For non-pharma applications, the PERFORMA P tablet press has been upgraded for high wear resistance to cope with abrasive powders.
The exchangeable turret of the PERFORMA consists of three separate parts: the upper punch guide, the EDD and the lower punch guide. The same patent-pending arm can be used to either swing the entire turret out of the machine or remove just the top punch guide — clearing the way for the tablet press operator to lift the light-weight die disc out of the machine.
Benefits
Using two EDDs, maximum machine output can be achieved with minimum capital investment. This is a far more economical solution than duplicating the entire turret.
The PERFORMA P can be supplied with a set of parts for bilayer production. The kit is a cost-effective solution for small-to-medium scale bilayer manufacturing needs. It’s easy to install and further enhances the versatility of the PERFORMA P tablet press. Outstanding features of the PERFORMA P in bilayer configuration include the following.
The PERFORMA P set up for single-layer production is available for D, B BB, BBS and A tooling:
Tooling | D | B | BB | BBS | A |
EU / TSM | EU / TSM | EU / TSM | EU / TSM | EU / TSM | |
Max. tablet diameter [mm] | 25,4 | 16 (L=19) | 13 (L=14,3) | 11 | 11 |
Punch body diameter [mm] | 25,4 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 12 |
Outside die diameter [mm] | 38,1 | 30,16 | 24 | 22 | no die |
Die height [mm] | 23,81 | 22,22 | 22,22 | 22,22 | no die |
Number of stations | 24 | 30 | 36 | 39 | 51 |
Max. fill depth [mm] | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
Top punch penetration [mm] | 1 to 4 | ||||
Max. pre-compression force [kN] | 10 (under extended dwell time) | ||||
Max. compression force [kN] | 100 | ||||
Max. output capacity [tab/h] | 157.000 | 220.000 | 264.000 | 286.000 | 374.000 |
Electrical requirements | 3phase+PE – 380 / 400 / 415 / 460 / 480 V – 50Hz / 60Hz
nominal consumption 6 kW / power installed 11,9 kVA | ||||
Compressed air requirements | Clean & dry / 7-8 bar / 500l/m | ||||
Dust extraction requirements | 150 m³/h at 15 mbar | ||||
Machine dimensions & weight | W = 1.030 mm x D = 1.555 mm x H = 2.170 m – 2.500 kg |
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