Used Hammer Mills for Sale
Hammer mills are size reduction machines designed to crush, grind, or pulverize materials using high-speed rotating hammers. Commonly used in industries such as chemical processing, food production, agriculture, and recycling, these systems efficiently break down bulk solids into smaller, uniform particle sizes. Used hammer mills offer a cost-effective solution for operations requiring consistent particle reduction for powders, granules, or fibrous materials. Browse available inventory below to find a unit that aligns with your throughput and material handling requirements.
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53264025Stainless Hammer Mill by Fitzpatrick – Screw Feeder, Mounted on Casters
Used Fitzpatrick Hammer Mill, Swinging Hammers, with Screw Feeder (no name plate). Approximate chamber 11" x 6". Swinging hammers. Motor: 575 volt, 3500 rpm. Includes feed hopper and screw feeder, stainless steel control panel. Mounted on frame with casters. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: Fitzpatrick
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53083011Used Pulva FS Micro Pulverizer – High-Speed Milling for Sale
Used- Pulva Micro Pulverizer, Type FS. 2" diameter inlet with an approximately 1" diameter x 6" long feed screw. Driven by a 1/3hp 1/60/115/230v 1725rpm motor. Approximately 5" diameter x 2" deep housing. 2-3/4" diameter rotor with (6) 1" long x 1/2" wide blades. Driven by a 1hp 1/60/115/208-230v 3450rpm motor. Bottom screen discharge with 3/16" wide grates. Includes mounted control panel. Mounted on (4) legs with casters. Serial# 0639.
MFR: Pulva
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52283014Sturtevant Model 3B Simpactor Mill, 16" Diameter.
Used- Sturtevant Model 3B 16" Diameter Simpactor Mill. Carbon steel construction. Approximate capacity 3.5 tons per hour, depending on product. Set up with 6" x 6" flanged inlet with 6" diameter center bottom discharge. Includes 2-part rotating discs, driven by 10 HP inverter motor, rated for 230/460V, 3-phase, 60 Hz, 3425 RPM. Includes v-belt drive with guard. Serial# 504.
MFR: Sturtevant
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54424001Used Quadro Comil 196S Stainless Steel Cone Mill – 8,000 Lbs/Hour
Used Quadro Comil, Model 196S, Stainless Steel, Sanitary. Capacities up to 8,000 lbs per hour. Screen diameter 12". Driven by 10Hp motor. Vacon X series Variable Frequency Drive. 8" inlet / outlet. Mounted on adjustable height stainless steel frame with casters. Serial# 196-0854. 3/60/230/460 Volt.
MFR: Comil Quadro
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50647001Used - Quadro Comil Model 196, 304/316 Stainless Steel, 8,000 Lbs/Hr Capacity, 10 HP
Used- Quadro Comil, Model 196, 304 Stainless Steel. Approximate capacity up to 8,000 pounds an hour. 8" diameter top feed, 12" diameter bottom discharge. 12' dia x 12' dia housing. Requires (missing) impeller and impeller hardware. Housing 304 stainless steel, shaft and discharge chute 316 stainless steel. Driven by a 10 hp, 3/60/208-230/460 Volt, 1750 rpm motor. Serial# 0387.
MFR: Quadro
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10128077Used Prater-Sterling Model EV-4522 Hammer Mill – 100 HP, Carbon Steel
Used- Prater-Sterling Model EV-4522 Hammer Mill. Carbon steel construction with swinging hammers. Top feed opening 10" x 21", bottom discharge. Has 3/16" perforated screens, side access doors with door interlock switches. 100 hp, 3/60/460V.
MFR: Prater
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50823099Used 600 HP Schutte-Buffalo Hammermill with Twin City Blower, Heavy-Duty
Used- Schutte-Buffalo-Astec Model AHM-20 Carbon Steel Hammermill. Approximate 48" diameter x 50" wide rotor. Top feed with hopper, bottom discharge. Driven by a 600 HP, 3/60/460 volt, 1790 rpm motor. Mounted on a frame. Serial# 16088HM1. Includes a Twin City blower, Type RBR-SW, size 926, driven by a 200 HP, 3/60/230/460 volt, 1785 rpm motor. Astec serial# 16088HM1.
MFR: Schutte
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52283012Buy Used Entoleter ECM Impact Mill – High-Speed Pulverizer, 3600 RPM
Used- Entoleter Centrimil Impact Mill, Model ECM. Carbon steel construction. Includes 16" diameter rotor with 3/8" diameter pins and 2-part rotating disc. Includes 8" X 3-1/2" top infeed and 6" diameter center bottom discharge. Driven by 5 HP, 220/440V, 3-phase, 60 Hz, 3600 RPM motor. Mounted on a frame. Catalog# 110778-20, Serial# 3931.
MFR: Entoleter
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50823014Used - Schutte-Buffalo-Astec Hammermill, Model AHM-20, 600 HP, Carbon Steel
Used- Schutte-Buffalo-Astec Hammermill, Model AHM-20, Carbon Steel. Approximate (2) 48" diameter x 24" wide rotors. 2-3/4"w x 4"L x 5/16" thick swinging hammers, approximately 7 rows of (14 hammers) 2 sections, 3/16" screen. 15"W x 60" Long Top feed with hopper, 60-1/2"L x 11"T bottom discharge. Driven by a 600 HP, 3/60/460 volt, 1790 rpm motor. Mounted on a frame. Includes a Twin City blower, Type RBR-SW, size 926, driven by a 200 HP, 3/60/230/460 volt, 1785 rpm motor.
MFR: Schutte
Hammer Mill Applications & Typical Use Cases
Used hammer mills are widely applied in processes that require particle size reduction, milling, or material conditioning.
Typical applications include:
Grinding grains, corn, and feed in agricultural processing
Pulverizing chemicals, minerals, and pigments
Size reduction of spices, sugar, and food ingredients
Shredding biomass, wood chips, and organic materials
Recycling applications, including plastics and light metals
These systems are effective for brittle, fibrous, and moderately hard materials where controlled particle size is required.
When to Choose a Hammer Mill
Hammer mills are typically selected for applications requiring high-speed impact grinding and flexible particle size control. They are well-suited for materials that fracture easily under impact rather than compression. Compared to roller mills or ball mills, hammer mills offer simpler operation and are often preferred for coarse-to-medium grinding applications where precise particle uniformity is less critical. They are also commonly used when throughput and versatility are priorities.
Used Hammer Mill Buying Considerations
When evaluating a used hammer mill, focus on specifications and wear components specific to impact milling:
Rotor speed and hammer configuration: Influences grinding efficiency and particle size
Screen size and design: Determines final particle size distribution
Material of construction: Important for abrasive or corrosive materials
Feed system compatibility: Gravity vs. controlled feed mechanisms
Wear parts and maintenance history: Inspect hammers, liners, and screens for wear
Why Buy Used Hammer Mills
Purchasing a used hammer mill reduces capital expenditure while providing reliable size reduction capability. Many units are available for immediate shipment, helping minimize downtime and avoid long OEM lead times. Buying used equipment also provides access to proven designs that have been successfully deployed across a wide range of industrial applications.
Sell Your Used Hammer Mills
Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used hammer mills from a wide range of manufacturers and configurations. If you are upgrading equipment, shutting down a line, or have idle assets, our team can help. Submit your equipment details to request a quote and receive an evaluation.
A hammer mill is a size reduction machine that uses rapidly rotating hammers to impact and break down materials into smaller particles. The material is fed into a chamber where it is repeatedly struck until it passes through a screen, producing a controlled particle size.
Hammer mills are used for grinding, crushing, and pulverizing materials such as grains, chemicals, minerals, and biomass. They are commonly applied in agriculture, food processing, recycling, and industrial manufacturing where particle size reduction is required.
Hammer mills rely on impact force from rotating hammers, while other mills like roller mills use compression and ball mills use attrition. This makes hammer mills better suited for brittle or fibrous materials and applications requiring high throughput with moderate particle size control.
The cost of a used hammer mill depends on factors such as size, capacity, manufacturer, and condition. Units designed for higher throughput or heavy-duty applications typically command higher prices. Contact Aaron Equipment for current availability and pricing based on your requirements.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used hammer mills across various sizes and configurations. If you have equipment available, submit your details to request a quote for evaluation.