Description
ATOMFAIR MPBM-(8-12) TOUCHSCREEN PLANETARY BALL MILL PLC LAB GRADERESEARCH GRADE EQUIPMENT
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
Contact our engineering team for technical support or official quotations.
EMAIL: inquiry@atomfair.com
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFair®
|
The mill requires grinding balls to occupy 40% of jar capacity and demands material compatibility between jars, balls, and sample to prevent cross-contamination. Proper operation requires adherence to the user manual for safe program execution and fault alarm response.
- Ball Fill Level: Grinding balls must fill 40% of the jar capacity for effective grinding.
- Material Compatibility: Select jar and ball materials compatible with the target material to avoid cross-contamination.
- Jar Capacity: The mill accommodates jars of 2L or 3L capacity only.
- Grinding Modes: The mill supports dry, wet, and vacuum grinding modes, each requiring appropriate jar sealing and auxiliary equipment.
Load jars with appropriate balls and sample material, then set grinding parameters on the PLC touchscreen. Select the grinding mode and initiate rotation, monitoring the process via real-time display.
Required Equipment: MPBM-(8-12) Touchscreen Planetary Ball Mill, Grinding Jars (2L or 3L), Grinding Balls, PLC Touchscreen Control System
- Verify Material Compatibility
Verify that the jar and ball materials are compatible with the target sample to avoid cross-contamination. - Fill Jars with Balls and Sample
Fill each grinding jar to 40% of its volume with the selected grinding balls and add the sample. - Secure Jars onto Holders
Secure the filled jars onto the jar holders within the mill chamber. - Set Rotation and Timing Parameters
Set the desired rotation speed, timing, and direction (forward/reverse) on the PLC touchscreen. - Select Grinding Mode
Select the grinding mode (dry, wet, or vacuum) using the control system interface. - Start and Monitor Operation
Start the mill and monitor the operation via the real-time display; the fault alarm will trigger on any anomaly.
How does the 0–580 r/min jar rotation speed and 1.5 kW motor of the MPBM-(8-12) affect grinding efficiency for hard ceramic powders compared to higher-speed mini models?
The MPBM-(8-12) operates at a maximum jar rotation speed of 580 r/min with a 1.5 kW motor and a Φ275 mm revolution diameter, which provides sufficient impact and shear energy for standard hard ceramic and electronic material grinding. This is a deliberate trade-off: mini models like the MPBM-0.2 reach 1160 r/min but with only 90 W power and a Φ111 mm revolution diameter, limiting batch capacity and torque for dense powders. The MPBM-(8-12) prioritizes higher torque and larger batch processing (2L or 3L jars) over maximum rotational speed, making it more suitable for consistent, reproducible grinding of materials like alumina, zirconia, and ferrites in research and pilot production.
Can the MPBM-(8-12) planetary ball mill be integrated with existing glovebox or inert atmosphere systems for air-sensitive materials?
The MPBM-(8-12) supports vacuum grinding mode, which allows processing under reduced pressure or inert gas when used with compatible sealed jars, but it is not a dedicated glovebox model. For direct glovebox integration, the MPBM-0.2S Mini Glovebox type is specifically designed with a separate host and control unit. The MPBM-(8-12) can be placed inside a large glovebox if dimensions (900×600×640 mm) and weight (168 kg) are accommodated, but it lacks the split-host design of the MPBM-0.2S. For air-sensitive materials, select vacuum-rated jars and confirm compatibility with your inert atmosphere setup.
What are the infrastructure and safety requirements for operating the MPBM-(8-12) with 2L or 3L grinding jars and media?
The MPBM-(8-12) requires a stable, level surface capable of supporting its 168 kg weight and a standard electrical supply for the 1.5 kW motor. Grinding jars and balls are ordered separately and must be selected to match the target material to avoid cross-contamination—available jar materials include WC-Co, Al₂O₃, Agate, YSZ, SS, PU, Ceramic, and Nylon. The PLC touchscreen system includes password protection, fault alarm monitoring, and power-off memory to enhance operational safety. For wet grinding, ensure proper sealing of jars; for vacuum grinding, use compatible vacuum-rated jars and follow the user manual for safe pressure handling.
The MPBM-(8-12) Touchscreen Planetary Ball Mill integrates a 1.5 kW motor with PLC touchscreen control supporting programmable memory, fault alarm, and bidirectional rotation, enabling reproducible dry, wet, or vacuum grinding for advanced powder processing. Its 0–580 r/min jar speed and 162 mm jar holder accommodate 2L or 3L jars, but jars and media are ordered separately, requiring careful material selection to avoid cross-contamination.
Positive
- PLC touchscreen with program management: The capacitive touch PLC system supports password-protected multi-program editing, storage, recall, real-time monitoring, and automatic fault alarming, ensuring reproducible grinding protocols and enhanced process security.
- Bidirectional rotation with power-off memory: Forward/reverse rotation control with timing and automatic power-off memory retention maintains consistent grinding parameters across experimental campaigns, even after unexpected interruptions.
Trade-offs
- Jars and media ordered separately: Grinding jars and balls are not included with the main unit, requiring additional procurement and careful material compatibility selection to prevent cross-contamination with target samples.
- PLC system requires user manual adherence: The PLC touchscreen control system must be operated strictly according to the user manual to ensure proper program execution and equipment safety, adding a learning curve for new users.
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).
