ByThe Hartek HTGD-12 Twin Screw Laboratory Extrusion System represents state-of-the-art technology for advanced material compounding and polymer processing. Designed as a R&D powerhouse, this compact yet powerful extrusion line enables researchers to simulate production-scale processes while maintaining laboratory precision. Its pharmaceutical-grade stainless steel construction ensures compliance with GMP standards, making it equally suitable for polymer engineering, food science development, and pharmaceutical formulation studies.
Technical Specifications
– Screw Diameter: 12 mm
– L/D Ratio: 40:1 (configurable up to 48:1)
– Temperature Range: Ambient – 450°C (±1°C control)
– Throughput Capacity: 0.5-5 kg/h (material dependent)
– Motor Power: 3 kW AC servo drive with torque limiter
– Control System: 10″ Touchscreen HMI with data logging
– Safety: Emergency stop, overload protection, thermal safeguards
Advanced Applications
1 Pharmaceutical Development
– Amorphous solid dispersion (ASD) production
– Continuous manufacturing of drug-loaded filaments
– Taste masking and bioavailability enhancement
2 Advanced Material Synthesis
– Nanocomposite fabrication
– Conductive polymer compounding
– Bio-based polymer development
3 Food Technology
– Encapsulation of sensitive nutrients
– Texture modification studies
– Thermally stable flavor delivery systems
Core Advantages of Lab Hot Melt Extrusion Line
1 Precision Process Control
– Independently heated barrels with PID temperature regulation
– Real-time torque monitoring (0-100 Nm range)
– Screw speed control: 10-600 RPM (±1 RPM accuracy)
2 Enhanced Material Performance
– Specialized shear elements for controlled degradation prevention
– Reverse pitch elements for backflow optimization
– Interchangeable screw elements (conveying, kneading, mixing)
3 Research-Oriented Design
– Quick-release barrel clamp system (<2 min barrel access)
– Transparent PMMA feed hopper with inert gas purging option
– Multiple sampling ports for in-process material characterization
Lab Hot Melt Extrusion Line（11mm）
Smart Operation Features
– Recipe management system with 100+ program storage
– RS485/Modbus interface for LIMS integration
– Automated purge cycle with cleaning parameter memory
– Multi-level user access control
Modular Expansion Options
– Downstream accessory integration:
- Pelletizer with variable cutting speed
- Calibrating die for filament production
- Online NIR monitoring system
– Custom screw configurations available
– Explosion-proof version for solvent-laden processes
