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Superior fin
baffle extra long
for mixing and
Interchangeable
temperature sensing
with RA Series
small batches.
reactors.
Dual Flight Agitator
Superior corrosion
resistance with
Pfaudler Glasteel
interior.
Higher internal
and jacket
pressure rating.
Patented interference-
fit, glass-to-glass
joint locks the Cryo-Lock
impeller to the shaft.
All legs designed
for wind and
seismic conditions.
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Pfaudler RS Series
Introducing the new standard in Fin Baffle
glass-steel reactor design for the The effectiveness of a baffle is a function of its
shape, size and placement within the reactor.
chemical process industry. The fin is the latest design in glass-lined baffle
technology and offers a flat blade, has a generous
Offering the same basic features
overall width and is oriented toward the vessel
Pfaudler has provided for decades wall. This results in a substantial increase in
top quality, reliability and ruggedness. effectiveness over competitive offerings.
In addition, our fin baffle is flange mounted
But now with a new series of fea-
(which eliminates the stuffing box), is easily
tures which are Pfaudler-exclusive installed and extends
and unmatched in the industry. to within inches of the
bottom head. Low Why Use a Glasteel Reactor
level baffling and The specially formulated glass lining, fused
Larger Manways temperature sensing to a steel substrate, is highly corrosion
is now possible. resistant and chemically inert to nearly all
All RS Series reactors now have large diameter
manways for easier and safer access into the substances. It is the ideal environment for
Top Head processing ultra-pure products.
reactor. Also, an integrally fused sight glass
More process nozzles
(there is no mounting hardware) and stainless Its smooth surface resists adherence by
are provided, and
steel spring assist are now standard. viscous or sticky materials and cleans easily.
the large drive access
cover has been elimi- Glasteel is strong. Fusing glass to steel
Higher Pressure Ratings
nated. No more large produces a composite material with the
Since many chemical processes today require
gaskets to shim or advantages of glass and the strength of
higher pressures, we have increased the internal
numerous clamps steel. It has a high resistance to impact
pressure rating by 25%! All RS Series reactors are
to tighten. and thermally induced stresses.
rated for 125 psig internal pressure. All jackets
are rated for 100 psig.
Low Temperatures
Cryo-Lock Mixing System Many processes today run at lower temperatures.
All shells and heads of the RS Series utilize fine
Pfaudlers patented shrink-fit glassed impellers
grain carbon steel which have significantly
are designed to fit through the manway and are
improved low temperature characteristics.
installed inside the reactor without having to
remove the shaft, drive or motor. Impellers are
Easy Installation
quickly installed, resulting in significantly reduced
The RS-Series reactor can replace existing
downtime costs.
standard RA vessels with minimal piping or
The standard impeller is the versatile curved support modifications.
blade turbine which promotes excellent blending,
gas dispersion, suspension and heat transfer. Standard and Custom Designs
However, a variety of impeller designs are avail- Choose from a full line of Pfaudler RS-Series
able to handle every mixing requirement. Pfaudler Glasteel reactors, with models ranging from 300
will recommend the optimum configuration for to 15,000 gallons. These configurations can be
your specific application. customized to meet specific design requirements.
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RS48-Series
300 gal. 500 gal.
dimensions (inches)
A 33 58
B 48 73
C 52.25 77.25
D 122.625 147.625
E 32 51
capacity (gallons)
Working 300 500
Top Head 63 63
Bottom Head 63 63
Per Inch of 7.83 7.83
Straight Side
To Bottom 20 20
of Impeller
To Top 54 54
of Impeller
To Bottom 42 42
of Baffle
Jacket 75 110
weight (pounds)
Without 3,550 4,750
Accessories
Total 4,800 6,200
Including Drive,
Agitator, Baffle
Add for Shipment 150 150
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RS60-Series
750 gal. 1000 gal.
dimensions (inches)
A 52 72
B 70 90
C 74.25 94.25
D 147.375 175.625
E 33.5 47.5
F 47.5 67.5
capacity (gallons)
Working 750 1000
Top Head 122 122
Bottom Head 122 122
Per Inch of 12.24 12.24
Straight Side
To Bottom 34 34
of Impeller
To Top 98 98
of Impeller
To Bottom 67 67
of Baffle
Jacket 141 171
weight (pounds)
Without 6,050 7,250
Accessories
Total 7,900 9,450
Including Drive,
Agitator, Baffle
Add for Shipment 200 200
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RS78-Series
1500 gal. 2000 gal.
dimensions (inches)
A 65 84
B 87.5 106.5
C 92.5 111.5
D 179 198
E 43 60
F 61 81
capacity (gallons)
Working 1500 2000
Top Head 269 269
Bottom Head 269 269
Per Inch of 20.69 20.69
Straight Side
To Bottom 60 60
of Impeller
To Top 165 165
of Impeller
To Bottom 135 135
of Baffle
Jacket 255 301
weight (pounds)
Without 11,630 13,380
Accessories
Total 14,000 15,900
Including Drive,
Agitator, Baffle
Add for Shipment 450 450
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RS96-Series
3000 gal. 4000 gal.
dimensions (inches)
A 77 109
B 105.5 137.5
C 110.5 142.5
D 213.75 251.5
E 52.5 72.5
F 74.5 102.5
capacity (gallons)
Working 3000 4000
Top Head 501 501
Bottom Head 501 501
Per Inch of 31.33 31.33
Straight Side
To Bottom 93 93
of Impeller
To Top 320 320
of Impeller
To Bottom 258 258
of Baffle
Jacket 366 453
weight (pounds)
Without 20,950 26,300
Accessories
Total 26,000 30,400
Including Drive,
Agitator, Baffle
Add for Shipment 900 900
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SB81-500-2
Chemical Reactor
Services, Ltd.
Glasteel Parts Bolton, England
and Services Bilston, England
Rochester, New York
Pfaudler-Werke GmbH
Schwetzingen, Germany
Pfaudler Equipamentos
Industriais Ltda. Suzhou Pfaudler
Taubate, SP, Brazil Glass-Lined Equipment
Company Ltd.
Suzhou, China