The magic LAB® is a unique and multifunctional small-scale laboratory
machine. It is designed for mixing, dispersing, wet milling and
incorporation of powders into liquids. The magic LAB® is most frequently
used for the development of new products or for optimizing of existing
process techniques, particularly in the chemical, cosmetic,
pharmaceutical and food industries. It is an ideal machine for
continuous, circulating and batch processing with interchangeable
modules. Many work parameters of the magic LAB® are identical to those
of the IKA 2000 inline production machines: UTL, DR, CMS, MHD, MK and
MKO. Therefore, the magic LAB® ensures a reliable scale-up by offering
the possibility to work with the same method from formulation
development to mass production.
The basic in-line machine is equipped with the single-stage dispersing
module ULTRA-TURRAX® UTL. It is best suited for batch applications and
can be adapted for the manufacturing of dispersions from coarse to fine.
Compared to a conventional stirrer, the mixing time is reduced by up to
50%. Depending on the application, the basic unit can be modified
quickly with different working modules.
The module DISPAX-REACTOR® DR converts the magic LAB® to a multi-stage
high capacity dispersing machine for fine particle size reduction. In
just one pass, the module DR typically achieves fine dispersions with a
narrow particle size distribution. It also guarantees an optimum
homogeneity, which is an important pre-condition for the long-time
stability of emulsions or suspensions.
The module CMS is used for solid/liquid mixing; ideally suited for
enrichment of liquids by powders in a recirculation process. It creates a
vacuum at the powder inlet, thus sucking the powder directly into the
mixing chamber of the machine. It enables a quick, dust and lump-free
incorporation and energy-efficient homogeneous mixing.
The module MHD is designed for a fully continuous incorporation of
powders into liquids. By use of this module, the mixing relation of
solid and liquid should be volumetrically or gravimetrically controlled.
Depending on the product characteristics, dispersions with viscosities
up to 50 Pas or solid contents up to 80% can be achieved just after one
pass.
The modules Colloid Mill MK and Cone Mill MKO are used for wet or fine
milling of hard and granular raw materials or for the production of
finest emulsions as well as for improving of quality of finished
dispersions. The MK module consists of two cones with differently
directed flow channels on their surfaces. The cones can be shifted
against each other to a minimum distance, thus changing friction as well
as flow capacity. By adjusting the milling gap, the particle size can
be varied. The MKO module works on the same principle as the MK module
except the outlet area of its cones is coated with abrasion-resistant
tungsten carbide. This results in an enlarged friction surface that
enables to produce even finer suspensions at reduced flow.
The module ULTRA-TURRAX® UTC converts the magic LAB® into a batch
disperser when it is inverted and mounted onto a telescopic stand.
The magic LAB® can be extended to a Micro-Plant using a single or a
multi-stage inline dispersing machine, as well as a cone or a colloid
mill. This is an optimum solution for the development of formulations
and processes as well as for the determination of suitable tool.
Different process parameters such as speed, shear rate, temperature,
pressure and time can be optimized. There are two versions of
Micro-Plants available: The 1 ltr Micro-Plant is equipped with a
single-walled open vessel and the 2 ltr Micro-Plant is equipped with a
double-walled vessel (possibility to heat or cool the product).
Additionally, the 2 ltr Micro-Plant has the provision for special
extensions for working with pressure/vacuum. Due to their enormous
flexibility, both sizes of Micro-Plants are equipped with circulation
pipeline and three-way ball valve to choose in-between recirculation or
discharge.
When running continuously, the magic LAB® is admitted to temperatures up
to 80 °C and has a maximum working pressure of 2.5 bar. In short-term
operation, the seal materials are resistant for temperatures up to 120
°C. With an engine power of 900 W, the basic configuration with the
module UTL performs 26,000 revolutions per minute and has a throughput
of 130 l/h. The operation and information display is connected to the
magic LAB® by means of a connection cable. Parameters such as speed,
torque, and temperature can be set and recalled. Using labworldsoft®
software, the magic LAB® can be controlled via a PC.
The magic LAB® is delivered in a mobile transport box with rollers and
drawers for different modules, telescope handle, integrated power supply
as well as control and operation display. A state-of-the-art carrying
case which accommodates all the modules makes it convenient for the
transportation & storage Advantages of the magic LAB®:
Flexibility and ease of use: one machine suits for many applications and variety of processes
Optimum mixing , dispersing and wet milling results due to rotor tip speed up to 40 m/s and therefore high energy input into the working area
Simple heating or cooling of all modules
Together with inline machines of 2000 series enables seamless transition of processes from laboratory to production while retaining the product quality
Easy and quick exchange of the modules as well as conversion to a complete working plant
User-friendly operation via the magic LAB® controller
Practical transport and storage packaging
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