High-Speed Friction Washer
The essential machine for achieving superior purity in your plastic recycling line. Our friction washer uses high-speed mechanical scrubbing to vigorously remove dirt, grease, paper, and other stubborn contaminants from plastic flakes and films.
Elevate Your Product Quality
Investing in a high-performance friction washer is a direct investment in the value of your final product. Achieve higher purity, reduce waste, and build a reputation for quality.
Superior Contaminant Removal
The intense, high-speed scrubbing action at 500-600 RPM is expertly designed to dislodge and separate difficult contaminants like soil, sand, paper labels, and grease, ensuring a cleaner final product.
Durable & Low Maintenance
Engineered for longevity with wear-resistant steel blades, a dynamically balanced rotor, and isolated bearing housings that prevent water ingress, significantly reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
Efficient Washing & Dewatering
While its primary role is cleaning, the friction washer's high-speed action and perforated screen also act as an effective pre-dewatering step, removing a significant amount of water from the material surface.
The Principle of High-Speed Friction
Our machine uses a simple yet powerful mechanical process to purify plastic materials.
1. Infeed
Contaminated plastic flakes or film pieces are fed into the bottom of the inclined cylindrical chamber.
2. High-Speed Scrubbing
A central rotor with many angled paddles spins at 500-600 RPM, creating intense friction as the material scrubs against itself and the screen.
3. Discharge
Contaminants and water are expelled through the screen, while the clean plastic is propelled upwards and discharged from the top outlet.
Engineered for Reliability and Ease of Use
Dynamically Balanced Rotor
Ensures smooth, stable, and vibration-free performance even at high speeds, extending the life of all components.
Isolated Bearing Housing
A critical design feature that effectively prevents water and fine particles from entering the bearings, ensuring maximum durability.
Replaceable Paddles & Screen
The wear-resistant rotor paddles and the dewatering screen are designed to be easily replaceable, simplifying maintenance and minimizing downtime.
Water-Saving Design
An optimized water injection manifold and internal design ensure thorough cleaning while minimizing fresh water consumption, reducing your operational costs.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Motor Power (kW) | Rotor Diameter (mm) | Rotor Speed (RPM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX-400 | 11 | 400 | 520 |
| LX-450 | 15 | 450 | 520 |
| LX-550 | 22 | 500 | 520 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of a friction washer in a washing line?
The primary purpose is intensive cleaning. While a sink-float tank separates materials by density, a friction washer uses high-speed mechanical scrubbing to remove surface contaminants like dirt, sand, paper, and residual adhesives that may remain after initial washing stages.
Can this machine be used for both rigid flakes and soft films?
Yes, the friction washer is highly effective for both rigid plastic flakes (like PET, HDPE) and flexible plastics (like LDPE/LLDPE films). The high-speed action efficiently cleans and separates contaminants from all types of plastic surfaces.
Is it possible to have a "hot wash" with this machine?
Yes. While the standard process uses cold water, our friction washers can be integrated into a hot washing system. Using hot water (typically 60-80°C) is particularly effective for removing stubborn contaminants like grease, oil, and certain types of glue, resulting in an even higher purity final product.
Upgrade Your Cleaning Process
All our machines are built with SUS304 stainless steel contact parts and are available with CE certification. Contact our specialists to learn how a high-speed friction washer can elevate the quality of your recycled plastics.
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