PBM-16A SEMI-CIRCULAR PLANETARY BALL MILL 3KW SOIL GRINDER 16LLABORATORY GRADE EQUIPMENT
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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The sealing pressure of the grinding jars must be adjusted using the graduated scale to prevent leakage or damage. Grinding jar and ball materials must be selected to be compatible with the target sample to avoid cross-contamination.
- Sealing Pressure Adjustment: Adjust the sealing pressure via the graduated scale to ensure proper containment of the sample and grinding media.
- Material Compatibility: Select jar and ball materials that are chemically and physically compatible with the target material to prevent contamination of the sample.
- Pre-Operation Manual Review: Consult the user manual for detailed installation, operation, and maintenance instructions prior to first use.
- Grinding Jar and Ball Procurement: Order grinding jars and balls separately, as they are not included with the main unit, and ensure they are properly sized for the machine.
Follow these steps to initialize and operate the PBM-16A ball mill for soil grinding. Proper preparation and mode selection are critical for safe and efficient processing.
Required Equipment: Grinding jar (4 L, ordered separately), Grinding balls (40% jar capacity, ordered separately), Electric screener with sieve set (20-200 mesh, included)
- Adjust Sealing Pressure
Set the grinding jar sealing pressure using the graduated scale to the required level for your sample and grinding media. - Load Grinding Media
Load grinding balls into the jar to approximately 40% of the jar's total volume capacity. - Add Sample Material
Place the soil sample (up to 10 mm feed size) into the jar and ensure the lid is properly sealed. - Select Grinding Mode
Choose the appropriate grinding mode—dry, wet, or vacuum—on the controller based on your sample preparation requirements. - Set Operation Parameters
Set the desired operation duration and enable automatic forward-reverse commutation timing for optimal grinding results. - Assemble the Electric Screener
Assemble the round frame sieves (20 to 200 mesh) and base onto the electric screener for post-grinding particle size analysis.
What is the achievable particle size range for the PBM-16A when grinding soil samples for heavy metal analysis?
The PBM-16A can reduce soil feed particles up to 10 mm down to as fine as 0.1 μm. This is achieved through planetary high-energy impact with adjustable jar sealing pressure and a 3KW motor supporting 48-hour continuous operation.
Which grinding jar materials are recommended for the PBM-16A to avoid cross-contamination in heavy metal soil analysis?
The PBM-16A accepts 4 L jars in materials including WC-Co, Al₂O₃, Agate, YSZ, stainless steel, polyurethane, ceramic, and nylon. For heavy metal analysis, agate (natural SiO₂) or alumina (Al₂O₃) are commonly chosen to minimize metallic contamination. Jars and grinding balls are ordered separately.
What are the power and operational requirements for continuous use of the PBM-16A planetary ball mill?
The PBM-16A requires a 3KW power supply and supports 48-hour continuous full-load operation via its variable frequency controller. It features automatic forward-reverse commutation and timing. The system includes an integrated electric screener with seven layers of 200 mm sieves (20–200 mesh) for post-grinding particle size classification.
The PBM-16A is a semi-circular planetary ball mill purpose-built for soil heavy metal analysis, offering ultrafine grinding down to 0.1 μm, an integrated electric screener with 20–200 mesh sieves, and 48-hour continuous operation at 3 kW, but requires separate purchase of grinding jars and media, and its 205 kg weight demands robust lab infrastructure.
Positive
- Ultrafine Grinding to 0.1 μm: Delivers particle sizes as fine as 0.1 μm from soil feed ≤10 mm, critical for heavy metal analysis in environmental testing.
- Integrated Electric Screener System: Includes a seven-layer 200 mm sieve set (20–200 mesh) with digital display and 1400 rpm vibration, enabling comprehensive particle size distribution analysis without separate equipment.
Trade-offs
- Jars and Media Sold Separately: Grinding jars (4 L each) and balls must be ordered separately, increasing upfront cost and requiring careful material selection to avoid cross-contamination.
- Heavy Unit Requires Robust Installation: The 205 kg net weight and 950×600×710 mm footprint require a sturdy lab bench or floor mounting, and installation guidance is recommended.
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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.
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