Planetary ball mill for powder material mixing and alloying
Achieve precise control in particle size reduction and homogenization with a planetary ball mill tailored for independent speed adjustments, ideal for complex material processing where consistency and repeatability are crucial.

Performs Independent High-Speed Ball Milling
The PQN4-A from Across International is a planetary ball mill that distinguishes itself with independent speed control for both disc revolution and jar rotation, allowing you to tailor the milling conditions to specific material needs. This equipment excels in applications such as ball milling and homogenization, producing end-products like metal nanoparticles, battery materials, and pharmaceutical compounds. With a maximum rotation speed of 1600 rpm and a capacity to handle four 500mL jars, it delivers enhanced control and efficiency in processing. The gear-driven system eliminates issues like belt creep, and its compact design ensures low noise and reliable operation. Ideal for R&D labs and industrial processing, this mill supports a variety of material sizes and adjustments, ensuring precise control over your milling projects. Optional vacuum setups and versatile grinding media configurations further enhance its adaptability, making it compliant with advanced research and production demands.
Benefits
- Enhances precision and uniformity in particle size, vital for material research and product quality.
- Optimizes energy use with independent speed control, reducing operational costs.
- Supports versatile processes, including mixing and mechanical alloying, broadening research capabilities.
- Provides reliable operation with gear-driven technology, minimizing maintenance and downtime.
- Ensures safe operation with automatic shutdown when opened, increasing user safety.
- Applications
- Chemistry,Metal powders,Fine chemicals,Nutraceuticals,Pharmaceutical powder,Material science,Industrial process,Minerals,Batteries
- End products
- Drug compounds,Metal nanoparticles,Semiconductor materials,Vitamin supplements,Ceramic powders,Alloy powders,Battery active materials,Pigments,Catalysts,Abrasives
- Steps before
- Preliminary size reduction,Feeding material preparation
- Steps after
- Material homogenization,Particle analysis
- Input ingredients
- powder materials,metal materials,soil materials,grinding media,preliminary size reduction materials,samples
- Output ingredients
- fine granularity particles,homogenized materials,mechanical alloyed materials
- Market info
- Across International is known for manufacturing high-quality thermal management equipment, such as vacuum ovens, furnaces, and laboratory equipment, with a strong reputation for reliability and innovation in industries like materials research, cannabis processing, and laboratory testing.
- Maximum Rotation Speed
- 1600 RPM
- Revolution Speed
- Up to 600 RPM
- Number of Grinding Jars
- 4 x 500 mL
- Power
- 1.5 KW 220V 50HZ/60HZ
- Maximum Continuous Operating Time
- 72 hours
- Feeding Capacity
- 2/3 Capacity of the grinding jars
- Feeding Granularity
- Soil materials ≤ 10mm,other materials ≤ 3mm
- Touch Screen Control
- Yes
- Control Panel Type
- Touch screen control
- Centrifugal Acceleration (Main Revolution)
- <16 g
- Centrifugal Acceleration (Self-Rotation)
- <120 g
- Total Centrifugal Acceleration
- <136 g
- Recommended Speed Ratio
- 1 - 3
- Maximum Milling Allowance for Wet Mill
- <2000 g @ revolution < 350 rpm
- Maximum Milling Allowance for Dry Mill
- <1000 g @ revolution < 400 rpm
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Energy efficiency
- 0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Abrasion resistance
- High
- Biological compatibility
- Not specified
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Applicable for select metals
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Machine Footprint
- 33 x 23.6 x 24.8 inches
- Shipping Dimensions
- 27.6 x 33.5 x 50 inches
- Shipping Weight
- 450 kg / 1000 lbs
- Jar Quantity
- 4 (500 ml each)
- Control Panel Type
- Touch Screen
- Discharge Method
- Not specified
- Compact Footprint
- Yes
- Control panel type
- Touch screen control panel
- Customization for Number of Jars
- Two or four grinding jars working simultaneously