Used Ametek/Tolhurst Perforated Basket Centrifuge

Manufacturer Info:

• Brand: Ametek / Tolhurst

• Type: Center-Slung Perforated Basket Centrifuge

• Construction: Rubber-lined product contact areas

• Motor: 2 HP, 3 Phase, 60 Hz, 440 Volt, Explosion-Proof, 1700 RPM

• Suspension: Tripod system

Product Description:

The Ametek/Tolhurst Center-Slung 26" x 12" Perforated Basket Centrifuge is a compact, rugged solid-liquid separation system, ideal for chemical and slurry processing where corrosion resistance and containment are critical. With rubber-lined product-contact surfaces, this unit is well-suited for abrasive or chemically aggressive materials. It features a top load/unload configuration, operating at 1200 or 600 RPM, and includes a tripod suspension system for vibration control. A PVC feed pipe, integrated rinse pipe with nozzles, and a top cover with inspection door and sightglass allow for efficient operation and easy process monitoring. Driven by a 2 HP, explosion-proof motor, this centrifuge is well-suited for hazardous or classified environments.

Key Specifications:

• Basket Size: 26" diameter x 12" depth

• Basket Rating: 96 lbs per cubic foot material density

• Max Bowl Speeds: 1200 RPM and 600 RPM

• Product Contact Surfaces: Rubber lined

• Loading/Unloading: Top load / top discharge

• Feed: PVC feed pipe

• Rinse System: Internal rinse pipe with spray nozzles

• Cover Features: Hinged inspection door with sightglass

• Motor: 2 HP, 3 Phase, 60 Hz, 440V, 1700 RPM, Explosion-Proof

• Suspension: Tripod mounting for reduced vibration

Applications:

• Corrosive chemical slurry dewatering

• Pharmaceutical wet cake discharge

• Explosives and hazardous material processing

• Paints, pigments, and dye recovery

• Rubber or latex compound separation

• Solvent-wetted solid drying

• Agricultural extract or pulp separation

• Battery or energy material solids isolation

• Waste processing with volatile substances

• Pilot plant separation systems

What Might This Be Used For?

This centrifuge is ideal for handling aggressive chemical slurries and solvent-laden materials in hazardous environments. Its rubber lining and explosion-proof motor make it suitable for applications requiring corrosion resistance and safe operation, such as in chemical, paint, dye, and explosives processing industries.