A lab kneader equipment is a closed mixing device ,which is widely used to process high-viscosity materials in small batches, it is usually available ranging from 1L to 10L.
Traditional lab kneader machine is operated and controlled by manual ,while as technology , Programmable Logic Controller means PLC technology come out .
When this lab kneader is equipped with a PLC system, this PLC-controlled lab kneader machine gains intelligent control, it allow users to pre-set, monitor, and automate mixing parameters through a user-friendly touchscreen interface.
The PLC lab kneader feature with a digital interface that automates and precisely manages the kneading process.
This PLC- controlled lab kneader combine the mechanical performance of traditional kneaders with modern digital control technology.
Such PLC controlled lab kneader machine is specifically designed for small-batch, high-viscosity mixing tasks such as rubber, silicone, EVA, polymer , plastic, pigment, or adhesive formulation.
What Is a Lab Kneader with PLC?
A PLC controlled lab kneader equipment is a compact, high-performance mixing machine, specially designed for laboratory-scale processing of high-viscosity materials like rubber, plastic , silicone, thermoplastics, adhesives, pigments, EVA and other material.
Different from traditional lab kneader mixers ,this PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) controlled lab kneader come with a similar digital brain ,which can automate, monitor, and precisely control the mixing process.
This PLC controlled lab kneader integrate the function of mechanical mixing efficiency with smart digital automation together ,which makes this machine become an essential lab equipment for research laboratory, universities, institute , pilot plants, and other industrial setting .
Main Feature of a Lab Kneader with PLC
1. Precision Control Over Mixing Parameters
The intelligent PLC system allows users to precisely manage ,monitor and adjust all of main variation ,such as :
* Rotor/blade speed (RPM)
* Mixing time and sequence
* Chamber temperature
* Vacuum or pressure control (if applicable)
* Real-time torque display and logging
2. Real-Time Data Monitoring and Logging
PLC systems display these variation data on live , user can adjust and monitor the date via touchscreen HMI, you can adjust these funcation as follows:
* Blade torque
* Chamber temperature
* Operating time
* Motor load
3. Enhanced Safety Features
Compared to tradition lab kneader ,this PLC controlled lab kneader are more safe to operate and manage ,because it can do the followsing step for you :
* Emergency stop integration
* Overload and over-temperature protection
* Safety interlocks on chamber doors
* Audible and visual alarms for operator alerts
4. Manual Operation No Need
In busy research environments, the ability to automate a mixing cycle is a obviously great advantage . Once a mixing cycle is programmed, the lab kneader equipment can run automatically without continuous supervision, which save much time and energy for lab technicians .
Wide Application of PLC Controlled Kneader:
The PLC controlled lab dispersion kneader is mainly used for mixing of plastics ,rubber and industrial chemicals, and also very suitable for the mixing of all kinds of low viscosity materials ,including as follows:
* Rubber and elastomer compound development
* Polymer blending and formulation
* Thermoplastic and elastomer mixing
* Silicone and adhesive paste testing
* Pharma, and biotech R&D
* Battery material and chemical slurry preparation
* Pigment, masterbatch, and plastic additive dispersion
In conclusion ,the lab kneader with PLC is not just a simple mixer equipment, but also it is a precision-controlled, data-driven tool that helps laboratories to improve efficiency, accuracy, and product consistency.
If your lab values repeatability, automation, and safety, this PLC controlled lab kneader equipment is a critical investment in your research and production process.
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