Stock #
50001004
Used Paul O. Abbe Benchtop Double Arm Mixer, Model SBM-0.5, 316 Stainless Steel. (0.50) Gallon operating capacity (0.80 total). Internal bowl rated Full Vacuum at 250 degrees F, jacket rated 14.7 psi at 250 degrees F. Bowl approximate 5" left to right x 7" front to back x 4-1/2" deep, tangential sigma blades, speeds front 73 rpm, rear 49 rpm, PTFE packing glands, geared one end. Manual tilt, approximate 5" tall bolt on bowl extension, spare blades and top covers. Mixer driven by a 2 hp, 3/60/208-230/460 volt, 1740 rpm gear motor, no ratio. Includes an Allen-Bradley 1305 drive. Serial # A47328. Built 1998. Includes a Neslab RTE-100LP bath circulator, and a Varian SD-200 vacuum pump. Mounted on a steel and wood top table.
Used Equipment Facts About This Machine
Manufacturer Information:
- Brand: Paul O. Abbe
- Model: SBM-0.5
- Type: Benchtop Double Arm Mixer
- Material: 316 Stainless Steel
- Serial #: A47328
- Year Built: 1998
Description:
This used Paul O. Abbe SBM-0.5 benchtop double arm mixer is a high-performance laboratory and small-batch industrial mixer, designed for precision blending of high-viscosity materials in pharmaceutical, chemical, and food processing applications.
Constructed from 316 stainless steel, the 0.5-gallon operating capacity (0.8-gallon total capacity) mixing bowl is full vacuum-rated at 250°F, with a jacket rated for 14.7 PSI at 250°F, allowing for temperature-controlled processing.
The mixer features tangential sigma blades with two different speeds (front: 73 RPM, rear: 49 RPM), PTFE packing glands, and a manual tilt mechanism for easy product discharge. Additional components include a 5” bolt-on bowl extension, spare blades, and top covers.
Powered by a 2 HP, 3/60/208-230/460V, 1740 RPM gear motor, this mixer includes an Allen-Bradley 1305 drive for precise speed control. Also included are a Neslab RTE-100LP bath circulator for temperature regulation and a Varian SD-200 vacuum pump for vacuum processing. The entire system is mounted on a steel and wood top table for stability and convenience.
Specifications:
- Model: SBM-0.5
- Operating Capacity: 0.50 Gallons
- Total Capacity: 0.80 Gallons
- Material: 316 Stainless Steel
- Internal Bowl Rating: Full Vacuum at 250°F
- Jacket Rating: 14.7 PSI at 250°F
- Bowl Dimensions: 5” L x 7” W x 4.5” D
- Blades: Tangential Sigma Blades
- Blade Speeds:
- Front Blade: 73 RPM
- Rear Blade: 49 RPM
- Packing: PTFE Packing Glands
- Additional Features:
- Manual Tilt Mechanism
- 5” Bolt-On Bowl Extension
- Spare Blades & Top Covers
- Motor: 2 HP, 3/60/208-230/460V, 1740 RPM Gear Motor
- Drive: Allen-Bradley 1305 Variable Speed Drive
- Additional Equipment:
- Neslab RTE-100LP Bath Circulator
- Varian SD-200 Vacuum Pump
- Mounting: Steel and Wood Top Table
Applications:
- Pharmaceutical & Biotech – Precision mixing of creams, ointments, and active ingredients
- Chemical Processing – Blending of adhesives, sealants, and reaction mixtures
- Food Processing – Mixing of confectionery pastes, doughs, and emulsions
- Cosmetics & Personal Care – Homogenization of skincare products and formulations
- Research & Development – Small-batch processing for pilot-scale production
What Products Would This Be Used For?
- Pharmaceutical ointments, creams, and gels
- Adhesives, epoxies, and chemical compounds
- Food pastes, confectionery mixtures, and emulsions
- Cosmetic creams, lotions, and balms
- Polymer and resin blending
