Film Applicators / Automatic Film Drawdown Applicators

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Film Applicators

Film drawdown applicators (also known as film applicators) are essential tools for the controlled application of coatings, paints, lacquers, adhesives, or functional layers onto a wide range of substrates. They are used wherever reproducible film thicknesses and uniform surfaces are critical—in laboratories, quality control, as well as research and industrial development.

With film drawdown applicators from Schnettler Technologies, coatings can be applied precisely to materials such as metal, plastic, glass, or paper—reliably, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant standards.

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What are film drawdown applicators used for?

Typical application areas include, among others:

  • Development and testing of lacquers, paints, and coatings
  • Quality control and comparative testing
  • Research & Development (R&D)
  • Industrial surface testing
  • Preparation of defined test films in accordance with standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM)

Thanks to precisely defined gap heights, film drawdown applicators enable consistent film thicknesses—an essential prerequisite for valid test results.

Your benefits at a glance

  • High precision & repeatability
  • Suitable for manual and automated applications
  • Robust, durable industrial-grade quality
  • Ideal for laboratory, production, and testing environments
  • Compatible with international test standards

Whether for simple test series or demanding development processes, film drawdown applicators ensure maximum process reliability.

Purchase-relevant information for decision-makers

When choosing a film drawdown applicator, several factors matter: the required film thickness, substrate size, the material of the drawdown bar/blade, and the desired level of automation. Schnettler Technologies offers tailored solutions—from compact entry-level models to professional systems designed for continuous industrial use.

We’ll be happy to advise you in selecting the right film applicator for your application.