The Graco 255661 Kit, Platen, 30 Gal, EPDM is a replacement follower plate assembly designed for use with Graco ram-mounted bulk material supply systems. This platen helps maintain consistent material flow, reduces air entrapment, and improves pump priming performance when dispensing medium- to high-viscosity materials from 30-gallon drums.
Compatible Machines
The Graco 255661 platen kit is commonly used with the following Graco systems configured for 30-gallon drums:
- Graco Therm-O-Flow® 30 Gallon Ram Systems
- Graco Check-Mate® Ram Packages utilizing 30-gallon containers
- Graco Dura-Flo® Ram-Mounted Pump Systems configured for 30-gallon drums
- Graco XP Proportioning Systems with compatible 30-gallon supply rams
- Graco XP-hf High-Flow Proportioning Systems using 30-gallon material drums
- Other Graco bulk material handling and dispensing systems designed for 30-gallon drums and EPDM follower plates
Product Features
| Part Number | 255661 |
| Product Type | Platen Kit / Follower Plate Assembly |
| Drum Capacity | 30 Gallons (114 Litres) |
| Seal Material | EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) |
| Application | Bulk material transfer and dispensing systems |
| Function | Maintains material contact, improves pump priming, and minimizes air inclusion during dispensing |
Benefits of the Graco 255661 Platen Kit
- Supports efficient material transfer from 30-gallon drums.
- Helps reduce trapped air within dispensing systems.
- Provides consistent pressure on material as drum levels decrease.
- Assists in maximizing material usage and reducing waste.
- Designed to integrate with compatible Graco ram supply equipment.
- EPDM sealing material offers compatibility with a variety of water-based and industrial materials.
Applications
The Graco 255661 Kit, Platen, 30 Gal, EPDM is commonly used in industrial dispensing operations involving sealants, adhesives, coatings, mastics, and other medium- to high-viscosity materials where controlled and reliable material delivery is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a replacement 30-gallon follower plate assembly designed for Graco ram supply systems. The platen helps move material efficiently toward the pump while reducing air entrapment.
This platen kit is designed specifically for 30-gallon (114-litre) drum applications.
The EPDM seal helps create an effective seal between the platen and drum wall while offering compatibility with many water-based and industrial materials.
Compatibility should be verified using your equipment model number, drum size, and seal material requirements to ensure proper fit and performance.
