SMX Side Entry Agitator

SMX Side Entry Agitator Operating Principle

Side entry agitators DINAMIX SMX are used for the homogenization of liquids stored in large volume tanks. They are powered by means of a geared motor and are installed inclined in the lower part of the shell of the tank. The rotation of the propeller creates a flow that pushes the product towards the bottom of the tank, making it rise to the surface of the liquid through the tank wall on the opposite side of the agitator. This effect is favoured if the closure has a dished head. Likewise, the agitator is installed off-centre with respect to the tank to favour a circular flow in the radial plane. In this way, a complete homogenization of the product is ensured.

Side Entry Agitator Design and Features

• Robust and hygienic construction.
• Standardised flange.
• Stainless steel lantern to facilitate the inspection and maintenance of the mechanical seal.
• Hygienic design to avoid dead and difficult access spots to easy cleaning.
• High-efficiency impeller fixed to the shaft through a threaded hygienic connection.
• Different types of IE3 gear motors with food grade oil.
• Electric motor, 3 ph, IP55, 1500 rpm.

Materials

• Parts in contact with the product: 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
• Other steel parts: 1.4307 (AISI 304L)
• Mechanical seal: C/SiC
• Mechanical seal gasket: EPDM
• Surface finish : Ra ≤ 0,8 μm

Options

• Agitator without the lantern.
• SiC/SiC mechanical seal.
• Gaskets: FPM.
• Safety gland packing.
• Shut-off: system to change the mechanical seal without disassembly
  the agitator or emptying the tank.
• Motor with shroud.
• Hygienic design.
• ATEX certification.