Description
ATOMFAIR MPBM-40 TOUCHSCREEN PLANETARY BALL MILL PLC LAB GRADERESEARCH GRADE EQUIPMENT
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFair®
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The user must select grinding jar and ball materials chemically compatible with the target material to avoid cross-contamination. The PLC touchscreen control system must be operated according to the user manual for proper program execution and equipment safety.
- Material Compatibility: Select jar and ball materials chemically compatible with the target material to prevent cross-contamination.
- Manual Compliance: Operate the PLC touchscreen control system in strict accordance with the user manual to ensure safe program execution and equipment protection.
This procedure outlines the safe initialization and operation of the MPBM-40 planetary ball mill with PLC touchscreen control. Follow each step sequentially to ensure equipment safety and process reproducibility.
Required Equipment: ATOMFair MPBM-40 planetary ball mill main unit with integrated PLC touchscreen control, Compatible grinding jars (ordered separately), Compatible grinding balls (ordered separately)
- Select compatible materials
Select jar and ball materials chemically compatible with the target material to avoid cross-contamination. - Fill jars to proper capacity
Fill each grinding jar to 40% of its capacity with grinding balls and the material to be processed. - Configure PLC parameters
Set rotation speed, time, and direction mode on the PLC touchscreen using the program editing function. - Select grinding mode
Choose the appropriate grinding mode (dry, wet, or vacuum) based on the material properties and experimental requirements. - Start and monitor grinding
Start the grinding cycle and monitor the operation via the real-time display and automatic fault alarm system.
Given the MPBM-40's 5.5 kW motor and 656 kg mass, does the 0–390 rpm jar rotation speed prioritize throughput over impact energy for high-energy milling?
Yes, the MPBM-40 is designed for high-throughput production milling rather than maximum impact energy per revolution. The 5.5 kW motor drives a 430 mm revolution diameter and 250 mm jar holder inner diameter, accommodating four 10L jars. The lower rotational speed range (0–390 rpm) reflects the larger jar volume and mass, trading off peak centrifugal acceleration for batch capacity and reduced mechanical stress on components.
Which jar and ball material combinations are compatible with the MPBM-40 for vacuum grinding of oxide ceramics without cross-contamination?
For vacuum grinding of oxide ceramics, compatible jar materials include Al₂O₃ (95% alumina), YSZ (yttria-stabilized zirconia), and agate (natural SiO₂) to avoid metallic contamination. Compatible grinding ball materials are Al₂O₃, YSZ, and agate. The MPBM-40 supports vacuum grinding mode, and the important notice advises selecting jar and ball materials compatible with the target material to prevent cross-contamination.
What electrical and spatial infrastructure is required for installing the MPBM-40, and what safety features prevent operational errors?
The MPBM-40 requires a floor area of at least 1400 × 880 mm with additional clearance for operation and maintenance, supports 656 kg weight, and needs a dedicated electrical supply for a 5.5 kW motor. The PLC touchscreen control system includes password-protected access, multi-program editing with storage and recall, real-time monitoring, automatic fault alarming, and bidirectional rotation with power-off memory to prevent protocol loss and ensure safe operation.
The ATOMFair MPBM-40 is a 5.5 kW research-grade planetary ball mill with PLC touchscreen control, bidirectional rotation with power-off memory, and support for dry, wet, and vacuum grinding, suited for advanced ceramic and magnetic material processing at lab scale.
Positive
- PLC touchscreen with program security: The integrated PLC capacitive touch system enables multi-program editing, storage, recall, real-time monitoring, and automatic fault alarming, ensuring reproducible grinding protocols and operational safety.
- Bidirectional rotation and power-off memory: Forward/reverse rotation control with precise timing and automatic parameter retention after power interruption provides consistent grinding conditions across experimental campaigns.
Trade-offs
- Jars and media purchased separately: Grinding jars and balls are not included with the main unit; buyers must independently select compatible materials from the available list (WC-Co, Al₂O₃, Agate, YSZ, SS, etc.) to prevent cross-contamination.
- Large footprint and high mass: At 656 kg net weight and 1400 × 880 × 1070 mm dimensions, the MPBM-40 requires dedicated floor space and lifting equipment for installation, limiting placement flexibility in smaller laboratories.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
