [email protected].
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