Used Bay Plastics Machinery BX16G Strand Pelletizer – 16" Wide Pelletizer with 30 HP Motor, ABB VFD & Pneumatic Cutting Housing Lift

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Bay Plastics Machinery
Model: BX16G
Type: Strand Pelletizer
Condition: Used
Hours Showing: 12,848

Description

Available for sale is a Bay Plastics Machinery Model BX16G Strand Pelletizer featuring a 16-inch (400mm) feed width, 12-inch rotor diameter, and a 30 HP Toshiba TEFC motor with ABB ACS550 variable frequency drive control. Designed for demanding plastics processing environments, this pelletizer incorporates a Stellite-tipped rotor, pneumatic cutting housing lift, tool-less cutting chamber access, slide-out discharge assembly, and integrated safety interlock system.

The machine is equipped with a comprehensive operator control station including start/stop controls, digital rotor RPM display, speed adjustment potentiometer, and West 6100+ temperature controller. Mounted on casters for mobility, the BX16G is well suited for plastic compounding, recycling, masterbatch production, and extrusion pelletizing applications.

Specifications

General Information

• Manufacturer: Bay Plastics Machinery
• Model: BX16G
• Type: Strand Pelletizer
• Condition: Used
• Operating Hours: 12,848 Hours Showing

Pelletizing System

• Feed Width: 16 Inches (400 mm)
• Rotor Diameter: 12 Inches (300 mm)
• Rotor Type: Stellite-Tipped
• Rotor Speed: 698 RPM
• Feed Roll Speed: 260 RPM

Feed Rolls

• Lower Feed Roll Diameter: 4.25 Inches
• Upper Feed Roll Diameter: 2.25 Inches

Drive System

• Motor Manufacturer: Toshiba
• Motor Power: 30 HP
• Motor Type: TEFC
• Frame Size: 286T

Electrical Specifications

• Voltage: 460 Volt
• Phase: 3 Phase
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Full Load Current: 37.5 Amps

Variable Frequency Drive

• Manufacturer: ABB
• Model: ACS550
• Type: Variable Frequency Inverter Drive

Control Features

• Pelletizer Start Button
• Pelletizer Stop Button
• Safety Interlock System
• Red Lion Digital Rotor RPM Display
• Speed Adjustment Potentiometer
• West 6100+ Temperature Controller
• Temperature Controller On/Off Toggle Switch

Mechanical Features

• Tool-less Cutting Chamber Entry
• Pneumatic Cutting Housing Lift
• Slide-Out Discharge Section
• Heavy-Duty Strand Feeding System
• Mounted on Casters

Dimensions

• Approximate Length: 92 Inches
• Approximate Width: 64 Inches
• Approximate Height: 87 Inches

Infeed Height

• 65 Inches

Applications

• Plastic compounding operations
• Masterbatch manufacturing
• Polymer pellet production
• Engineering resin processing
• Plastic recycling systems
• Extrusion pelletizing lines
• Color concentrate production
• Specialty polymer manufacturing
• Filled resin compounding
• Thermoplastic processing operations

Products This Equipment Would Be Used For

• Plastic pellets
• Engineering resin compounds
• Color masterbatch pellets
• Recycled plastic pellets
• Glass-filled polymer compounds
• Mineral-filled resin compounds
• Conductive polymer compounds
• Additive concentrate pellets
• Wire and cable compounds
• Automotive resin compounds
• Thermoplastic elastomer pellets
• Specialty polymer formulations

Frequently Asked Questions

• What type of pelletizer is the Bay Plastics BX16G?
  The BX16G is a strand pelletizer designed to cut extruded plastic strands into uniform pellets for downstream processing and packaging.
• What is the feed width of the pelletizer?
  The machine features a 16-inch (400 mm) wide feed opening.
• What size rotor is installed?
  The pelletizer utilizes a 12-inch (300 mm) diameter Stellite-tipped rotor.
• What are the advantages of Stellite-tipped knives?
  Stellite-tipped knives provide superior wear resistance, longer service life, improved cutting performance, and reduced maintenance costs.
• What horsepower motor powers the pelletizer?
  The unit is powered by a 30 HP Toshiba TEFC motor.
• Does the machine include variable speed controls?
  Yes, the pelletizer is equipped with an ABB ACS550 variable frequency inverter drive for adjustable operating speeds.
• What safety features are included?
  The machine includes a safety interlock system, emergency stop functionality, and controlled access to the cutting chamber.
• How is maintenance access provided?
  Tool-less cutting chamber entry and a pneumatic cutting housing lift allow for quick inspection and maintenance.
• What is the purpose of the slide-out discharge section?
  The slide-out discharge provides easier cleaning, maintenance access, and faster product changeovers.
• What industries commonly use strand pelletizers?
  Plastics compounding, masterbatch manufacturing, polymer recycling, engineering resin production, and specialty plastics processing industries frequently use strand pelletizers.
• Can Aaron Equipment arrange dismantling, shipping, and logistics?
  Yes, Aaron Equipment can coordinate inspections, dismantling, rigging, transportation, export packaging, and worldwide shipping logistics.
• Does Aaron Equipment purchase used plastics processing equipment?
  Yes, Aaron Equipment actively buys and sells used pelletizers, extrusion systems, compounding equipment, recycling systems, and plastics processing machinery worldwide.

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