EQP-210 Semiautomatic Pellet Press

The EQP-210 Semiautomatic Hydraulic Pellet Press is a powerful and versatile laboratory instrument designed to produce high-quality, homogeneous, and stable pellets for analytical applications. Built for laboratories requiring reliable and repeatable sample preparation, the EQP-210 combines semiautomatic operation, programmable control, and robust mechanical design to deliver consistent pellet quality for analytical techniques such as X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).

Pellet preparation is a critical step in many analytical workflows, as the quality and uniformity of the pellet directly influence the accuracy and reliability of the results. The EQP-210 addresses this requirement by applying controlled hydraulic pressure to compact powdered samples into dense, cohesive pellets suitable for laboratory analysis. With its advanced hydraulic system and automated pressing cycles, the press ensures consistent pellet formation while minimizing operator effort.

One of the main advantages of the EQP-210 is its versatility in handling a wide range of pressing tools. The press is compatible with all EQUILAB pressing tools, allowing laboratories to prepare pellets of various diameters according to specific analytical requirements. Its wide pressing area supports pressing tools ranging from 40 mm to 8 mm in diameter, providing flexibility for different sample preparation methods.

The EQP-210 can produce pellets with a high degree of cohesion and structural stability, whether or not binding agents such as wax or boric acid are used. This capability ensures that pellets remain intact during handling and analysis, delivering reliable and repeatable results in demanding laboratory environments.

To improve operational efficiency, the EQP-210 offers up to five programmable working programs. These programs allow operators to configure pressing parameters depending on the characteristics of the sample material or analytical method being used. The settings can be easily adjusted through the integrated 7-inch full-color touchscreen, which provides an intuitive and modern interface for controlling the pressing process.

The press supports both single-cycle and double-cycle pressing modes. The double-cycle option is particularly useful when working with samples that contain occluded gases. During this process, the sample undergoes two compression stages within the same cycle, allowing trapped gases to escape between pressing phases. This helps prevent pellet cracks, irregularities, or structural weaknesses, resulting in higher-quality pellets and more reliable analytical measurements.

Another important feature of the EQP-210 is its exclusive pressing tool exchange system, developed specifically for EQUILAB presses. This system allows operators to quickly interchange specialized tools designed for additional laboratory tasks such as cutting, crushing, or punching samples, as well as preparing steelworks test tubes. This capability significantly expands the functionality of the press, transforming it into a versatile tool for multiple laboratory operations.

The EQP-210 is also designed with operator safety and reliability in mind. The press includes a safety cabinet constructed from aluminium and polycarbonate, protecting the operator while maintaining clear visibility of the pressing area. An encoded open-door detection system ensures that the press cannot operate while the safety cabinet is open, providing an additional level of operational security.

Thanks to its robust mechanical structure and powerful hydraulic system, the EQP-210 can generate pressing forces of up to 40 tons, allowing it to compact a wide range of materials into dense and stable pellets. This high pressing capacity ensures consistent pellet formation even when working with challenging materials.

The press is capable of producing up to 30 pellets per hour, making it suitable for laboratories that require moderate to high sample throughput while maintaining strict quality standards.

With its combination of versatility, productivity, programmable control, and durable construction, the EQP-210 Semiautomatic Pellet Press is an ideal solution for laboratories performing XRF, FTIR, and other analytical sample preparation processes. Its flexible tooling options and automated operation make it a valuable instrument for analytical laboratories, research facilities, and industrial quality control environments.

• Semiautomatic hydraulic press for laboratory pellet preparation

• Maximum pressing force of 40 tons

• Compatible with all EQUILAB pressing tools

• Supports pellet diameters from 8 mm to 40 mm

• Suitable for XRF and FTIR pellet preparation

• Exclusive pressing tool exchange system for additional tools

• Supports crushing, cutting, and punching tools

• Up to 5 programmable pressing programs

• Single-cycle and double-cycle pressing modes

• Double pressing cycle removes occluded gases to prevent pellet cracks

• 7-inch full-color touchscreen interface

• Safety cabinet with open-door detection system

• Robust and durable laboratory design

• Reliable and repeatable pellet preparation

The EQP-210 Semiautomatic Pellet Press is widely used for sample preparation in laboratories across multiple industries, including:

• Cement industry laboratories

• Metallurgy laboratories

• Thermal power plants

• Environmental laboratories

• Material recovery industry

• Recycling industry

• Geology and mineralogy laboratories

• Ceramics industry

• Industrial and research laboratories

Typical sample preparation uses include:

• Pellet preparation for XRF analysis using binding agents such as wax or boric acid

• KBr pellet preparation for FTIR analysis

• Laboratory sample compaction and preparation

• Sample cutting, crushing, and punching using specialized tools

The EQP-210 is equipped with an advanced digital control system operated through a 7-inch full-color touchscreen interface.

The control software allows operators to:

• Configure and store up to five programmable pressing programs

• Select single-cycle or double-cycle pressing modes

• Adjust operation time and pressing parameters

• Monitor pressure using the digital manometer

• Achieve consistent and repeatable pellet production

The intuitive interface simplifies laboratory workflows and ensures reliable pellet preparation.