Jetstream of Houston, LLP has announced a new 40,000-psi model of its 4-in. J-Force pipe cleaning tool. Designed for durability, this self-powered rotating nozzle uses seven jets to clean and clear scale, hard carbon and polymer, sludge or other blockages in pipes with 90-degree bends.
The newest addition nearly doubles the cleaning power of the manufacturer’s 22,000-psi models and is designed for tackling tough blockages. This new J-Force model joins several size options.
This tool operates with minimal maintenance thanks to Jetstream’s patented cartridge-style high-pressure seal design. This technology features permanently lubricated seal bearings to eliminate the need for oil and goes hand in hand with Jetstream’s eddy-current magnetic braking system. The 40,000-psi J-Force includes a replaceable wear ring to protect the body. Operators can replace seals in the field with common hand tools.
“Our customers often say inefficiency is their biggest cost, so we went to work on creating this 40,000-psi model of our popular J-Force tool,” said Jordan Koster, product and marketing manager for Jetstream. “The design and function of the J-Force reduces downtime and enables our customers to complete their jobs in half the time, and now we offer that efficiency for jobs that require higher operating pressures.”
The tool’s performance also lies in the compact design. Each J-Force has just 12 parts plus the nozzle inserts. Jetstream’s patented seal cartridge technology supports the rebuild process.
The J-Force features front, side and rear jets that provide thrust to navigate the tool through the pipes as well as clean and clear blockages. The tool is compatible with industry-standard inlet connections. The newest model, a second version of the 4-in. J-Force, can operate from 23,000 to 40,000 psi (1,500 to 3,000 bar), which delivers a powerful punch in removing buildup for a 360-degree clean. Additionally, Jetstream offers four size options to clean tubes as small as 2 in. (5.08 cm) and as large as 6 in. (15.24 cm) at up to 22,000 psi.
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“Our philosophy at Jetstream has always been to maximize customers’ uptime by developing durable, reliable, and easy-to-use and maintain products,” said Koster. “By allowing our customers to focus on the job over maintaining the tools, our J-Force family delivers exactly that.”
