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The KS-GPM-8 is a precision-engineered agate grinding mill designed to meet the demanding needs of modern laboratories in materials science, chemistry, electronics, and environmental research. With a compact form factor and advanced automation features, this mill is ideal for researchers seeking high-efficiency, low-contamination grinding in controlled environments.
Technical Parameters
Product Description:
The KS-GPM-8 is a precision-engineered
agate grinding mill designed to meet the demanding needs of modern laboratories
in materials science, chemistry, electronics, and environmental research. With
a compact form factor and advanced automation features, this mill is ideal for
researchers seeking high-efficiency, low-contamination grinding in controlled
environments.
The heart of the KS-GPM-8 lies in its
robust construction and the use of natural agate as the grinding material.
Agate is widely appreciated in scientific applications for its high hardness,
excellent chemical resistance, and non-metallic properties, making it the ideal
medium for processing sensitive samples such as semiconductors, minerals,
biological tissues, rare-earth materials, or high-purity powders. Unlike metal
or ceramic grinding vessels, agate minimizes sample contamination and preserves
the original chemical composition of specimens.
This model is specifically designed for
precision grinding tasks where consistency, repeatability, and purity are
critical. It employs an automatic rotating mechanism that enables both the
mortar and pestle to work together harmoniously to achieve fine and uniform
particle sizes. The pressure applied during grinding is carefully regulated
using an internal spring system, which reduces operator intervention and
increases reproducibility across multiple runs.
KS-GPM-8 features a compact vertical
design that conserves bench space while maintaining excellent operational
stability. Its modern appearance is complemented by intuitive operation,
suitable for both experienced researchers and laboratory technicians. The
machine operates with very low vibration and noise, which enhances user comfort
and allows integration into cleanrooms or gloveboxes. In fact, the grinder’s
enclosure-friendly dimensions and modular structure enable it to be placed
inside a glove box via an airlock, making it suitable for working with
air-sensitive or hazardous materials under inert gas environments.
One of the key advantages of the
KS-GPM-8 is its user-centric design. Every aspect—from the grinding bowl’s
geometry to the spatula included for improved mixing—has been optimized for
laboratory efficiency. The agate bowl and pestle are easy to disassemble and
clean, reducing downtime between sample runs and preventing
cross-contamination. The supplied spatula is designed to evenly distribute
materials during grinding, ensuring a more uniform mixture and preventing
sample build-up along the bowl walls.
This grinder supports dual-speed
adjustment for the mortar and pestle, providing flexible control over the
grinding action. The pestle rotation can be finely tuned to suit different
materials and sample types, whether delicate or hard. This flexibility makes
the KS-GPM-8 well-suited for both soft organic samples and brittle crystalline
solids, accommodating a wide range of research and development workflows.
In addition to its performance and
design advantages, the KS-GPM-8 is backed by a reliable support program,
including a two-year limited warranty and lifetime technical assistance. This
ensures that users not only receive a reliable piece of laboratory equipment
but also ongoing support throughout the instrument’s service life.
Safety is another priority in the
KS-GPM-8. The enclosed grinding chamber prevents material spillage and reduces
exposure to fine particulates, which is particularly important when working
with toxic or nanomaterial samples. The electronic system is protected with a
universal power adapter and internal voltage regulation, ensuring consistent
performance regardless of the regional power standard.
In summary, the KS-GPM-8 agate grinding
mill represents a sophisticated solution for sample preparation in
high-precision applications. Its use of agate components for grinding, combined
with automation, safety, and inert-atmosphere compatibility, makes it an
indispensable tool for laboratories focused on purity, reproducibility, and
efficient sample processing. Whether used in academic research, industrial
development, or environmental analysis, this model is built to deliver results
with confidence and consistency.
Technical Parameters:
Model | KS-GPM-8 |
Working Voltage | 110-240V AC via 24V DC power adapter |
Max. Power Consumption | 150W |
Grinding Bowl | Inner diameter is 130mm |
Plastic Spatula | Designed for spreading the substance in the grinding bowl to improve mixing |
Grinding Speed (Mortar) | 0 - 10rpm |
Grinding Speed (Pestle) | 0 - 90rpm adjustable |
Grinding Pressure | Adjustable by spring |
Dimension | 240mm(L) x 240mm(W) x 500mm(H) or 9.4" x 9.4" x 19.7" |
Net Weight | 38 lbs |
Warranty | Two-year limited warranty with lifetime technical support |
Application Note | Please crush bulk sample before grinding using our electric Jaw crusher. This compact automatic grinder can be put into a glove box via airlock port and operate under inert gas. |