Mixing under vacuum offers several advantages, including the elimination of unsightly voids in the final product, enhanced dispersion quality, effective degassing, improved drying at lower temperatures, and the ability to add raw materials sub-surface. By optimizing vacuum mixing techniques, you can maximize these benefits.

Why Vacuum Mixing?

Vacuum refers to a space where the pressure is lower than atmospheric pressure, meaning it contains fewer gas molecules per unit volume compared to ambient air.

Vacuum environments achieve various mixing goals depending on the application. For instance, in coatings, personal care products, or molded composites, a void-free mixture enhances both aesthetics and the strength of engineered parts. In other cases, vacuum is used to remove oxygen, preventing the decomposition of sensitive ingredients, avoiding unwanted chemical reactions, and inhibiting microbial growth. For example, minimizing oxygen in beverages helps maintain consistent quality throughout their shelf life.

Additionally, vacuum mixing improves product handling and performance. It helps prevent defects in syringe filling or printing of gels and pastes. Moreover, vacuum mixing accelerates drying processes and allows for drying at lower temperatures, which is ideal for heat-sensitive materials, reducing the risk of thermal degradation.

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Economy 15" x 20" Chamber (5-Gallon Bucket) with Mixer

Economy 11″ x 12″ Chamber (1-Gallon Bucket) with Mixer

32" ID x 42" Deep Chamber (55-Gallon Drum) with Mixer

  • 15″ ID x 20″ Deep AL Vacuum Chamber
  • Acrylic or AL Lid
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Inlet with needle valve 
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Exhaust with Diffuser
  • 1/4 HP Mixer Motor (other options available upon request)
  • 11″ ID x 12″ Deep AL Vacuum Chamber
  • Acrylic or AL Lid
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Inlet with needle valve 
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Exhaust with Diffuser
  • 1/4 HP Mixer Motor (other options available upon request)
  • 32″ ID x 42″ Deep SS Vacuum Chamber
  • Acrylic or SS Lid
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Inlet with needle valve 
  • 3/8″ ID Vacuum Exhaust with Diffuser
  • 1-5 HP Mixer Motor options available

Mixer System Options

Listed out below are the available options. If you know what you need feel free to fill out the RFQ form. 

 

MOTORS

    • Available in horsepower ranges from 1/4HP up to 5HP

BLADES

    • Paddle Blades
    • High Shear Blades
    • Propeller Blades
    • Anchor Blades

PORTS

    • NPT Ports: Available in sizes such as 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″ (half or full couplings)

    • NW or KF Flanges: NW 16, NW 25, NW 40
    • Viewports: NW 25, NW 40, NW 50: Glass blank viewports

 

FEEDTHROUGHS

    • Coaxial: Specify type (BNC, MHV, SHV, Type N, SMA) and if shielded or double-ended

    • Electrical: Specify number of conductors, amps, and voltage per feedthrough. Options include Type C and D Sub (9, 15, 25, and 50 pin) and multi-pin configurations

    • Rotary Shaft: Specify shaft size (3/8″ or 1/2″ or larger) and desired RPM. Standard is Ferro Fluidic style

    • Thermocouple: Specify connector type (push-on, screw type), number of wire pairs, and thermocouple wire types (K, C, E, J, T, N, R, S). Up to 5 pairs per T/C feedthrough

    • Fluid: Specify number of lines, diameter, and preferred end connections (NPT, Swagelok compression, Swagelok VCO or VCR)

    • Fiberoptic: standard and custom options available

    • Tubing: Compression style, specify tube diameter

 
 

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