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TENCANPLANETARY BALL MILLS

XQM series

Vertical square planetary ball mill

A vertical cabinet-style planetary mill for mixing, fine grinding and research sample preparation.

Overview

A vertical cabinet-style planetary mill for mixing, fine grinding and research sample preparation. The published XQM chart spans laboratory and larger configurations, so the model should be selected from the detailed table rather than from a shortened series label.

How it works

Four jars rotate on a revolving planetary disc. The combined motion drives impact and friction inside each jar. Processing can be organized as dry milling, wet milling or an appropriately specified sealed-jar process.

Key features

  • Four jar positions, with compatible standard and vacuum-jar volumes listed by model.
  • Separate tables identify capacity, physical dimensions, drive power and speed ranges.
  • Larger models have different power, supply and control arrangements; they are not simply higher-volume laboratory units.

Specifications

Published catalog references are reproduced below. Nominal volume is not a sample-mass rating. Confirm the selected model, material grade, electrical supply and complete supplied configuration in the quotation.

Model specifications — 1
ModelNominal capacityConfiguration classCompatible jar volumeJar positionsCompatible vacuum jar volume
XQM-0.40.4LLaboratory25-100mL450mL vacuum jar
XQM-11LLaboratory50-500mL450-250mL vacuum jar
XQM-22LLaboratory50-500mL450-250mL vacuum jar
XQM-44LLaboratory250-1000mL450-500mL vacuum jar
XQM-66LLaboratory1-1.5L450-1000mL vacuum jar
XQM-88LLaboratory1-2L41-1.5L vacuum jar
XQM-1010LLaboratory1-2.5L41-2L vacuum jar
XQM-1212LLaboratory1-3L41-2L vacuum jar
XQM-1616LLaboratory2-4L41-3L vacuum jar
XQM-2020LProduction2-5L42-4L vacuum jar
XQM-4040LProduction5-10L45L vacuum jar
XQM-6060LProduction10-15L410L vacuum jar
XQM-8080LProduction15-20L415L vacuum jar
XQM-100100LProduction20-25L420L vacuum jar
XQM-200200LProduction50L425L vacuum jar
Model specifications — 2
ModelMachine mass (kg)Dimensions (mm)
XQM-0.435550x300x360
XQM-1100760×470×580
XQM-2100760×470×580
XQM-4100760×470×580
XQM-6100760×470×580
XQM-8168900×600×640
XQM-10168900×600×640
XQM-12168900×600×640
XQM-16203950×600×710
XQM-203921200×790×930
XQM-406561400×880×1070
XQM-609501600×1070×1250
XQM-8013001750×1140×1330
XQM-10013001800×1150×1140
XQM-20027252670×1600×2804
Model specifications — 3
ModelElectrical supplySupply phaseMotor power (kW)Speed controlProgrammable run time (min)
XQM-0.4220V 50HzSingle phase0.25kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-1220V 50HzSingle phase0.75kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-2220V 50HzSingle phase0.75kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-4220V 50HzSingle phase0.75kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-6220V 50HzSingle phase0.75kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-8220V 50HzSingle phase1.5kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-10220V 50HzSingle phase1.5kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-12220V 50HzSingle phase1.5kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-16380V 50HzThree phase3kWVariable-frequency control1-9999
XQM-20380V 50HzThree phase4kWTouchscreen1-9999
XQM-40380V 50HzThree phase5.5kWTouchscreen1-9999
XQM-60380V 50HzThree phase7.5kWTouchscreen1-9999
XQM-80380V 50HzThree phase11kWTouchscreen1-9999
XQM-100380V 50HzThree phase11kWTouchscreen1-9999
XQM-200380V 50HzThree phase22kWTouchscreen1-9999
Model specifications — 4
ModelReversing interval (min)Planetary disc speed (rpm)Jar rotation speed (rpm)Revolution : rotation ratioPublished noise level (dB)
XQM-0.41-9990-4350-8701:258±5
XQM-11-9990-4050-8101:260±5
XQM-21-9990-4050-8101:260±5
XQM-41-9990-4050-8101:260±5
XQM-61-9990-3350-6701:260±5
XQM-81-9990-2900-5801:260±5
XQM-101-9990-2900-5801:260±5
XQM-121-9990-2900-5801:260±5
XQM-161-9990-2550-5101:265±5
XQM-201-9990-2150-4301:265±5
XQM-401-9990-1950-3901:268±5
XQM-601-9990-1740-2601:1.568±5
XQM-801-9990-1610-2421:1.568±5
XQM-1001-9990-1610-2421:1.568±5
XQM-2001-9990-1430-2151:1.568±5

Applications

Research samples, ceramic and battery-material development, mineral powders and small-batch process studies.

Suitability depends on the actual sample, process and analytical requirements; a listed application is not a guaranteed final-particle-size result.

Accessories and options

Select jar and media materials, a compatible vacuum closure and the control interface. Ask about air cooling, liquid-nitrogen cooling or other assistance as a configured system, with utilities and temperature measurement agreed in advance.

  • Jar and media: confirm material, volume, holder fit and the complete working load.
  • Vacuum or gas requirements: specify the complete jar, lid and seal arrangement; no pressure rating is assumed.
  • Utilities and supply scope: state voltage, frequency, phase, destination and required documents; confirm included versus optional items.

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Selection guidance

Use the published model rows to check jar size and machine dimensions. Where production batches are intended, also compare the dedicated production-scale XQM range.

Work through the selection guide · Request a configuration quotation

Trials and comparisons

Equipment-family reference

Silica

XQM; exact model not recorded · Dry milling

  • Sample: 176 g
  • Jar: 500 mL alumina/corundum jar
  • Recorded sampling / duration: 45 min
Recorded observations
ObservationSampling timeD50 (µm)D90 (µm)
Starting sampleBefore milling26.1558.62
Recorded sample45 min1.773.69

This is an XQM-family record, not verification of every XQM model. The requested 1 µm target was not demonstrated. Exact ceramic/media grades and measurement/dispersion methods are not supplied.

Equipment-family reference

Ore samples

XQM; exact model not recorded · Two agate-jar sample runs

  • Sample: 40.2 g and 102 g
  • Jar: 250 mL agate jar; agate media
  • Recorded sampling / duration: 90 min per sample
Recorded observations
SampleSample massD50 (µm)D90 (µm)
Sample 140.2 g2.829.03
Sample 2102 g3.6211.23

Both samples were recorded in one entry, but identical composition/batch and all other conditions are not established. The difference cannot be attributed solely to sample loading. The 3 h total covers two 90 min runs.

How to plan a fair comparison

For a scale or jar-size comparison, retain the same material batch and analytical method and record the actual sample and media loads. Nominal mill capacities alone do not establish equivalent process conditions.

These anonymous records are not operating instructions. Measurement and dispersion methods are not fully specified in the test summaries; results apply to the reported samples and conditions.

Discuss a matched sample evaluation

Product FAQs

How do laboratory and larger production XQM models differ?

Check each model’s jar capacity, drive power, supply, controls, dimensions and permitted load. Larger models need a separate process and installation assessment. Compare the dedicated production range when planning larger batches; nominal volume alone does not establish scale-up performance.

How should I select the XQM series configuration?

Use the published model rows to check jar size and machine dimensions. Where production batches are intended, also compare the dedicated production-scale XQM range. Four jar positions, with compatible standard and vacuum-jar volumes listed by model. Nominal mill capacity is not the usable sample mass; account for media and working space.

Which jars and grinding media should I request for this mill?

The XQM table separates standard jar and vacuum-jar volumes by model; a larger lid may change the permitted fit. Choose the jar working material and media around sample chemistry and contamination limits; confirm the complete loaded mass.

Are cooling and ultrasonic equipment included?

Select jar and media materials, a compatible vacuum closure and the control interface. Ask about air cooling, liquid-nitrogen cooling or other assistance as a configured system, with utilities and temperature measurement agreed in advance. Optional equipment is included only when it is explicitly listed in the agreed configuration and quotation.

What trial evidence is available for this mill?

Silica: XQM; exact model not recorded, 176 g in 500 mL alumina/corundum jar, 45 min. This is an XQM-family record, not verification of every XQM model. The requested 1 µm target was not demonstrated. Exact ceramic/media grades and measurement/dispersion methods are not supplied. A free sample-grinding application can be reviewed by TENCAN engineers.

What should I include in an export quotation request?

Specify XQM series, sample and jar requirements, destination, mains voltage, frequency and phase. Use the published model rows to check jar size and machine dimensions. Where production batches are intended, also compare the dedicated production-scale XQM range. Confirm included accessories, packing, required documents, commercial terms and lead time in the quotation.

Start with your sample.

Nominal capacity, jar volume and usable sample load are different. Confirm the model, jars and electrical requirements with our engineers.

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