Spiral jet mill for ultrafine micronisation

Optimize your powder processing with precision-driven micronisation that ensures consistency and quality in ultra-fine particle production, essential for achieving high-quality end products across diverse applications.

Micronises and Classifies Fine Powders Efficiently

The AS 200 II Baseline Spiral Jet Mill from Hosokawa Alpine is a compact machine designed for ultrafine micronisation. It stands out with its robust performance tailored to pharmaceutical, chemical, food, mineral, and metal processing applications. Using high-pressure gas, this spiral jet mill ensures precise particle size reduction, essential for applications like progesterone and omeprazole production, cosmetic powders, and more. It accommodates throughput rates from 5 to 40 kg/h while maintaining product fineness levels within 1 to 40 µm, making it suitable for continuous and scalable batch processing.

Engineered with cGMP compliance, the AS 200 II Baseline ensures high cleanability, featuring a design that minimizes the number of parts, thus simplifying maintenance and cleaning. Its pneumatically controlled vibratory feed plate and sophisticated filter system enhance operational flexibility and reduce noise emissions. Additionally, a range of material dosing options, such as fluidizing injector lances and optional dosing screws, support accurate feeding for diverse product characteristics.

This model operates efficiently with universal voltage capabilities and complies with European safety standards. It offers versatile integration into production lines, thanks to its compact design and plug-and-play functionality. For industries requiring high standards of cleanliness and precision, especially those adhering to international pharmaceutical standards, the AS 200 II Baseline is an optimal choice. Customization options further enhance its adaptability, supported by Hosokawa Alpine’s engineering expertise.

Benefits

  • Enhances product consistency with precise particle size control.
  • Minimizes downtime and maintenance with a simplified, easy-to-clean design.
  • Reduces noise pollution in the production environment with a controllable vibratory feed plate.
  • Adapts to diverse processing needs with a range of dosing and filter options.
  • Ensures compliance with international pharmaceutical standards, supporting high safety and cleanliness levels.

General


Applications
Sugar and sweeteners,Dry flue gas cleaning,Cosmetics,Lithium-ion batteries,Crop protection agents,Lactose and dairy products,Minerals,Graphite rounding for lithium-ion batteries,Food,Fine chemicals,Pharmaceutical powder,Additive manufacturing,Spices,Animal feed,Recovered carbon black,Titanium dioxide,Industrial wax,Fertilizer,Recycling,Metal powders,Thickening agents,Protein shifting
End products
Titanium pigment,Wax pellets,Lactase enzyme tablets,Xanthan gum,Mineral supplements,Graphite anodes for batteries,Emission control catalysts,Plant-based protein concentrates,Cosmetic powder,Omeprazole,Sweetener blends,Animal protein supplements,Pesticide granules,Diosmin,Protein powders,Lithium-ion battery anodes,Ammonium nitrate,Progesterone,Carbon black fillers,Metal powder for 3d printing,Metal additive components,Dishwashing detergent
Steps before
Material Dosing,Fluidising,Grinding
Steps after
Particle Separation,Product Collection,Packaging
Input ingredients
progesterone,diosmin,omeprazole,cosmetic powder,material dosing
Output ingredients
90% < 9 µm,90% < 4 µm,90% < 5 µm,90% < 10 µm
Market info
Hosokawa Alpine is known for its expertise in manufacturing advanced process equipment and systems for powder and particle processing technology. It has a strong reputation for innovation, quality engineering, and customer-focused solutions in various industries.

Technical Specifications


Chamber diameter
200 mm
Gas pressure range
2 – 8 bar (g)
Fineness range
d50 1 – 40 µm
Nominal gas flow
150 – 200 m³/h
Dimensions (l/w/h)
1.2x0.8x1.3 m
Power supply
Three-phase current,230–400 V
2.2 kW
Automation
Plug-and-play
Dust and noise emissions
Lower emissions
Pneumatic control
Yes
Material dosing
5 – 40 kg/h

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
cGMP design,AISI 316 L,FDA approval
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
AISI 316 L
Density/particle size
Variety of sizes,fine micronization

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
1.2x0.8x1.3 m
Compact design
Yes
Discharge method
Stainless-steel drum
Control panel type
Illuminated keys
Design compliant with cGMP
AISI 316 L and FDA approval
Voltage connection
3x230 V or 3x400 V
Plug-and-play design
Yes
Filter concept
Innovative with several types
Particle separation
Alpine high-performance cyclone
Product filter
Standard version with aspirator,no filter

Custom Options


Control panel type
Illuminated keys,visual feedback
Automation
Plug-and-play design
Filter options
Aspirator,semi-batch filter,small-batch filter
Dosing elements
Lance,screw (optional),dosing channel (optional)
Power supply options
Universal voltage 3x230 V or 3x400 V,50 and 60 Hz
Vibratory plate control
Pneumatically controllable
Material dosing options
Fluidising injector lance,optional dosing screw