Foamers Seals
A foam cannon is a device used to foam a cleaning solution and create thick foam to thoroughly clean and wash the body of a car, motorcycle, trailer, or the interior of a truck's cargo area.
What is a Foam Cannon?
A foam cannon is an accessory that turns concentrated soap into thick foam, which is applied to the cleaned surface using pressure.
Like any device, a foam cannon requires maintenance and, if necessary, the replacement of parts when they wear out.
Types and Construction
A foam cannon consists of several key components, including:
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Special tank: This is the container into which cleaning agents (e.g., shampoo) or active foam are added.
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Nozzle assembly: The nozzle controls the flow and amount of foam sprayed.
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Pressure washer connectors: This part attaches the foam cannon to the pressure washer, ensuring a steady water flow with no leaks.
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Adjustment knobs: These elements affect the foam density and allow you to control the air-to-water ratio.
Several types of foam cannons are available on the market, differing in how they generate pressure:
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Manual foam cannon: Pressure is manually created in the tank using a piston located at the top.
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Foam cannon for pressure washers: Foam is generated by the pressure of the water stream; it requires connection to a gun or extension lance.
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Pneumatic foam cannon: Foam is generated by compressed air; it may require connection to a compressor.
How Does a Foam Cannon Work?
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Prepare the soap and water mixture in the right proportions.
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After adding soap to the tank, connect the device to the lance of the pressure washer.
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The pressure washer's water and the soap from the tank create a washing mixture. The mixture is pressurized and released through the nozzle. Use the adjustment knob to set the foam density.
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Aim the foam cannon at the surface you want to clean and begin spraying.
When the foam cannon is connected to the pressure washer, thick foam is generated by mixing soap and water under high pressure. This method allows you to cover the vehicle surface much more efficiently and in less time than traditional methods (e.g., using a bucket of soapy water and a sponge).
Benefits of Using a Foam Cannon
Here are some of the exceptional benefits of using a foam cannon:
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Helps remove dirt: The thick foam penetrates every tiny crevice, surrounds and softens the dirt, lifts it, and makes rinsing easier while minimizing the risk of paint damage.
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Speeds up the car washing process: It's faster than traditional methods, including hand washing with a sponge.
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Reduces water usage: The thick foam effectively removes dirt, allowing faster washing and easier rinsing.
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Reduces detergent usage: The foam cannon uses a small amount of soap to thoroughly cover the surface and clean the vehicle.
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Gentle on paint: The device provides a touchless wash, minimizing the risk of paint damage.
What Can Be Cleaned with a Foam Cannon? - Versatile Applications
A foam cannon can be used to clean many surfaces and items, such as:
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Cars
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Motorcycles
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Bicycles
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Trailers
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Interior of delivery truck cargo areas
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Stairs
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Garden furniture
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Driveways
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Terraces
High-Quality Rubber Seals for Foam Cannons Available at Power Rubber Store
At Power Rubber, we offer high-performance rubber O-rings for pressure washer nozzles, preventing constant water leaks, loss of maximum pressure, and unnecessary water usage, which helps reduce associated costs.
Due to the extreme working conditions, foam cannons require special rubber seals known for their pressure resistance and exceptional chemical resistance to aggressive cleaning agents. Our O-rings are also ideal for steam applications. They do not degrade due to weather conditions or ozone. The product can be used with car washing detergents, liquid waxes, disinfectants, and glass cleaning agents.
Browse Our Wide Range of Rubber O-Rings for Foam Cannons
To place an order for high-performance seals or learn more, please contact us at +48 22 292 40 24 or +48 50 516 03 03, via email (Power@PowerRubber.com), or through our contact form.
