Used Reactors for Sale
Used reactors are industrial vessels designed to carry out chemical reactions under controlled temperature, pressure, and mixing conditions. These systems are widely used in chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, food production, and specialty manufacturing where precise reaction control is critical. Reactors support processes such as blending, heating, cooling, polymerization, and chemical synthesis. Aaron Equipment offers used reactors for sale in a variety of materials, sizes, and configurations to meet specific process requirements, capacities, and operating conditions. Browse available inventory below or explore reactor types to find equipment aligned with your application.
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54255001Used Walker 316L Stainless Steel Reactor, Model SP | 800L (211 Gal) | 50 psig | Agitated & Jacketed | NB#1646
Used- Walker 316L Stainless Steel Reactor, Model SP. 800L (approx. 211 gallons) capacity. Vessel internal rated 50 psig and full vac at 275 degrees F. Jacket rated 50 psig MAWP at 275 degrees F. -20 degrees F at 50 psi MDMT. Dish top and bottom. 2" tri-clamp center bottom outlet. Openings: (2) 2" top tri-clamp, 4" sight glass, 8" drive, 16" top manway w/ 4" sight glass in cover. Off-center top entering 1725 RPM, .75 HP Lightnin agitator. Has spray ball. Mounted on (3) stainless steel legs. NB #1646. Built 1989. Our Freight specialists can assist with any trucking and customs documents to ensure a smooth transition.
MFR: Walker
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63027Pfaudler Glass Lined Reactor, 2120 Gallon. Used.
Used Pfaudler Glass Lined Reactor, Type E8000. Working capacity 2120 gallon (8000 liter). Type 3115 blue glass. Internal 2000mm diameter X 3300mm over dished ends. Internal rated 90 psi (6 bar) / FV at 392 degree F (200 degree C). Mild steel jacket 767 litre capacity, rated for 90 psi (6 bar) at 392 degree F (200 degree C). Mounted on (6) lugs. Reportedly unused since reglass.
MFR: Pfaudler
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54404001Used DCI 316L Stainless Steel Jacketed Tank 8,500 Liter Vertical Vessel
Used DCI Stainless Steel Jacketed Tank, Approximately 8,500 liter (2,246 gallon) Capacity. 316L stainless steel. Approximately 78" diameter x 101" straight side, dished top and bottom. Internal rated MAWP 50/FV PSI at 350 degrees F with MDMT -20 degrees F at 53/FV PSI, with full vacuum capability. 304L Stainless steel jacket rated 100/FV PSI at 350 degrees F with MDMT -20 degrees F at 150/FV PSI, allowing heating or cooling of product. Openings Top: 18" manway with 3" sight glass, 8" top center, 4" sight glass, (2) 4", (8) 3". 3" Center bottom outlet. (3) Internal baffles. Insulation with carbon steel sheathing. Top lifting lugs. Built in 1989, Serial# 90PH39619. National Board# 1499. Legs cut off approximately even with the bottom outlet. Tank measures approximately 90" outside diameter and 144" overall height, with an approximate shipping weight of 2,500 lbs. Vessel is non-agitated and suitable for a variety of processing or storage applications..
MFR: DCI
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11059395Used
Used- Holloway 850 Liter (225) Gallon Sanitary Reactor with Double Motion Agitation. 316L Stainless Steel. Internal rated 35 / Full Vacuum PSI @ 300 degrees F. Jacket rated 200 / FV PSI @ 300 degrees F. Equipped with Sweep Mixer and High Speed Turbine blade. Portable mounted on wheels.
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54687046Used 250 gallon Precision Stainless Inc 316L reactor body with 304L side jacket. Dished top and bottom. Vessel is 36" diameter x 58" SS. Vessel on four legs. The vessel is rated for up to 45 PSIG @ 3...
Used-250 gallon Precision Stainless Inc 316L reactor body with 304L side jacket. Dished top and bottom. Vessel is 36" diameter x 58" SS. Vessel on four legs. The vessel is rated for up to 45 PSIG @ 350 degrees F & 29.92" Hg Vacuum and the jacket is rated for up to 75 PSIG @ 350 degrees F. Mfg. National Board number 1907. Serial number 7869-4. Jacket nozzles two 2" threaded couplings and two 3/4" threaded coupling. Side nozzles are one 3" tri clamp and one 1-1/2" tri clamp with valve. Bottom has 2" Tank Mate for level monitoring, one 1-1/2" tri clamp, and one 1/2" coupling. Top nozzles are one 18" hinged manway with 3" blinded triclamp nozzle on the lid, one 2" tri clamp nozzle with modified flange attachment, one 2" blinded tri clamp and four - 1-1/2" tri clamp with three with blinds. 90" OAH.
MFR: Precision
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11453435Used R&M Italia 100L Glass-Lined Reactor Train with 70L Receiver – Jacketed – 150 PSI – Full Vacuum – Agitated
Used- 100 liter R & M Italia Glass Reactor Train. With 100 liter glass lined reactor, removable dish top, dish bottom, intermediate QVF glass mid section, rated 150 psi and full vacuum at 356 F internal. Jacketed for 150 psi and full vacuum at 356 F, top mounted 1 hp, 230/460 volt, xp agitator drive, mechanical seal, 3 blade retreat curve agitator, tube baffle, 70 liter R & M Italia receiver, glass lined, removable dish top, dish bottom, intermediate QVF glass mid section, rated 150 psi and full vacuum at 356 F internal. Jacketed for 150 psi and full vacuum at 356 F, reactor and receiver bottom lift/lower mechanisms. Reactor serial # 8042. National board # 424. Receiver serial # 8036. National board # 426.
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11690028Used DCI 1,000 Liter Stainless Steel Mixing Reactor | 30 PSI Jacketed Emulsification Vessel
Used DCI 1,000 Liter Stainless Steel Mixing Reactor | 30 PSI Jacketed Emulsification Vessel. Vessel is rated 30 psi at -20 to 300 degrees F, Jacket rated 150psi at -20 to 300 degrees F. Bottom mounted emulsifier, driven by a 0,65kw (0.87hp) 3/60/460v 3410 rpm motor. Includes a thermowell and spray ball. 3" Pneumatically actuated sanitary discharge valve, (1) VFD and box containing misc. pneumatic control valves, piping, etc. Mounted on 3 stainless steel legs. Serial# JS4470A, National Board# 7434, Built 2009.
MFR: DCI
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11690029DCI 1,000 Liter Reactor – Jacketed Emulsification Mixing Tank
DCI 1,000 Liter Reactor Jacketed Emulsification Mixing Tank. Vessel is rated 30 psi at -20 to 300 degrees F, Jacket rated 150psi at -20 to 300 degrees F. Bottom mounted emulsifier, driven by a 0,65kw (0.87hp) 3/60/460v 3410 rpm motor. Includes a thermowell and spray ball. 3" Pneumatically actuated sanitary discharge valve, (1) VFD and box containing misc. pneumatic control valves, piping, etc. Mounted on 3 stainless steel legs. Serial# JS4470B, National Board# 7434, Built 2009.
MFR: DCI
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52586001Unused- Jiangsu 1000 Liter (264 Gallon) Emulsification Mix Tank
Unused- Jiangsu 1000 Liter (264 Gallon) Emulsification Mix Tank. Internal Atmospheric Rated at 122 Deg F. Conical Top and Bottom. 304 Stainless Steel Construction. Center agitator with scraper, off center Emulsifier. Jacketed, rated 29psi @ 122 Deg F. Emulsifier Motor is 7.5 kw, 220V, 3/60.Insulated. Mounted on 4 legs. Never installed.
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53264013264 Gallon Jacketed Tank (Reactor)
Used- 264 Gallon Jacketed Tank (Reactor). 316L Stainless Steel, Insulated, Full Vacuum. Two zone jacket rated: 100 psi @ 300 deg.f. Vessel mawp: 50 psi @ 300 deg.f. Rated full vacuum. Insulated. With pressure rated sight glass type manway. Sanitary interior polish. With bottom mount agitator (requires motor). Top inlets: one 4'', two 3'', five 2'', four 1.5", Center discharge: 3''. Dish top and bottom. Top cip spray ball and temperature probe. Tank is on three stainless steel legs with pads, with lifting lugs. Certified by Industries d'Acier, Serial# 310, built 2018. 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.
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54687184Used 30 gallon Hoppes chemical reactor, 300 psi internal pressure @ 500 degrees F with 3 HP double helix with sweep agitator and 3HP DC-TENV motor 1750 RPM. 20" diameter x 21" straight side with body...
Used-30 gallon Hoppes chemical reactor, 300 psi internal pressure @ 500 degrees F with 3 HP double helix with sweep agitator and 3HP DC-TENV motor 1750 RPM. 20" diameter x 21" straight side with body flange. Glass Col 9 circuit electric jacket heat with 9 each 1,650 circuits. One 3" 300# RFSO with sight glass, one 3" 300# pad flange, three 2" 300# RFSO flnges, one 1" 3000# coupling, one 1" flush mount bottom ball valve., three 3000# couplings, and three 1/2" 3000# couplings. Tank on a stand. Material 316 stainless steel. ASME "U" stamped. National Board Number1759. Internal welds has #3 polish.
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53244005IAF 300 Gallon 316 Stainless Steel Agitated Fermentor / Reactor
Used- IAF Fermentor / Reactor, Approximate 300 Gallons, 316 Stainless Steel. Approximate 40" diameter X 55" Straight Side. Dished top and bottom. Internal rated 50 psi at 250 degrees F. 304 Stainless steel jacket rated 80 psi at 300 degrees F. Bottom center entering dual 4-blade impeller agitator. Driven by a 7.5hp, 3/60/230/460 volt, 1755rpm motor through reducer, 5:1 ratio. Openings top: Approximate 14" manway with cover, 4", (2) 3", (3) 1-1/2", 1", (3) 1/2", (2) 3/4", side: 3" with sight glass, (7) 1-1/2", (2) 1/2", 8" for agitator. 1" Bottom outlet, with 20" discharge height. (4) fixed sidewall baffles. Mounted on (4) legs. Serial# D-651, National Board# 396.
Types of Used Reactors Available
Aaron Equipment offers a range of used reactors designed to support chemical processing, mixing, and reaction applications:
Exotic Metals & Carbon Steel Reactors – Durable reactors constructed from carbon steel or specialty alloys for handling corrosive or high-temperature chemical processes.
Glass Lined Reactors – Corrosion-resistant reactors with glass-lined interiors, ideal for highly reactive or sensitive chemical applications.
Stainless Steel 0–499 Gallon Reactors – Small-capacity reactors suited for pilot-scale operations, R&D, and small batch production.
Stainless Steel 500–999 Gallon Reactors – Mid-sized reactors designed for moderate batch processing and flexible production needs.
Stainless Steel 1,000–4,999 Gallon Reactors – Large-capacity reactors used for bulk chemical processing and high-volume manufacturing.
Stainless Steel 5,000 Gallon & Up Reactors – High-volume industrial reactors designed for continuous or large-scale batch operations.
Reactor Applications & Industry Uses
Used reactors are essential in industries where controlled chemical reactions and thermal processes are required. Common applications include:
Chemical Processing: Reaction, blending, and synthesis of industrial chemicals
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Controlled production of active ingredients and compounds
Food & Beverage: Processing, mixing, and heating of ingredients and formulations
Petrochemical & Energy: Refining and processing of hydrocarbons and specialty products
Specialty Materials: Polymerization, coatings, adhesives, and resin production
These systems enable precise control over reaction conditions, ensuring product quality and process consistency.
Used Reactor Buying Considerations
When selecting a used reactor, it is important to evaluate both process requirements and equipment condition:
Material of Construction: Stainless steel, glass-lined, or alloy based on chemical compatibility
Capacity & Volume: Match reactor size to batch or continuous production requirements
Pressure & Temperature Ratings: Ensure compatibility with operating conditions
Agitation & Mixing: Evaluate impeller type and mixing capabilities
Heating & Cooling Systems: Jackets, coils, or external heat exchangers
Condition & Maintenance History: Review prior use, repairs, and inspection records
Why Buy Used Reactors
Buying used reactors provides a cost-effective solution for expanding processing capacity without the long lead times associated with new equipment. Used reactors offer proven performance and are often available for immediate shipment, helping facilities maintain production schedules and reduce downtime.
Aaron Equipment sources high-quality reactors from leading manufacturers, providing reliable solutions for demanding chemical and industrial applications.
Sell Your Used Reactors
Aaron Equipment actively purchases surplus reactors, including stainless steel, glass-lined, and alloy systems. Whether upgrading equipment or decommissioning a facility, our team can help maximize value.
An industrial reactor is a vessel used to carry out chemical reactions under controlled conditions such as temperature, pressure, and mixing. It is widely used in chemical and manufacturing processes.
Common types include stainless steel reactors, glass-lined reactors, and carbon steel or alloy reactors. Each type is designed for different chemical compatibility and process requirements.
Choosing the right reactor depends on chemical compatibility, capacity, pressure and temperature requirements, and mixing needs. Evaluating these factors ensures proper performance and safety.
Yes. Used reactors are built for long service life and can remain highly reliable when properly maintained, inspected, and refurbished if necessary.
Reactors are used in chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, food production, petrochemicals, and specialty materials manufacturing.