Brabender Works Standards
Brabender Loss-in-Weight Feeder DDW-MS-FW120/0(1)[2]-350(600) The Brabender DDW-MS-FW120/0(1)[2]-350
dients can use the non agitated FW120/1.
(600) loss-in-weight feeder, the gravimetric
Extension hoppers are available with 350 dm³
version of the Brabender FW120 FlexWall®
(12.4 ft³) or 600 dm³ (21.2 ft³) volume.
feeder, is capable of reliably and accurately
All components are fully mounted and internally
metering bulk ingredients with temperatures
wired to junction boxes.
from 0 to 50°C (32-122°F) at medium feed rates.
Options include versions with onboard control /
The feeder has the following main components:
speed control electronics and interchangeable
a free-standing base/scale with 4 high-accuracy
screws.
strain gauge load cells, a Brabender FW120
Ingredient contact steel parts are made of stain-
FlexWall® feeder with a paddle-massaged flex-
less steel. Mild steel parts are painted light grey
ible polyurethane hopper (alternatively available
(RAL 7035).
without paddles), and an exension hopper for
Environmental conditions: 0-45°C (32-113°F),
ingredient storage.
up to 85% humidity without condensation.
The motor driven (amplitude adjustable) pad-
The feeder conforms to CE directives.
dles flex the polyurethane hopper walls to provide consistent mass flow of ingredient into the screw without degradation. The FW120/2 uses a separate motor for the external massaging paddles to allow paddle speed adjustment for difficult flowing ingredients. Free flowing ingre-
Dimensions in mm (in) - Weight with 350 dm³/12.4 ft³ extension hopper: FW120/0(1) approx. 220 kg/485.0 lb, FW120/2 approx. 235 kg/518.1 lb - Weight with 600 dm³/21.2 ft³ extension hopper: FW120/0(1) approx. 265 kg/584.2 lb, FW120/2 approx. 280 kg/617.3 lb * optional inlet only available for 600 dm³/21.2 ft³ extension hopper
Model
Motor
rpm
Paddles
Separate paddle drive
FW120/0
0.75 kW
142
yes
---
FW120/1
0.75 kW
142
no
---
FW120/2
0.75 kW
142
yes
0.37 kW
Brabender Technologie GmbH & Co. KG, Kulturstrasse 55-73, 47055 Duisburg, Germany, Tel: +49 (0) 203 9984-0,
[email protected] Brabender Technologie Inc., 6500 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1Z6, Canada, Tel: 1-905-670-2933,
[email protected]
Brabender Loss-in-Weight Feeder DDW-MS-FW120/0(1)[2]-350(600)
Technical Data Available screw sizes and feed rates Ø (mm) x p (mm)
Tube designation
Tube dia. (mm)
Max. speed (rpm)
Max. feed rate (dm³/hr)*
Spiral Screw (S)
S 79/ 45 S 79/ 82 S 103/ 66 S 103/105 S 120/120
843 843 1091 1091 1270
88.9 x 2.3 88.9 x 2.3 114.3 x 2.6 114.3 x 2.6 133.0 x 3.0
142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz
1691 3227 4430 7190 11252
59.7 114.0 156.5 253.9 397.4
Pellet Screw (S)
S 79/ 45 S 79/ 82 S 103/ 66 S 103/105
1091 1091 1270 1270
114.3 x 2.6 114.3 x 2.6 133.0 x 3.0 133.0 x 3.0
142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz
2475 4656 5586 9028
87.4 164.4 197.3 318.8
Blade Screw (B)
B 79/ 45 B 79/ 82 B 103/ 66 B 103/105 B 120/120
843 843 1091 1091 1270
88.9 x 2.3 88.9 x 2.3 114.3 x 2.6 114.3 x 2.6 133.0 x 3.0
142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz 142/100 Hz
1637 3072 4084 6604 10536
57.8 108.5 144.2 233.2 372.1
F 12066/90-K60
1270
133.0 x 3.0
142/100 Hz
on request
Screw Type
Fiber Screw (F)
Max. feed rate (ft³/hr)*
on request
* Theoretical values at 100% screw filling level and motor speed. Depending on the flow characteristics the screw filling level may decrease to 50%. In addition, max. speed should be reduced to allow for bulk density variations.
Base / Scale MS • Free-standing mounting base with vibration isolation feet and junction boxes • 4 high-accuracy strain gauge load cells • Approx. net weighing ranges: • FW120/0(1): 650 kg/1433.0 lb FW120/2: 635 kg/1399.9 lb (350 dm³/12.4 ft³ extension hopper) • FW120/0(1): 605 kg/1334.0 lb FW120/2: 590 kg/1300.7 lb (600 dm³/21.2 ft³ extension hopper)
FlexWall® Feeder FW120 • Stainless steel housing with rear access door • Interchangeable screws • Paddle-massaged flexible polyurethane hopper (FW120/1 is without paddles) • Variable frequency driven 3 phase AC motor (0.75 kW, IP65, insulation class F, TEFC), max. screw speed 142 rpm • FW120/2 only: second motor for separate paddle drive (0.37 kW, IP65, insulation class F, TEFC) • Ingredient contact surfaces are polyurethane and SS 1.4301 (304)
Accessories • Flexible connections • Exchange screws and screw tubes • Screw extension 400 mm/15.7 in (not available for blade screws) • Maintenance disconnect box • JetFilter for vent pipe
Options • • • • •
Version without discharge connection pipe Screw tube without vertical downspout Pressure compensation Explosion-proof designs Designs for higher or lower ingredient and/or ambient temperatures
Extension Hoppers • Extension hoppers • 350 dm³ (12.4 ft³), straight walled • 600 dm³ (21.2 ft³), steep sided • Cover with inlet pipe and vent pipe for automatic refill, or • Cover with hinged lid for manual refill • Stainless steel SS 1.4301 (304)
Controls Feeder control and speed modules are offered either mounted on the feeder or for mounting in a separate panel. Controls can communicate directly to most host/PLC systems or to Brabender Congrav® Operator Interfaces (see Congrav® Works Standards)
Modifications reserved. All data describe our products in a general manner. They are no agreement on or warranty of characteristics in the sense of § 434 or guarantee in the sense of § 443 of the German Civil Code or similar regulations and effect no liability. Issue 4.0 (April 16) Supersedes 4.0 (April 14)
Brabender Technologie GmbH & Co. KG, Kulturstrasse 55-73, 47055 Duisburg, Germany, Tel: +49 (0) 203 9984-0,
[email protected] Brabender Technologie Inc., 6500 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1Z6, Canada, Tel: 1-905-670-2933,
[email protected]
