Description
Microcomputer Controlled Planetary Ball Mill
Product Introduction
Microcomputer controlled planetary ball mill is equipped with a touch screen control system on the basis of conventional planetary ball mills, which further upgrades the equipment grade and control performance. It is mainly designed for users with higher requirements on equipment quality and operation performance.
Application
Microcomputer controlled planetary ball mill is widely used in geology, mineral resources, metallurgy, electronics, building materials, ceramics, chemical industry, light industry, medicine, environmental protection and other industries.It is suitable for the production of electronic ceramics, structural ceramics, magnetic materials, lithium cobalt oxide, lithium manganate, catalysts, fluorescent powders, long afterglow luminescent powders, rare earth polishing powders, electronic glass powders, fuel cells, zinc oxide varistors, piezoelectric ceramics, nanomaterials, disc ceramic capacitors, MLCC, thermistors (PTC, NTC), dielectric ceramics, alumina ceramics, zirconia ceramics, zinc oxide powders, cobalt oxide powders, Ni-Zn ferrites, Mn-Zn ferrites and other products.
Product Features
The control system adopts branded hardware with powerful functions, including password setting, free programming, storage and call of multiple programs, process monitoring and fault alarm. The touch operation is intuitive, simple and user-friendly, realizing a friendly human-machine interface.
- Touch Screen: Easy to operate with a simple and intuitive interface, supporting forward and reverse rotation control, timing and power-off memory functions.
- Touch Screen PLC Integrated Machine: Flexible capacitive touch control with convenient adjustment, real-time equipment status monitoring, and customizable functions according to customer requirements.
Technical Parameters of Planetary Ball Mill
| No. | Model | Type | Jar Rotation Speed | Inner Diameter of Jar Base (mm) | Motor Power | Orbiting Diameter of Jar (mm) | Overall Dimension (mm) | Net Weight (kg) |
| 1 | XQM-0.2 | Mini Type | 0~1160 | 50 | 90W | Φ111 | 420×260×310 | 25 |
| 2 | XQM-0.2S | Mini Glove Box Type | 0~1160 | 50 | 90W | Φ111 | Equipment: 390×220×270Control Box: 200×180×240 | 29 |
| 3 | XQM-0.4A | Half-Round Type | 0~870 | 80 | 250W | Φ140 | 530×300×360 | 34 |
| 4 | XQM-6 | — | 0~670 | 134 | 0.75KW | Φ234 | 760×470×580 | 100 |
| 5 | XQM-4A | Half-Round Type | 0~670 | 134 | 0.75KW | Φ234 | 760×470×600 | 85 |
| 6 | XQM-(8-12) | — | 0~580 | 162 | 1.5KW | Φ275 | 900×600×640 | 168 |
| 7 | XQM-(8-12)A | Half-Round Type | 0~580 | 162 | 1.5KW | Φ275 | 880×560×642 | 150 |
| 8 | XQM-16A | Half-Round Type | 0~510 | 182 | 3KW | Φ320 | 950×600×710 | 205 |
| 9 | XQM-20 | — | 0~430 | 222 | 4KW | Φ385 | 1200×790×930 | 392 |
| 10 | XQM-40 | — | 0~390 | 250 | 5.5KW | Φ430 | 1400×880×1070 | 656 |
| 11 | XQM-60 | — | 0~260(1:1.5) | 275 | 7.5KW | Φ490 | 1600×1070×1250 | 950 |
| 12 | XQM-100 | — | 0~240(1:1.5) | 326 | 11KW | Φ578 | 1750×1140×1330 | 1300 |
| 13 | XQM-200 | — | 0~215 | 460 | 22KW | Φ738 | 2670×1600×2804 | 2725 |
Supporting Products
We also supply various grinding balls: stainless steel balls, zirconia balls, alumina balls, PU balls, cemented carbide balls, tungsten balls, agate balls, silicon nitride balls, high wear-resistant steel balls, manganese steel balls, nylon balls, glass balls and other special metal material balls.
We also provide grinding jars of various materials: agate, alumina corundum ceramics, zirconia ceramics, silicon nitride ceramics, silicon carbide ceramics, stainless steel, wear-resistant steel, manganese steel, nylon, polyurethane, cemented carbide, crystal glass, etc.
This mill requires electrical supply matching the rated motor power to prevent overload. Vacuum mode operation demands intact jar seals to maintain pressure integrity.
- Electrical Supply Compatibility: Connect the mill to a power source that matches the rated motor power to avoid electrical overload.
- Vacuum Seal Integrity: Inspect all jar seals before vacuum mode operation to ensure proper pressure containment.
Set the milling parameters via the touch screen interface. Select the appropriate mode and load grinding jars before starting the mill.
Required Equipment: Planetary Ball Mill
- Set rotation speed
Set the rotation speed using the touch screen interface. - Configure rotation direction
Configure the forward and reverse rotation parameters as needed. - Set milling duration
Set the milling duration with the timing function. - Enable power-off memory
Activate the power-off memory function to enable automatic resume after interruption. - Select milling mode
Select the milling mode (dry, wet, or vacuum) before loading the grinding jars.
How does the XQM-100's jar rotation speed of 0–240 rpm at a 1:1.5 gear ratio affect milling efficiency compared to smaller XQM models with higher rpm?
The XQM-100's lower maximum jar rotation speed (240 rpm) compared to smaller models like the XQM-0.2 (1160 rpm) is a direct trade-off for its significantly larger jar base diameter (326 mm) and higher motor power (11 kW), which enable pilot-scale batch processing of up to 100 mL nominal capacity. The 1:1.5 planetary gear ratio optimizes impact and friction forces at the larger orbiting diameter (578 mm), ensuring effective comminution for materials such as lithium cobalt oxide and rare earth polishing powders despite the reduced rotational speed.
Which grinding jar materials are compatible with the XQM-100 for dry milling of moisture-sensitive cathode powders like lithium manganate?
For dry milling of moisture-sensitive cathode powders such as lithium manganate, compatible jar materials include zirconia ceramics, alumina ceramics, and agate, as these are explicitly listed in the product's supporting product range and provide inert, low-abrasion surfaces that minimize contamination. The XQM-100's vacuum mode (as stated in the product name) further allows for hermetically sealed operation to prevent moisture ingress during the milling process.
What floor load and power supply infrastructure are required to safely install and operate the XQM-100 planetary ball mill?
The XQM-100 has a net weight of 1300 kg and requires a motor power supply of 11 kW, meaning it demands a reinforced concrete floor capable of supporting at least 1.3 tonnes of static load plus dynamic vibration forces, and a dedicated 3-phase electrical circuit rated for 11 kW continuous draw. Its overall dimensions of 1750×1140×1330 mm also necessitate sufficient clearance for access and vibration isolation mounts.
The Atomfair XQM-100 planetary ball mill is a large-capacity pilot production mill supporting dry, wet, and vacuum grinding modes with a programmable touch screen control system. Its 11 kW motor and 1300 kg mass require substantial infrastructure but enable scalable processing of advanced materials such as battery chemicals and ceramics.
Positive
- Multi-mode grinding capability: Supports dry, wet, and vacuum grinding modes, allowing versatile material processing without additional equipment changes.
- Advanced programmable control: Touch screen PLC with password protection, multi-program storage, and real-time monitoring ensures reproducible and secure operation.
Trade-offs
- Large footprint and heavy weight: At 1300 kg net weight and dimensions of 1750×1140×1330 mm, the mill requires dedicated floor space and structural support.
- High power requirement: The 11 kW motor demands robust electrical infrastructure and contributes to elevated operational energy costs.
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.
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