Continuous de-oiling system for metalworking chips

Optimize your metalworking process with a system that continually de-oils and purifies metal shavings, enhancing material recovery and reducing waste.

De-oils and Separates Metal Chips Continuously

The AS Series from CEPA is a fully automatic de-oiling centrifuge tailored for the metalworking, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. This equipment is distinguished by its ability to efficiently de-oil short, pourable chips of aluminium and steel through a continuous processing system. Employing centrifugal force, the AS Series ensures effective separation of oil from metal chips, enhancing material purity and reducing recycling costs.

With a processing capacity of up to 600 liters per hour, models like the AS 3 B-A and AS 5 (B-)A accommodate the demands of high throughput environments. The machine’s drum diameter and rotation speeds, reaching up to 2500 RPM, allow for precise oil extraction, yielding cleaner metal products suitable for further processing or sale.

Automation is streamlined with PLC controls, integrating smoothly into existing production lines for uninterrupted operation. Despite its robust performance, the AS Series remains energy efficient, leveraging optimized motor controls to minimize power consumption. Built from durable materials like stainless steel, it offers strong corrosion resistance essential for handling oily, abrasive chips.

Maintenance is simplified with the design’s easy access to key components, while optional customization ensures the system can be tailored to specific operational requirements. Whether addressing the de-oiling of metal shavings or supporting chemical processing, the AS Series delivers reliable performance, backed by CEPA’s century-long expertise in centrifuge technology.

Benefits

  • Enhances material quality and reduces reprocessing with efficient de-oiling of metal chips.
  • Increases production capacity up to 600 liters per hour with continuous operation.
  • Minimizes operational costs through optimized energy consumption.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing production lines with automated PLC controls.
  • Offers long-term durability in harsh environments with robust, corrosion-resistant construction.

General


Applications
Steel,Metalworking industry,Aluminium
End products
De-oiled metal chips,Machined metal parts,Metal shavings,Steel swarf,Aluminium turnings
Steps before
Collection of chips,Transporting chips,Cutting to short chips
Steps after
Storage of de-oiled material,Recycling,Melting,Disposing of residues
Input ingredients
short pourable chips,aluminium chips,steel chips
Output ingredients
de-oiled chips
Market info

Technical Specifications


Automation
Automatic
De-oiling capability
Short,pourable chips
Material processed
Aluminium and steel
Throughput chips (AS 3 B-A)
120 l/h
Throughput chips (AS 5 (B-)A)
600 l/h
Max. Speed (AS 3 B-A)
2500 min-1
Max. Speed (AS 5 (B-)A)
1400 min-1
RCF (G-value) (AS 3 B-A)
620 g
RCF (G-value) (AS 5 (B-)A)
540 g
Drum diameter (AS 3 B-A)
178 mm
Drum diameter (AS 5 (B-)A)
500 mm

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Fully automatic continuous centrifuge
Automation level
Automatic
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Feed type
Short,pourable chips

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Chip Type
Short,Pourable Chips

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Machine shape
Cylindrical
Control panel type
Automatic
Feed method
Continuous conveyor
Discharge method
Continuous
Drum diameter
178-500 mm
Max Speed
2500 min-1