Used Leistritz ZSE 27 MAXX/48D Twin Screw Extruder System with Feeders and Vacuum Package

Manufacturer: Leistritz Extrusionstechnik
Model: ZSE 27 MAXX/48D
Condition: Used
Type: Co-Rotating Twin Screw Extruder System
Previous Service: Plastic Laboratory / R&D Application

Manufacturer Information

Leistritz is a world-renowned manufacturer of twin screw extrusion systems used in plastics compounding, polymer processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, masterbatch production, specialty chemicals, and research applications. The ZSE MAXX series is recognized for its high torque density, modular screw design, excellent mixing performance, and process flexibility for product development and production environments.

Description

Used Leistritz ZSE 27 MAXX/48D co-rotating twin screw extruder complete with side feeders, gravimetric feeding system, vacuum system, temperature control unit, and control panel. The machine features twin 27 mm screws with a 48:1 L/D ratio and operates at screw speeds up to 1,200 RPM.

The extruder is equipped with a 12-barrel housing section featuring electric heating and water cooling for precise process control. Two degassing ports provide efficient removal of moisture, volatiles, and entrapped gases during processing. The package includes two Leistritz twin screw side feeders, a Brabender feeding system, Bush Mink vacuum pump, temperature control system, and operator control panel.

Previously utilized in a plastics laboratory environment, making it ideal for compounding, formulation development, pilot-scale production, and advanced polymer processing applications.

Specifications

Extruder

• Manufacturer: Leistritz
• Model: ZSE 27 MAXX/48D
• Type: Twin Screw Extruder
• Screw Diameter: 27 mm (1.05")
• Configuration: Co-Rotating Twin Screw
• L/D Ratio: 48:1
• Maximum Screw Speed: 1,200 RPM
• Drive: Gearbox Driven
• Barrel Sections: 12
• Heating: Electric
• Cooling: Water Cooled
• Degassing Ports: 2

Included Equipment

• Leistritz ZSE 27 MAXX/48D Twin Screw Extruder
• (2) Leistritz Twin Screw Side Feeders
• (1) Brabender Feeding System
• (1) Busch Mink MM 1144 BC Vacuum Pump
• (1) Temperature Control Unit
• (1) Main Control Panel
• Gearbox Drive System

Dimensions

• Length: 3,300 mm
• Width: 1,000 mm
• Height: 2,200 mm

Weight

• Approximate Weight: 1 Metric Ton (Extruder Only)

Applications

• Polymer compounding
• Masterbatch production
• Engineering plastics development
• Additive incorporation
• Color concentrate manufacturing
• Biopolymer development
• Research and development
• Pilot-scale extrusion
• Specialty chemical processing
• Recycling and material recovery studies

Common Materials Processed

• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• ABS
• Nylon
• PET
• TPU
• Engineering resins
• Color concentrates
• Filled compounds
• Recycled plastics

Key Features

• High-performance Leistritz MAXX platform
• 48:1 L/D processing length
• Co-rotating twin screw design
• High screw speeds up to 1,200 RPM
• Dual degassing capability
• Precision electric heating and water cooling
• Integrated side feeding system
• Brabender material feeding package
• Vacuum-assisted processing
• Suitable for laboratory and pilot production environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the screw diameter?

• The extruder features twin 27 mm (1.05") diameter screws.

What is the L/D ratio?

• The machine has a 48:1 length-to-diameter ratio.

Is the extruder co-rotating or counter-rotating?

• This is a co-rotating twin screw extruder.

What auxiliary equipment is included?

• The package includes two Leistritz side feeders, a Brabender feeding system, Busch Mink vacuum pump, temperature control unit, and control panel.

What was the previous application?

• The system was previously used in a plastics laboratory environment.

Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics?

• Yes. Aaron Equipment can coordinate dismantling, loading, domestic and international freight, export documentation, and logistics services for extrusion systems, plastics processing equipment, and complete production lines.