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This ribbon blender has a high-speed chopper to accelerate powder mixing

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The Model 42N-18 ribbon blender is designed for atmospheric blending of free-flowing materials, featuring a solid double-ribbon agitator driven by a 7.5 HP TEFC motor (up to ~47 rpm). It offers an 18 ft3 working capacity (22 ft3 full) and includes a high-speed chopper to accelerate powder mixing.

Where would a high-speed chopper benefit you most—reducing blend time, improving uniformity, or handling challenging powders?

The Model 42N-18 ribbon blender is designed for efficient atmospheric blending of free-flowing materials and has a maximum working capacity of 18 ft3 with a 22 ft3 full holding capacity. A solid double-ribbon agitator, powered by a 7.5 HP totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) motor, delivers thorough blending at speeds up to approximately 47 rpm with […]

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Jun 23 at 4:00 AM
Useful for breaking agglomerates when you drizzle in a small liquid, but watch the heat and fines; our mud plant saw an 8 - 10°F bulk rise on bentonite with the chopper running steady. Is the chopper on a separate VFD so you can pulse it, and are there options for explosion venting and outboard bearings/seals for abrasive duty?

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