Used & Reconditioned Davis-Standard Thermatic 60IN60 6" Single Screw Extruder – 400 HP, 24:1 L/D, Thermatic Clamp

Manufacturer

Davis-Standard is one of the world's leading manufacturers of extrusion systems for the plastics, polymer, rubber, wire and cable, pipe, sheet, profile, and compounding industries. Davis-Standard extruders are recognized for their durability, precision temperature control, and dependable performance in continuous manufacturing environments.

Description

The Used & Reconditioned Davis-Standard 6" Single Screw Extruder, Model Thermatic 60IN60, is a heavy-duty extrusion system engineered for high-output polymer processing applications. Originally manufactured in 2004 and professionally reconditioned, this machine features significant mechanical and electrical upgrades, making it an excellent alternative to purchasing new equipment.

The extruder is equipped with a 6-inch single screw, 24:1 L/D ratio, and a Thermatic barrier flight screw designed to deliver excellent melt quality and processing efficiency across a wide variety of thermoplastic materials. The screw and barrel remain within serviceable tolerances, providing reliable production capability.

Power is supplied through a 17.21:1 heavy-duty gearbox rated for 424 HP with a 1.5 service factor, driven by a new 400 HP TECO AC motor and new TECO AC variable frequency drive, providing efficient speed control and dependable operation.

The machine incorporates a water-cooled barrel, complete with an integrated water reservoir, recirculation pump, and heat exchanger for consistent process temperature control. Heating is managed through five barrel heating zones and six die heating zones, all monitored by new Novus digital temperature controllers and amp gauges.

Additional operator features include a swing-arm operator station, speed pod, pressure gauge, screw speed gauge, and a 42-inch centerline height for convenient integration into existing extrusion lines.

As part of the reconditioning process, the heater bands have been electrically tested, barrel plumbing and heat exchangers have been flow tested, and five new Red Hat solenoid valves have been installed to ensure dependable operation.

Specifications

Applications

This Davis-Standard extruder is ideal for:

• Plastic profile extrusion
• Pipe extrusion
• Sheet extrusion
• Tubing production
• Pelletizing operations
• Polymer processing
• Plastic recycling
• Compounding
• Wire and cable insulation
• Industrial extrusion
• Thermoplastic processing
• Custom extrusion manufacturing

Common Materials Processed

• Polyethylene (PE)
• High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
• Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• PVC
• ABS
• Polystyrene (PS)
• Engineering resins
• Reprocessed plastics
• Thermoplastic compounds
• Custom polymer blends
• Specialty plastic formulations

Features & Benefits

• Professionally reconditioned extrusion system
• 6-inch single screw with 24:1 L/D ratio
• Thermatic barrier flight screw for improved melt quality
• Heavy-duty Thermatic clamp
• Water-cooled barrel with integrated cooling system
• New 400 HP TECO AC motor
• New TECO variable frequency drive
• Five barrel heating zones
• Six die heating zones
• New Novus digital temperature controllers
• Swing-arm operator station with integrated controls
• Screw and barrel within serviceable tolerances
• Heater bands and cooling system fully tested during reconditioning
• Ready for high-output industrial extrusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of products can this extruder manufacture?

This extruder is suitable for producing plastic pipe, sheet, profiles, tubing, recycled plastic products, pelletized compounds, wire and cable insulation, and many other thermoplastic products depending on downstream equipment and tooling.

What upgrades were completed during reconditioning?

The machine received a new 400 HP TECO AC motor, new TECO AC drive, new Novus temperature controllers, five new Red Hat solenoid valves, electrical testing of heater bands, and flow testing of the barrel plumbing and heat exchangers.

What is the screw configuration?

The extruder is equipped with a 6-inch Thermatic barrier flight screw featuring a 24:1 L/D ratio. The screw and barrel remain within serviceable tolerances.

How is the barrel cooled?

The barrel utilizes a water-cooled system incorporating an integrated reservoir, recirculation pump, and heat exchanger for precise process temperature control.

Does the machine include operator controls?

Yes. The extruder includes a swing-arm operator station, speed pod, pressure gauge, screw speed gauge, Novus digital temperature controllers, and amp gauges.

Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics?

Yes. Aaron Equipment provides complete domestic and international shipping services, including heavy-haul transportation, export documentation, rigging coordination, and logistics support for extrusion systems and complete plastics processing lines.