XQM-0.2 Planetary Ball Mill

The XQM-0.2 Planetary Ball Mill is a compact laboratory grinding system designed for fine powder preparation, material blending, mechanical alloying and nanoscale dispersion. In a planetary mill, the grinding jars rotate on their own axes while revolving around a central turntable. This combined motion generates high impact and shear forces between the milling media and the sample, enabling efficient size reduction and homogenisation for demanding research workflows. Official specifications for this 0.2 L model indicate four 50 mL jars, a minimum achievable particle size of about 0.1 μm, and programmable forward/reverse operation for controlled milling cycles.

Key Features and Specifications

• Total grinding jar capacity: 50 mL × 4
• Rotational speed: revolution 60–580 rpm; rotation 120–1160 rpm
• Speed ratio: 1:2
• Drive type: gear drive
• Power: 0.25 kW
• Maximum continuous operation: 72 hours
• Feed size: up to 10 mm for softer soil-like materials and up to 3 mm for many other materials
• Operation mode: two or four jars can run simultaneously
• Optional vacuum milling and programmable forward/reverse timing support more controlled processing conditions.
  
  

Materials and Compatibility

The system is compatible with multiple jar and media materials, including agate, alumina, zirconia, stainless steel, nylon, PTFE, polyurethane and other specialised options, allowing researchers to better manage contamination, wear and chemical compatibility. This makes the mill suitable for battery active materials, solid electrolytes, ceramic powders, catalysts, minerals, pigments and functional nanomaterials. Catalogue-style listings and distributor listings also indicate AC 110/220 V supply options depending on configuration.

Typical Applications

Researchers commonly use this style of planetary ball mill for:

• lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery material preparation
• electrode powder blending and particle refinement
• nanomaterial dispersion
• ceramic and mineral comminution
• small-batch formulation development
• sample preparation before thermal, structural or electrochemical testing.
  
  

Why Choose ScienceGears

ScienceGears supports Australian and New Zealand researchers with technically relevant equipment selection, workflow advice and integration with related laboratory tools such as glove boxes, furnaces, mixers, battery assembly equipment and electrochemical instrumentation. For laboratories needing a compact, research-scale milling platform with flexible jar materials and programmable operation, the XQM-0.2 offers a practical solution for reproducible fine grinding and advanced material development.