Used Leistritz ZSE 27 HP-PH-40D Twin Screw Extruder System – Pharma Grade with K-Tron Feeders & Full Package

Manufacturer: Leistritz
Model: ZSE 27 HP-PH-40D
Machine Type: Co-Rotating Twin Screw Extruder System
Screw Diameter: 27 mm
L/D Ratio: 40:1
Capacity: Approx. 200 kg/hr (440 lbs/hr)
Screw Speed: Up to 500 RPM
Construction: Hastelloy C-276
Drive: 22.5 HP (15 kW) AC Motor
Electrical: 400V
Year Built: 2008
Condition: Used
Previous Application: Pharmaceutical Processing

Description

Used Leistritz ZSE 27 HP-PH-40D twin screw extruder system, designed for precision compounding and pharmaceutical-grade processing. This system features co-rotating 27 mm twin screws with a 40:1 L/D ratio, delivering excellent mixing, dispersion, and process control.

Constructed with Hastelloy C-276, this extruder is ideal for corrosive, high-purity, and regulated applications, including pharmaceutical and specialty chemical processing.

The machine includes 10 barrel sections with (9) heated zones, utilizing electrical heating and water cooling for accurate thermal management. It is powered by a 22.5 HP (15 kW) AC motor via gearbox, enabling screw speeds up to 500 RPM.

This complete system package includes:

• (2) K-Tron feeders for precise material dosing

• Control cabinet for centralized operation

• (3) temperature control units

• Barrel lift for maintenance and changeover

• Spare parts package

Previously used in a pharmaceutical environment, this system is well suited for applications requiring high standards of cleanliness, repeatability, and precision.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Leistritz

• Model: ZSE 27 HP-PH-40D

• Machine Type: Twin screw extruder (co-rotating)

• Screw Diameter: 27 mm

• Configuration: Twin, side-by-side screws

• L/D Ratio: 40:1

• Capacity: Approx. 200 kg/hr (440 lbs/hr)

• Screw Speed: Up to 500 RPM

• Barrel Sections: 10

• Heated Barrels: 9

• Heating/Cooling: Electrically heated, water cooled

• Material of Construction: Hastelloy C-276

• Drive Motor: 22.5 HP / 15 kW AC motor

• Electrical: 400V

• Weight: Approx. 1.2 tonnes

• Dimensions: 3650 mm L x 1150 mm W x 1800 mm H

• Included Equipment:

  • (2) K-Tron feeders

  • Control cabinet

  • (3) temperature control units

  • Barrel lift

  • Spare parts

• Serial Number: 3778

• Year Built: 2008

• Previous Use: Pharmaceutical processing

• Condition: Used

Applications

This extrusion system is commonly used for:

• Pharmaceutical extrusion

• Hot melt extrusion (HME)

• Polymer compounding

• Nutraceutical processing

• Specialty chemical processing

• Masterbatch production

• R&D and pilot scale production

• Food extrusion

• Additive incorporation

• Controlled release formulation processing

What Might This Be Used For

• Pharmaceutical drug formulation

• Polymer blending and compounding

• Creating controlled-release drug systems

• Mixing additives into plastics

• Producing masterbatch materials

• Processing nutraceutical products

• Developing specialty chemicals

• Small-scale production runs

• Laboratory and pilot testing

• High-purity material processing

Materials This Machine Can Process

• Pharmaceutical APIs and excipients

• Polymers and resins

• Plastics and additives

• Nutraceutical ingredients

• Specialty chemicals

• Masterbatch compounds

• Bio-based materials

• High-purity compounds

• Food-grade materials

• Experimental formulations

Manufacturer Information

Leistritz is a global leader in twin screw extrusion technology, providing systems used in pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty processing industries. The ZSE series is known for its modular design, precision control, and high-performance mixing capabilities, making it ideal for both production and research applications.