NETZSCH Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS

Ultra Fine Dry Grinding

Business Unit
GRINDING & DISPERSING
NETZSCH Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS
Fluidized Bed Jet Mills set future ∙ a large range of materials of any A wide range of machine sizes

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trends for the fine grinding of dry hardness including lab-scale machines for
materials within the range of d97 = low contamination milling research or small production
2 µm to d97 = 70 µm and are grinding with amounts as well as larger
suitable for ∙∙∙
cold gas (0°C- 20°C)
hot gas up to 250°C
production scale machines allow
the milling of product quantities
inert gas from a few kg/h to several t/h.

Fluidized Bed Jet Mill Type CGS 71 with oil circulating lubrification for hot gas operation

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Operating Principle
The product to be milled is fed Milling occurs by particle to Fine particles together with the
through a double flap valve, into particle impact along the gas milling gas exit at the fines outlet
the flanged inlet (1) above the stream and at the centre of the (6) and are separated in a cyclone
milling nozzles. A bed of material chamber. The milling gas, laden or filter system.
with increasing velocity is formed with particles, rises centrally to the
in the base of the milling chamber classifier wheel (4), which is driven
(2) which is fluidized by the gas by a controlled variable speed
stream from the milling nozzles motor (5) with belt drive. Coarse
(3). Particles from the fluid bed are particles are rejected by the
drawn into the gas stream and classifier wheel and return directly
accelerated with increasing to the fluidized bed.
velocity towards the centre of the
chamber.

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Characteristics
Patented classifier design
Production of even finer materials than in the past is
now possible with the new CONVOR® classifier design.

Constant radial velocity inside the classifier wheel, a

co-rotating (exchangeable) immersion tube as well as
a sturdy mechanical assembly make it possible to
achieve the highest degree of fineness with maximum
throughputs and this with only one classifier wheel.
The classifier wheel is fitted with a vertical shaft. The
resulting symmetrical assembly of the classifier wheel
and the mill housing guarantees optimum flow. Coarse
particles are directed back to the fluidized bed, without
overloading the classifier wheel. This ensures consid-
erably reduced load on the classifier motor and
minimal wear.
Classifier wheel CONVOR®

Gas purged classifier gap

In the fines outlet housing,
through which the milling air,
classifier air and the fines leave the
mill, the impact velocity has been
reduced, so that wear and the
formation of build-up have been
largely eliminated.
The gap between classifier wheel
and the fines outlet is purged with
gas. To a large extent, this prevents
coarse particle migration into the
fine product. The hinged classifier
head simplifies cleaning and
maintenance. Therefore, the
classifier wheel and fines outlet are
easily accessible.
Low bed residue simplifies product
change process and reduces the
dwell time of the product in the
milling chamber.

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Weighing System
The fluidized bed level in the
milling chamber controls the
product feed. The weight of the
bed is constantly monitored by the
weighing system, which comprises
one load cell and two fixed
bearings. The data is analyzed and
transmitted to the feeding system
to ensure that the fluidized bed
depth is maintained at its
optimum level.

Load cell, mounted on CGS

grinding air

fixed load cell

bearing

fixed
bearing

No contamination of the material

The nozzles only supply the milling
gas. The product is accelerated in a
free gas jet. Size reduction is
carried out through the impact of
particle against particle.

Highly efficient milling procedure

The principle of milling in a fluidized bed guarantees the
best use of energy.
By using only a few, large, precisely positioned nozzles, this
advantage is increased. Losses in the grinding gas supply
are avoided by an optimum geometry of all pressure gas
Nozzle arrangement
supply parts.

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Efficient and flexible
Alternatives Bearings Nozzles
The design and machine size The solid construction of the The grinding gas nozzles can be
depends on the nature of the bearing housing and the delivered in various executions
product and its particle size optimized geometry of the locking and are selected to suit the desired
requirements. The mill is available gas sealing on the side of the fineness and throughput. The
in seven production sizes plus two classifying chamber guarantee a execution, diameter and the
for laboratory use, in addition long life and excellent, quiet (patented) distance between
special designs for machines can mechanical running. nozzles are selected to suit the
be chosen for a wide range of Two types of bearings are grinding gas pressure for the
applications. available: particular application, which is

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determined via a process, for
grease lubricated which a patent has also been
oil circulating lubrification for applied.
hot gas operation.

Laval-Nozzle

Cylindrical
Nozzle

H-Type
Nozzle

Fluidized Bed Jet Mill Type CGS 180 for milling air consumption of 11 660 m3/h.

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Materials of construction
The choice of material depends on the product to be milled. Carbon steel
as well as acid- and corrosion resistant stainless steels are standard. In
addition, wear protection designs are available for milling of very hard
abrasive material, which guarantee a contamination-free product. For
example, grinding chamber and fines outlet are lined with ceramic or
Vulkollan.

The classifier wheel is available in ceramic or hard metal design for the
highest operational demands. The advantages of the hard metal classifier
wheel, compared to other wear protected classifier wheels, is its higher
mechanical resistance, which means it can be operated at maximum Grinding chamber with ceramic lining
classifier wheel speeds. Therefore, extremely high finenesses can also be
obtained using just one classifier wheel.

Saving energy with the E-JET ®

The unique grinding process E-JET®,
for which a patent has been
System
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applied, makes the use of air jet
mills significantly more efficient Lower investment costs
The newest innovation
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through adapted grinding condi- Lower production costs
tions and an optimized process. For all machine sizes Jet grinding with superheated

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Energy savings of up to 30 % for Many different products steam – the new S-JET® system.
e.g. minerals or amorphous Highest grinding fineness This patented process, which
chemical products, are convincing Final product free of oversized renowned experts in the field of

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arguments! particles mechanical process engineering
Up to now, air jet mills were mainly Steep particle size distribution describe as a quantum leap for dry
used for higher value-added Grinding with minimum grinding, represents the latest

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products, but the new „E-JET® contamination further development of jet-milling.
system“ can now be used for Can be retrofitted on many Now final finenesses in submicron
jet-milling in completely new fields already existing plants ranges (e.g. d50 0.2 µm) can also be
of application. achieved.
Even products which could previ-
ously only be produced economi- Ask us for further details!
cally on mechanical mills, can now
be produced cheaply and with
negligible wear costs on the
Fluidized Bed Jet Mill of type CGS.
There is also a considerable

S-JET ®
potential for improving the cost
effectiveness of already existing
applications through energy
savings. The overall lower
investment costs for a grinding
System
plant make the new „E-JET® system“
an extremely interesting
alternative.

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 Machines and plant design
The Fluidized Bed Jet Mill can be ATEX conformity
designed in various executions
depending on product and EG-TYPE INSPECTION DOCUMENT
requirements. acc. to directive 94/9/EG, annex III
The Fluidized Bed Jet Mill type CGS
and its corresponding equipment
can be manufactured in PSR 10 bar
(g), suitable for products with dust
explosion hazards and also gas
tight, suitable for inert gas
operation.

II 1 (i) D / 2 (o) D c 100 °C

IBExU07ATEX1137X

Grinding Plant with Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS 150

Blower

Feeder

Bag filter

Fluidized Bed Jet Mill

Double flap valve

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Example: Pharmaceuticals
The pharmaceutical industry requires products such as active ingredients and excipients as well as finished
active ingredient formulations to be of a precisely defined high fineness, justifying the use of a fluidized bed jet
mill. The same applies partly to the food industry. In this industry, the extremely high quality required of the
final product also applies to the machines and plants used in the production process which must in turn ensure
the reproducibility and consistent high quality of final products.
The Fluidized Bed Jet Mill is optionally available in a Pharma design to meet the high demands of these indus-
tries. The types of stainless steel used, 1.4571, (316 Ti), 1.4435 and 1.4404 (316 L), are pretreated by grinding
and finished with an electrolytic polishing to give the necessary surface finish with an average peak-to-valley
height of Ra < 0.8 µm or even higher if required. Construction in accordance with GMP ensures rapid and
thorough cleaning on completion of the batch to prevent contamination of the next batch, which would impair
the required hygienic, technical and pharmacological parameters. Pipework connections and/or plant compo-
nents using quick release clamps simplify the rapid dismantling of the plant for cleaning purposes. FDA
approved materials are standard for e.g. sealings and lubricants.

In order to keep abreast of this application area, special know-how is required. NETZSCH has a team for Pharma
projects, which liaises with renowned scientific institutions in order to be able to offer our customers
competent and professional consulting.

Installation with Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS 32 in „Pharma design“

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 Examples of Applications and Technical Data
Fineness Capacity
Examples of products Size
[µm] [kg h-1]
Active coal d99 16 CGS 180 4 800
particle size distribution for hard
Ceramic catalyser d90 10 CGS 32 30 material on Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS 50
Ceramic pigments d99 9.1 CGS 50 535
Ceramic pigments d95 5.2 CGS 71 900
Cobalt metal d97 10 CGS 50 200

Sum distribution Q3
Cobalt oxide d99 5.8 CGS 71 700
Dental ceramics d50 2 - 35 CGS 32 150
Glass flakes d50 12.2 - 25 CGS 50 13 - 75
d99 = 1.88 µm
Glass frits d50 2.5 - 7 CGS 71 36 2 kg/h
Graphite (natural) d97 3.76 CGS 50 13.5 grinding gas 23°C

Graphite (syn.) d97 2.94 CGS 50 19.7

Hard materials d97 2.75 CGS 50 137 Particle size d [µm]
Hard materials d50 0.8 CGS 16 4.5
Hard materials d99 1.88 CGS 50 2
particle size distribution for graphite
Iron oxide d97 2.7 CGS 100 1 000 powder on Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS 50
Lithium cobalt oxide d99 6 CGS 50 700
Manganese oxide, activated d50 1.8 CGS 32 50

Sum distribution Q3
Mica d99 24.1 CGS 71 193
Molybdenum d99 34 CGS 16 32
Molybdenum disulphite d99 3.5 CGS 50 45
Neodymium ferroboron d97 4 - 40 CGS 10 5
d97 = 3.76 µm
Organic pigments d99 6.5 CGS 50 79 13.5 kg/h
Oxalates d97 5 - 10 CGS 32 15 - 45 grinding gas 152°C

Pesticide d99,9 44 CGS 71 1 000

Petrol coke, calcined d70 5 CGS 10 1-5 Particle size d [µm]
Pharmaceutical products d97 20 CGS 32 100
Powder coating d97 8.9 CGS 50 55
particle size distribution for pesticides
Ruthenium d99 50 CGS 16 40 on Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS 71
Shell lime d99 6.3 CGS 50 39
Silica gel d50 8 CGS 50 290 d99.9 = 44 µm
1000 kg/h
Silica d90 9.8 CGS 71 360
Sum distribution Q3

grinding gas 52°C

Silicates, inorganic d95 10 CGS 50 100
Talc d99 10 - 20 CGS 120 830 - 2 200
Tungsten carbide d99 3 CGS 50 66
Toner (one comp.) d95 13.5 CGS 50 56
Toner (two comp.) d50 11 CGS 71 86
Toner (micro) d50 6.2 CGS 180 375
Toner (colour) d99 14.2 CGS 71 200 Particle size d [µm]
Wax d97 11 CGS 71 330

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Technical data CGS 10 CGS 16 CGS 32 CGS 50 CGS 71 CGS 100 CGS 120 CGS 150 CGS 180

Capacity factor - - 0.35 1 2 4 6 9 12

Air flow * m h3 -1
60 90 330 960 1 920 3 860 5 770 8 930 11 660
Number of milling nozzles pcs. 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4
Nozzle diameter mm 2.1 2.6 5.0 8.5 12.0 17.0 18.0 22.4 25.6
Milling chamber ** mm 170 210 350 600 800 1 200 1 500 1 800 2 100
Classifier wheel power max. kW 0.55 1.5 2.2 7.5 15 30 45 75 90
Max. speed min -1
18 000 12 000 7 000 5 100 3 600 2 300 2 200 1 700 1 400
Fineness d97*** µm 2 - 120 2 - 120 2.5 - 70 2.5 - 80 3 - 85 3.5 - 90 4 - 90 5 - 90 5 - 90
Length (A) mm 250 500 1 000 1 450 1 800 2 140 3 300 3 600 4 200
Depth (B) mm 360 550 1 000 1 450 1 800 2 340 3 300 3 600 4 200
Height (C) mm 650 800 1 575 2 270 2 880 3 930 5 000 7 000 7 700
Weight (approx.) kg 80 160 680 1 200 3 000 5 400 12 500 24 000 29 000
* Air flow based on pressure of 8 bar (abs.) and 20°C
** outer ø
*** based on limestone (density 2.7 kg/l)

Test our Fluidized Bed Jet Mill CGS!

We can run trials in our laboratory on different machine sizes with your material!

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The World’s Leading Grinding Technology

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Bobingen, Germany Terrassa/Barcelona, Spain Tula, Russia

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Private Ltd. Arpajon, France Barcelona, Spain
Chennai, India

The NETZSCH Group is a mid-sized, family-owned German company engaging in the manufacture of machinery
and instrumentation with worldwide production, sales, and service branches.
The three Business Units – Analyzing & Testing, Grinding & Dispersing and Pumps & Systems – provide tailored
solutions for highest-level needs. Over 3 400 employees at 210 sales and production centers in 35 countries
across the globe guarantee that expert service is never far from our customers.

G&D · CGS · EN · 07/2017 · Technical specifications are subject to change.

NETZSCH Trockenmahltechnik GmbH

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