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ZSK 18 MEGAlab laboratory extruder
The ZSK 18 MEGAlab laboratory extruder possesses the successful genes of the ZSK MEGAcompounder technology and was developed especially for processing of smallest batch sizes. The reliable scale-up to larger ZSK extruders make it the ideal compounding system for formulation development and basic scientific research.

- ZSK 18 MEGAlab laboratory extruder
Special features
| Throughput rates up to 40 kg/h |
| Small batches of 200 g |
| Fast plug&play installation and start-up |
| Reliable, low-noise drive concept |
| Modular structure with exchangeable 4D barrels and all standard screw elements |
| Simple operation by PLC controller and touch screen |
| Simple handling and quick product changes using quick release connections |
| Compact design – mobile base frame with integrated motor and extruder control system, water cooling and vacuum unit |
| Reliable scale-up by ZSK MEGAcompounder features |
Technical data
| Centerline distance [mm] | 15 |
| Do/Di | 1.55 |
| Screw outer diameter Da [mm] | 18 |
| Channel depth [mm] | 3.2 |
| Barrel length [mm] | 72 |
| Centerline height [mm] | 1,100 |
| Nm/shaft [Nm] | 38 |
| Power density Md/a3 [Nm/cm3] | 11.3 |
| Max. output factor [rpm] | 1,200 |
| Motor power [kW] | 11.7 |
| Heating power / barrel [W] | 800 |
| Main dimensions (L x W x H) [mm] | 1,660 x 600 x 1,850 |





