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RAM II Jacketed Vessel Users’ Manual  

 

 

INTRODUCTION 

 

 

 

Resodyn Acoustic Mixers, Inc. 

010320 

 

 

Introduction 

 

The Resodyn Jacketed Vessel is a processing accessory designed for use with the 

Resodyn LabRAM II mixing platform. The Jacketed Vessel allows heating or cooling 

before, during, or after the mixing process via heat transfer fluid or “jacket” flowing through 

the outer fixture h=enclosing the mixing vessel.  
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 Mixing (RAM) utilizes acoustic energy to mix liquids, powders, 

slurries, and pastes rapidly, efficiently, and thoroughly. Please refer to the Users’ Manual 

provided with the LabRAM II mixer for more detailed information about RAM technology 

and visit 

www.resodynmixers.com

 

This manual will provide vital LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel information on the following: 

  Understanding the major components  

  Setting up the Jacketed Vessel hardware 

  Safe operation of the Jacketed Vessel using a LabRAM II  

  Cleaning and maintenance of the equipment  

  Obtaining additional accessories or replacement parts 

 

Key features of the LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel: 

  Control of fluid temperature from 0°F cooling to 302°F heating (-18°C to 150°C) 

  Facilitates mix quality when temperature control is required  

  Access ports to enable use of the vacuum processing option  

  Enables temperature monitoring with access port for RTD hardware 

  Removable, replaceable mixing vessel liner in multiple sizes 

 

The Jacketed Vessel system provides the following processing advantages: 

  Improved mixing results via constant or ramped temperature operation before, 

during, or after mixing 

  Control of heating/cooling fluid using LabRAM< II’s integrated Operating System 

  Recording of vacuum and temperature measurements  

  Durable stainless steel construction is compatible with most mixing materials and 

coolants, including steam, water, antifreeze, hot oil, etc. 

 

Not covered in this manual are: 

  Details, use, operation, or repair of LabRAM II, Pharma RAM II, or LabRAM II H 

mixers. Please refer to those manuals for more information 

  Heat transfer fluid heating, cooling, circulation, and control systems.  

Call 406 497-5333 for more information about heater chiller cooling options 

Summary of Contents for LabRAM II

Page 1: ...Resodyn Acoustic Mixers Inc 130 N Main Street Suite 630 Butte MT 59701 406 497 5333 www resodynmixers com LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel Users Manual ...

Page 2: ...tant Safety Notes 5 4 General Notes 7 4 1 System Description 7 5 Installation 9 5 1 Jacketed Vessel Assembly Component Pictures 9 5 2 Jacketed Vessel Accessory Installation and Removal 11 6 Operating Instructions 13 6 1 LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel Accessory Operation 13 7 Service Information 14 7 1 Maintenance and Service 14 8 Supplemental Information 15 8 1 Replacement Parts 15 ...

Page 3: ... additional accessories or replacement parts Key features of the LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel Control of fluid temperature from 0 F cooling to 302 F heating 18 C to 150 C Facilitates mix quality when temperature control is required Access ports to enable use of the vacuum processing option Enables temperature monitoring with access port for RTD hardware Removable replaceable mixing vessel liner in mu...

Page 4: ...Mixing Power The amount of power being delivered by the RAM system to perform mixing Mixing Regime Specific modes of mixing For example a fluid will change regimes as it undergoes changes in acceleration from an incompressible liquid containing few headspace bubbles to a fluid that is fully integrated with the compressible headspace such that the two are indistinguishable from each other PTFE Poly...

Page 5: ...0 psig 1 to 4 5 bar absolute jacket pressure Suitable for intermittent or continuous operation For use in non hazardous environments or if used with the LabRAM II H mixing platform in hazardous environments as classified by the United States National Electrical Code NEC Class I Div I and Class II Div I 3 2 Warnings and Cautions Throughout the manual the following symbol is used to identify warning...

Page 6: ...nstalling tubing or opening the Jacketed Vessel CAUTIONS Use recommended fittings only Use of improper fittings and or improper connection to fittings may result in leakage at the fittings A user supplied heat transfer fluid circuit pressure relief bypass valve must be installed in a potentially high pressure system to prevent the pump from exceeding the maximum rated pressure i e 50 psig 3 5 bar ...

Page 7: ... two small required for face seal between Jacketed Vessel fixture and removable mixing vessel and between the removable mixing vessel and Jacket fixture lid For O rings of special materials please call 406 497 5333 6 long 316 SS sheathed Resistance Temperature Detector RTD PTFE RTD sleeve PTFE front and rear ferrules and compression nut RTD Cable Vacuum lines connecting LabRAM II vacuum ports to J...

Page 8: ...10119 Figure 4 1 Jacketed vessel cutaway showing the components included in the assembly except hoses and cables RTD Assembly Jacketed Vessel Lid Vacuum Port 1 of 2 Sanitary Quick Clamp Heat Transfer Fluid Port Bolt for Mounting on LabRAM II O ring Face Seals Mixing Liner Jacketed Vessel Jacket ...

Page 9: ...ble mixing vessel in which mix materials are added and mixed and the Jacketed Vessel fixture lid with integrated RTD and vacuum ports In Figure 5 2 the fully assembled Jacketed Vessel is pictured mounted on a LabRAM II mixer resonator plate with all connections attached Note that each line or cable attached to the Jacketed Vessel fixture forms a gradual arc or service loop to accommodate the verti...

Page 10: ... Vessel Users Manual SAFETY INFORMATION Resodyn Acoustic Mixers Inc 10 Rev 110119 Figure 5 2 Jacketed Vessel mounted on a Resodyn LabRAM II mixer Figure 5 3 RTD assembly sleeve nut and ferrules used to seal the RTD feed ...

Page 11: ...Attach each of the Heat Transfer Fluid Hoses to the back panel of the LabRAM II mixer as shown in Figure 5 2 The Jacketed Vessel should work equally well regardless of the direction of flow but if a specific flow direction is desired note the hose locations Place the removable Mixing Vessel on top of the now mounted and installed Jacketed Vessel fixture Place an O Ring in each of the two O Ring gr...

Page 12: ...up or down relative to the Jacketed Vessel lid during resonant acoustic mixing at high i e 100 g accelerations If process vacuum is to be used loosen the white compression nuts in the back panel and thread each of the Vacuum Lines from the vacuum unit through the back of the panel to form a gradual 90 degree arc service loop down to the Jacketed Vessel fixture lid as shown in Figure 5 2 Attach the...

Page 13: ...ssure if used and heating cooling transfer fluid supply pressure e g turn off the heat transfer fluid pump If the Jacketed Vessel is not isolated from the heating cooling transfer fluid supply pressure before unclamping the Jacketed Vessel transfer fluid will leak out onto the mixer platform Loosen and remove the Sanitary Quick Clamp and remove the Jacketed Vessel fixture lid from the Jacketed Ves...

Page 14: ... remove the Jacketed Vessel fixture lid from the removable Mixing Vessel to recover the processed material Take care not to contaminate the materials with the transfer fluid from the underside of the Mixing Vessel liner 7 Service Information 7 1 Maintenance and Service The LabRAM II Jacketed Vessel accessory should only be operated when it is in good working condition If the system shows any signs...

Page 15: ... O Ring Small Viton 6 4 A01A 0250 20 00750 ABB 1 4 Hex Head Bolt 7 1 102760 Mixing Liner 16 oz Stainless 8 1 102761 Jacketed Vessel Lid 9 1 102784 RTD PTFE Sleeve 10 1 3305 O Ring Small Viton 11 1 3306 O Ring Large Viton 12 1 903345 RTD Cable not shown 13 1 903324 RTD Assembly 6 Probe 14 1 2956 1 2 PTFE Ferrule Set 15 4 102665 Tube Plug PTFE 16 2 1339 Heat Transfer Fluid Hose for Service Loop not ...

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