Weller KDS16TNP Dispensing Needle 16 Gauge 0.048 in Id 50 Pack

Product Description

The WELLER KDS16TNP is a tapered tip dispensing needle designed for precision solder paste, flux, and adhesive dispensing in electronics assembly and rework applications. Built from plastic with a gray color coding that identifies 16 gauge sizing, this needle features an inside diameter of 0.048 inches and a tip length of 1.25 inches, giving technicians reliable flow control for fine-pitch work. The tapered tip profile reduces backpressure and supports consistent bead deposition. Each package contains 50 needles, making it practical for bench stock at production facilities or field service kits. Licensed soldering technicians and electronics assembly professionals are the primary users of this consumable.

This dispensing needle is suited for use with standard luer-lock syringe barrels common in SMT solder paste dispensing, flux application, and adhesive bonding workflows. It fits residential and commercial electronics assembly benches alike, and is commonly paired with manual or pneumatic dispensing systems. The 16 gauge sizing is appropriate for medium-viscosity materials where a balance between flow rate and placement precision is required. Packaged in a quantity of 50, this item is intended for shops that cycle through tips regularly during production or repair operations.

Key Features

• 16 gauge tapered tip needle with 0.048 inch inside diameter for controlled material flow
• Tip length of 1.25 inches allows access to tight board-level placements
• Gray color coding provides quick gauge identification at the bench
• Plastic construction is compatible with common solder pastes, fluxes, and adhesives
• Pack of 50 needles supports high-rotation consumable stocking
• Tapered tip profile minimizes backpressure during dispensing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement consumable for standard luer-lock dispensing syringes used in electronics soldering and fluid dispensing applications.

Installation Notes

Dispensing needles of this type are installed and replaced by electronics assembly technicians and bench repair professionals. Ensure the dispensing syringe barrel is depressurized before swapping tips to prevent unintended material discharge. Dispose of used needles according to facility waste-handling procedures for chemically contaminated sharps. Do not attempt to clean and reuse needles, as residual material can block the 0.048 inch bore and compromise dispensing accuracy.