Description
ATOMFAIR MPBM-6 TOUCHSCREEN PLANETARY BALL MILL PLC LAB GRADERESEARCH GRADE EQUIPMENT
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFair®
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The MPBM-6 must be operated on a stable, level surface with adequate electrical supply for the 0.75 kW motor. Grinding jars must be filled with media to approximately 40% capacity to prevent motor overload and jar damage.
- Material Compatibility Constraint: Select jar and ball materials compatible with the target material to avoid cross-contamination and chemical reaction.
- Vacuum Grinding Sealing Requirement: Verify that jar lids are properly sealed and vacuum-rated before initiating vacuum grinding mode.
- Electrical Safety Requirement: Ensure the power supply matches the motor rating and that the unit is grounded according to local electrical codes.
- Operational Monitoring: Monitor real-time operation via the PLC touchscreen and respond immediately to automatic fault alarms.
This procedure covers the initial setup and operation of the MPBM-6 for dry, wet, or vacuum grinding. Always consult the user manual for detailed safety and maintenance instructions before first use.
Required Equipment: MPBM-6 main grinding unit, Grinding jars (ordered separately), Grinding balls (ordered separately)
- Inspect and position the unit
Inspect the MPBM-6 for any shipping damage and place it on a stable, level workbench with clear access to the power outlet. - Prepare grinding jars and media
Fill each jar to approximately 40% capacity with grinding balls and the material to be ground, then securely fasten the jar lid. - Install jars into the mill
Mount the filled jars into the jar holders, ensuring they are evenly balanced and locked in place. - Set grinding parameters via touchscreen
Using the PLC touchscreen, set the desired rotation speed, grinding time, rotation direction, and grinding mode (dry, wet, or vacuum). - Start and monitor the grinding cycle
Initiate the grinding cycle and monitor the operation through the real-time display; respond to any fault alarms immediately. - Stop and retrieve samples
Allow the mill to come to a complete stop before opening the lid and carefully removing the jars.
What is the maximum jar capacity and compatible jar materials for the MPBM-6 to avoid cross-contamination during high-purity grinding?
The MPBM-6 accommodates four 1.5 L grinding jars with a 134 mm jar holder inner diameter. Compatible jar materials include WC-Co, Al₂O₃, Agate, YSZ, SS, PU, Ceramic, and Nylon, each ordered separately. To avoid cross-contamination, select a jar material that matches or is chemically inert relative to your target powder; for example, use Agate (natural SiO₂) for zero-metal analysis or YSZ for wear-resistant, low-contamination milling of advanced ceramics.
Can the MPBM-6 maintain grinding protocol reproducibility after an unplanned power interruption?
Yes, the MPBM-6 features power-off memory retention that automatically saves operational parameters upon power interruption and restores them when power resumes. This ensures consistent grinding protocols across experimental campaigns without manual re-entry. The bidirectional rotation control with timing functions further supports reproducible dry, wet, or vacuum grinding modes.
What are the infrastructure requirements for installing the MPBM-6 in a standard laboratory?
The MPBM-6 requires a 0.75 kW electrical supply and a footprint of 760 × 470 × 580 mm with a net weight of 100 kg. It supports three grinding modes—dry, wet, and vacuum—so a vacuum pump connection may be needed for vacuum grinding. The PLC touchscreen control system with capacitive sensitivity should be operated per the user manual to ensure proper program execution and equipment safety.
The MPBM-6 is a standard research-grade planetary ball mill with a 0.75 kW motor, 0-670 r/min jar speed, and PLC touchscreen control supporting dry, wet, and vacuum grinding. Its bidirectional rotation and program memory ensure reproducibility, but grinding jars and media are not included in the base configuration, necessitating separate purchase and material compatibility assessment.
Positive
- PLC touchscreen with program management and fault alarm: Integrated capacitive touch PLC enables password-protected multi-program editing, storage, recall, real-time monitoring, and automatic fault alarming, ensuring reproducible and secure grinding protocols.
- Bidirectional rotation with power-off memory: Forward/reverse rotation control with timing and power-off memory functions maintains consistent grinding parameters across campaigns, even after unexpected power interruption.
Trade-offs
- Grinding jars and media ordered separately: The base MPBM-6 main unit does not include grinding jars or balls; compatible jar and ball materials must be selected and purchased separately to match target material and avoid cross-contamination.
- Material compatibility selection required: Users must carefully select jar and ball materials (e.g., WC-Co, Al2O3, agate, YSZ, SS, PU, ceramic, nylon) compatible with their sample to prevent contamination, requiring domain knowledge of material interactions.
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).
