Laboratory jaw crusher for sample preparation

Achieve precise size reduction and sample preparation with this compact jaw crusher, designed to handle diverse materials from ceramics to cement clinker, ensuring consistency and reliability in your lab processes.

Crushes and Reduces Samples Efficiently

The Jaw Crusher BB 50 from Retsch is a compact, benchtop solution designed for reliable sample preparation in laboratory environments. This robust jaw crusher is engineered to process medium-hard, hard, brittle, and tough materials, reducing them down to fine powders with ease. Notably efficient for producing mineral samples, ceramic powders, and pharmaceutical powders, its forced-feed crushing principle ensures consistent results. With adjustable speed settings between 550 and 950 min-1 and a reverse rotating direction feature, the BB 50 accommodates various sample characteristics and prevents blockages. Operable in both batch and continuous modes, it integrates seamlessly into laboratory workflows. The device is made from durable materials like manganese steel, stainless steel, and tungsten carbide, ensuring wear resistance and longevity. The BB 50 is virtually maintenance-free thanks to its wear compensation with zero-point adjustment and permanently lubricated bearings. Users benefit from a digital display for gap width settings and the option of a dust-tight, large collection receptacle, enhancing cleanliness and sample integrity.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency with adjustable speed settings to match sample requirements.
  • Minimizes maintenance needs through zero-point adjustment and lifetime lubrication.
  • Prevents cross-contamination with an optional collecting receptacle lid.
  • Facilitates clean work environments with a dust-tight construction.
  • Streamlines laboratory processes with removable components for easy cleaning.

General


Applications
Ceramics,Silicon,Construction materials,Metallurgy,Medicine,Cement clinker,Ores,Geology,Pharmaceuticals,Glass,Oxide ceramics,Biology,Jade,Quartz,Coal,Concrete,Agriculture,Slag
End products
Slag processing elements,Pharmaceutical powders,Coal samples,Geological specimens,Biologically relevant powders,Metallic coatings,Ceramic powders,Jade crafting materials,Concrete aggregates,Cement processing materials,Soil samples,Glass frits,Quartz sand,Silicon powders,Construction fill materials,Mineral samples,Metal ores
Steps before
Sample Collection,Sample Feeding,Purification
Steps after
Sieving,Particle Analysis,Mixing,Storage
Input ingredients
construction materials,ores,granite,oxide ceramics,quartz,slag,silicon,coal,tungsten alloys,cement clinker,concrete,jade,glass
Output ingredients
< 0.5 mm final fineness
Market info
Retsch is renowned for manufacturing high-quality laboratory equipment, specializing in milling, sieving, and assisting technologies for sample preparation and characterization, known for precision, reliability, and innovation in the scientific and industrial laboratory markets.

Technical Specifications


Throughput
3 l/batch
Feed material size
< 40 mm
Final fineness
< 0.5 mm
Jaw width
45 x 59 mm
Gap width setting
0 - 11 mm in increments 0.1 mm
Speed setting
550 to 950 min-1
Drive power
1.1 kW
Net weight
~ 79 kg
Dimensions (W x H x D)
420 x 460 x 560 mm
Material of grinding tools
Manganese steel,stainless steel,tungsten carbide,zirconium oxide,steel for heavy-metal free grinding
Power connection
1-phase
Protection code
IP 20 / IP 00 at ventilation slots
Zero point adjustment
Yes
Reverse rotating direction
Yes
Collector capacity
3 l

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Continuous
Speed setting
Variable (550 - 950 min-1)
Reverse rotating direction
Yes
Zero point adjustment
Yes
Cleaning method
Manual (removable parts)
Lubrication
Lifetime lubrication
Display type
Digital
Operation interface
Keypad
Collection receptacle capacity
3 liters
Sample feed via hopper
Yes (with splash-back protection)

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Material feed size
< 40 mm
Final fineness
< 0.5 mm
Jaw width
45 x 59 mm
Gap width setting
0 - 11 mm in increments of 0.1 mm
Collector capacity
3 L


CE marking
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
420 x 460 x 560 mm
Weight
~ 79 kg
Jaw width
45 x 59 mm
Collection receptacle capacity
3 l
Feed material size
< 40 mm
Gap width setting
0 - 11 mm in increments of 0.1 mm

Custom Options


Zero point adjustment
Yes
Speed adjustment
Variable speed between 550 and 950 min⁻¹
Removable jaws
Yes,for easy cleaning and conversion
Interchangeable materials
Selection of different jaw materials (e.g.,manganese steel,tungsten carbide)
Digital display
Digital display for gap width and speed
Reversible rotating direction
Yes,helps in case of blockages
Collector receptacle accessory
Optional lid to prevent contamination
Control panel
Convenient operating keypad with digital display
Hopper type
Fold-back hopper for easy access and cleaning