Quadro Ytron^®/ Products
Lab Models - ZC0 Powder Disperser

Powder Wetting and Dispersing

Quadro has developed the Model ZC0 Powder Disperser as a pilot scale inline powder disperser that is directly scalable to the larger ZC1 and ZC3 models. The ZC is designed to disperse the most difficult-to-wet powders into solution in a single-pass.

Single-Pass Disperser

• Lump-free dispersion of extremely difficult-to-wet powders into a liquid stream

Pilot and Small Scale Production Capacity

• 3 - 12 usgpm (12-45 L/min) liquid throughput
• up to 30 lbs/min (14 kg/min) powder incorporation

Flexibility and Scalability Together

• Scalable results to Quadro Ytron ZC1 and ZC3 dispersers
• Optional tooling for fine dispersing and emulsifying

Sanitary Design

• Sanitary construction and design for easy clean-up

Up-Sizing Without the Up-Scaling Headaches

For years processors have struggled with reliable scale-up from small bench top stirrer mechanisms to large scale production mixers. Scale-up of high shear mixing applications creates additional challenges including: extreme horsepower requirements; mechanical limitations; and design of a mixer with the ability to generate sufficient bulk tank turnover while maintaining the necessary shear to complete the application.

Mixer scale-up with inline mixing equipment eliminates the scale-up rules and problems associated when scaling up in-tank mixers from bench scale to production.

Having trouble viewing

these tabs? Click here

Principle of Operation The Quadro Ytron™ ZC Powder Disperser incorporates a close tolerance high shear slotted rotor/stator design. The rotor is designed to create a liquid ring generating significant vacuum in the reactor head. This vacuum ensures that powders from the hopper above are drawn into the reactor head where they are sheared into the liquid phase before hydration takes place. The result is a smooth consistent, lump-free slurry without recirculating and over-shearing the product after hydration takes place. View 3D Animation (MPG 8.75MB)

Features No over processing of shear-sensitive products Higher product yield due to intensive wetting of the powders Batch-to-batch quality consistency Reduced batch times by up to 90% Reduced energy requirements Elimination of unnecessary air entrainment Wets and disperses difficult powders at ambient temperatures such as: - Carbomers - Cellulose gums

Technical Specifications MODEL   ZC0 POWER (Maximum) Hp 3 kW 2.2 LIQUID CAPACITY* Gal/min 3-12 L/min 11-45 POWDER CAPACITY* Gal/min 30 L/min 14 RPM   6,500 INLET FITTING SIZE in 1 mm 25 OUTLET FITTING SIZE in 1 mm 25 *Actual capacities will vary depending upon tooling selection and product characteristics.

Lab Models - ZC0 Emulsifier

Emulsification

Mixer scale-up with inline mixing equipment eliminates the scale-up rules and problems associated with scaling up in-tank, high shear mixers from bench scale to production. Quadro has developed the Model ZC0 Emulsifier as a pilot scale emulsifier that is directly scalable to the larger Z1, Z3 and Z5 production models.

Principle of Operation Product enters housing axially. One or more liquid phases and suspended particles are pumped through toothed rotor/stator tooling. Controlled, high-intensity shear is delivered equally to all fluid elements, regardless of product characteristics. Shear rate is constant, dependent only on rotor/stator tooth selection and rotor tip speed.

Features Single-pass processing results in reduced batch times by up to 90% and repeatability batch-after-batch. Improved “sheen” and product texture. Improved product quality and shelf life stability. Ideal for pilot scale - Immiscible phase emulsifying - Homogenizing - Wet grinding - Texturing - Deagglomeration

Technical Specifications MODEL   ZC0 POWER (Maximum) Hp 3 kW 2.2 LIQUID CAPACITY* USGPM 1 - 15 L/min 4 - 60 RPM   6,500 OPERATING PRESSURE psi 0 - 120 bar 0 - 8 INLET FITTING in 1 mm 25 OUTLET FITTING in 1 mm 25 * Actual capacities will vary depending upon tooling selection and product characteristics.

Lab Models - Y0 Jet Mixer

Principle of Operation Pure axial flow pattern Vortexing and unwanted air eliminated Easy mixing of viscous and non-Newtonian fluids Rapid, sub-surface dispersion of powder into liquids Improved quality and consistency throughout the vessel with no batch variation Maintains heavy solids in suspension and easily re-suspends settled solids Substantially reduced batch times Heat/cooling transfer rates are dramatically reduced Suitable for batch sizes ranging from 2 Gal. (8 L) - 10 Gal. (40 L)

Features 1/3 Hp motor with 110V/1PH/60 Hz electrics, AC variable frequency drive, key pad controls and RPM readout 316 stainless steel construction of contact parts finished to 150 grit fully adjustable stand in 304 stainless steel by-pass assembly with quick clamp disconnect and vertical hopper for easy introduction of powders bearings and seals are located outside of product contact "Y" style head for low shear mixing CIP connection for cleaning or injection of flavors, fragrances and gases XP package available

Technical Specifications