Agitator (if equipped): Speed Range 50-1500 RPM

Component Specifications

Definition

A mechanical device installed in mixing hoppers or tanks to induce motion within fluid or semi-fluid materials, ensuring homogeneous mixing, suspension of solids, heat transfer enhancement, and chemical reaction promotion through controlled rotational movement of impellers or blades.

Working Principle

Operates by converting rotational energy from a motor into fluid motion through impeller blades, creating axial flow (for top-to-bottom circulation), radial flow (for outward dispersion), or tangential flow (for vortex formation) depending on impeller design and positioning to achieve desired mixing intensity and pattern.

Materials

Stainless steel (AISI 304/316L) for corrosion resistance, carbon steel with protective coatings, Hastelloy for extreme chemical environments, or food-grade plastics (PP, PTFE) with material compatibility verified per ASTM/ASME standards.

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical range	Notes & selection driver
Seal Type	Mechanical seal, gland packing, or magnetic drive
Motor Power	0.5-75 kW
Speed Range	50-1500 RPM
Flow Pattern	Axial, radial, or mixed flow
Mounting Type	Top-entry, side-entry, or bottom-entry
Viscosity Range	1-50,000 cP
Impeller Diameter	100-1500 mm

Ranges are indicative industry figures for RFQ preparation, not a supplier commitment. Confirm every value and standard with the legal manufacturer before ordering.

Standards

ISO 2858, DIN 28136, ASME B73.1

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation

Mechanical seal failure leading to leakage
Impeller imbalance causing vibration
Material incompatibility with process fluids
Insufficient mixing leading to product inconsistency

FMEA Triads

Trigger: Bearing wear due to improper lubrication
Failure: Increased vibration and eventual shaft seizure
Mitigation: Implement preventive maintenance schedule with vibration monitoring and automatic lubrication systems

Trigger: Chemical attack on impeller material
Failure: Corrosion leading to structural failure and contamination
Mitigation: Material selection based on chemical compatibility charts and regular inspection protocols

Industrial Ecosystem

Compatible With

Typical Suppliers & Equivalents

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance

Shaft runout tolerance: ≤0.05 mm, Impeller balance: G6.3 per ISO 1940-1

Test Method

Performance testing per ISO 9104 for power consumption and mixing efficiency, leak testing per ASME B73.1 for mechanical seals

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

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Technical documentation

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Manufacturing capability

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main types of agitators used in industrial mixing tanks?

Common types include propeller agitators for low-viscosity fluids, turbine agitators for medium viscosity, anchor agitators for high-viscosity materials, and helical ribbon agitators for very high viscosity applications, each selected based on fluid properties and mixing objectives.

How do I select the right agitator for my chemical process?

Selection depends on fluid viscosity, density, corrosiveness, required mixing intensity (blending, suspension, dispersion), tank geometry, temperature/pressure conditions, and compatibility with process materials - typically requiring engineering calculations for power number, Reynolds number, and mixing time.

Data Basis

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Preliminary Technical Classification

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Agitator (if equipped)