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.
The XQM-6 planetary ball mill requires a stable, grounded electrical supply and must be operated on a level, vibration-dampened surface. Proper jar sealing and balanced loading are essential to prevent material leakage and mechanical imbalance.
- Electrical Safety: Ensure the power cord and plug are in good condition and the instrument is properly grounded to avoid electric shock.
- Jar Sealing: Inspect grinding jar seals before each use to prevent sample leakage during high-speed rotation.
- Load Balance: Load jars symmetrically with equal mass to maintain balance and reduce vibration.
- Ventilation: Operate in a well-ventilated area to dissipate heat and avoid accumulation of dust or fumes from milled materials.
- Personal Protection: Wear safety glasses and hearing protection as noise levels and potential jar breakage pose hazards.
This procedure describes the safe initialization and operation of the XQM-6 planetary ball mill for medium batch processing. Follow these steps to ensure proper loading, programming, and milling execution.
Required Equipment: Atomfair XQM-6 Planetary Ball Mill, Grinding jar (134 mm seat), Milling media (e.g., zirconia balls), Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection)
- Inspect equipment
Inspect all grinding jars, seals, and the mill for damage or debris before use. - Load jars
Place sample and milling media into jars, ensuring equal mass in opposite jars for balance. - Seal jars
Tighten jar lids securely to prevent leakage during high-speed rotation. - Mount jars
Position jars onto the jar seats and lock them into place. - Program mill
Use the touch screen to set rotation speed, time, and direction for the milling process. - Start cycle
Press the start button to initiate the milling cycle and monitor status on the display. - Stop and unload
Stop the mill after program completion and allow jars to come to a complete rest before removal.
How does the XQM-6's programmable touch screen control improve reproducibility in multi-step milling compared to conventional ball mills?
The XQM-6's touch screen PLC enables fully automated multi-step milling protocols with forward/reverse rotation, timing, and power-off memory, eliminating operator variability. For medium batch processing using its 134 mm jar seat and 0.75 kW motor, this ensures reproducible particle size reduction across runs, unlike conventional mills lacking such automation.
What jar materials are compatible with the XQM-6 for grinding highly abrasive ceramics like silicon carbide?
The XQM-6 is compatible with grinding jars made of silicon carbide ceramics, alumina corundum ceramics, zirconia ceramics, silicon nitride ceramics, agate, stainless steel, wear-resistant steel, manganese steel, nylon, polyurethane, cemented carbide, and crystal glass, provided the jar base inner diameter is exactly 134 mm. The 0.75 kW motor provides sufficient power for these dense materials.
What laboratory bench size and load capacity are required to safely operate the XQM-6 planetary ball mill?
The XQM-6 requires a bench with a load capacity exceeding its 100 kg net weight and a surface area larger than its footprint of 760 mm × 470 mm. The overall height of 580 mm requires overhead clearance. No special electrical or storage infrastructure is specified, but the bench must be level and vibration-resistant for safe operation at jar speeds up to 670 rpm.
The Atomfair XQM-6 planetary ball mill offers intelligent touch-screen programming and a 134 mm jar seat suitable for medium-batch processing in materials research. Its microcomputer control enables reproducible milling protocols, while the wide selection of jar and ball materials supports diverse applications from battery chemistry to ceramics synthesis.
Positive
- Intelligent touch-screen programming: The microcomputer control system with touch screen PLC allows free programming, process monitoring, fault alarm, and memory functions, enabling precise and reproducible milling protocols.
- Versatile material processing capabilities: The mill accommodates various grinding jars and balls (agate, zirconia, stainless steel, etc.), making it suitable for a wide range of materials from ceramics to battery powders.
Trade-offs
- Requires selection of compatible consumables: Optimal performance and contamination control depend on choosing appropriate jar and ball materials for each sample, requiring additional inventory and expertise.
- Moderate motor power limits throughput: With a 0.75 kW motor and 134 mm jar seat, the XQM-6 is designed for medium batch processing; harder or larger samples may require extended milling times or a higher-power model.
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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