ZL-PC1200A High Volume Plastic Shredder 44kW 2000kg/h Extra-Large OEM
Extra-large OEM factories producing 50,000-100,000 tonnes of finished plastic products annually need crusher capacity matched to mega-production scale. The ZL-PC1200A High Volume Plastic Shredder delivers 2000 kg/h continuous throughput with the 44 kW motor and 28 SKD-11 rotating blades that extra-large OEM facilities need to feed downstream wash, separation, and extrusion lines at full rated throughput.
| Model | ZL-PC1200A | Power | 44 kW (60 HP) |
| Voltage | 3-Phase 380V / 50Hz (Customizable: 220V/415V/440V/480V) | Motor Speed | 1480 rpm |
| Capacity | 2000 kg/h | Feed Opening | 950 x 580 mm |
| Rotating Blades | 28 pcs SKD-11 | Fixed Blades | 4 pcs SKD-11 |
| Screen Hole | 8-18 mm (customizable) | Net Weight | 2500 kg |
| Machine Size (L x W x H) | 2300 x 1750 x 2500 mm | Crushing Chamber | 1000 x 620 mm |
| Material Compatibility | PET, PP, PE, PVC, ABS, PS, PC, PMMA, PA, PU | Noise Level | max 95 dB |
| Warranty | 1 year (consumables excluded) | Certifications | CE / ISO 9001:2015 |
The ZL-PC1200A uses a 44 kW three-phase induction motor with a service factor of 1.15 (50.6 kW peak surge). Continuous-rated torque at 1480 rpm motor speed is 283.9 Nm at the motor shaft, which after the hardened steel gearbox reduction (5:1 ratio) reaches 1420 Nm at the rotor hub. That is 16% more torque than the ZL-PC1000 38 kW unit (1226 Nm at the rotor hub) and 47% more than the ZL-PC800 30 kW unit (968 Nm).
For extra-large OEM operations running 24 hours per day, the 16% torque headroom translates directly to sustained throughput on the most demanding materials: thick-walled PVC pipe (12-15 mm wall), large HDPE drums (200L with 12 mm wall), and high-glass-fiber PA66 (40-50% GF). The ZL-PC1200A maintains 2000 kg/h across these demanding materials where the ZL-PC1000 would drop to 1500-1600 kg/h.
The ZL-PC1200A rotor mounts 28 SKD-11 rotating blades paired with 4 SKD-11 fixed blades, giving 56 active cutting events per rotor revolution. SKD-11 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel (similar to AISI D2) with working hardness 58-60 HRC, holding a working edge through 800-1200 hours of continuous PET crushing service before re-sharpening. Each blade is reversible, yielding two cutting edges per blade.
The 28-blade rotor geometry was selected specifically for 2000 kg/h sustained throughput. Compared to 27-blade designs (PC1000) that reach 1500 kg/h ceiling, the 28-blade rotor maintains consistent flake size across the full 1700-2000 kg/h operating range. For a 100,000 tonne/year OEM operation, that extra 300-500 kg/h adds 6,000-10,000 tonnes of annual throughput from a single machine.
The ZL-PC1200A High Volume Plastic Shredder is the workhorse machine for extra-large OEM operations processing 50,000-100,000 tonnes annually. Three typical extra-large OEM applications: automotive OEM (multi-plant production 5,000+ pieces/day generates 400-600 kg/h sprue+runner scrap), chemical OEM (multi-product production 200+ drums/day generates 200-300 kg/h trim scrap), appliance OEM (multi-product housing production generates 150-250 kg/h sprue+runner scrap). One ZL-PC1200A handles all three streams at the rated 2000 kg/h throughput with 3-5x reserve capacity.
For a major automotive OEM running 8 bumper production lines (12,000 kg/h total finished throughput), the ZL-PC1200A processes 1,000-1,500 kg/h of sprue and runner scrap directly back into the upstream compounding line, recovering USD 700-1,050 per hour at USD 700/tonne resin prices. The integration cost (USD 22,800 total: machine + conveyors + installation) is recovered in the first 21 hours of closed-loop operation.
For extra-large OEM operations calculating ROI on the ZL-PC1200A: USD 11,000 total investment + USD 2,400 installation + USD 2,800 first-year maintenance = USD 16,200 first-year cost. Revenue at USD 700/tonne recovered resin x 16,000 tonnes/year (2000 kg/h x 16 hours x 250 days x 1.0 utilization) = USD 11,200,000 gross revenue.
Annual operating cost: electricity 44 kW x 16 hours x 250 days x USD 0.10/kWh = USD 17,600; blade replacement 10 sets x USD 580 = USD 5,800; bearing service 3 events x USD 680 = USD 2,040; labor USD 18,000; overhead USD 12,000. Total: USD 55,440. Net annual revenue: USD 11,144,560. First-year ROI: USD 11,144,560 / USD 16,200 = 68,793% return, or approximately 5 days to payback. The ZL-PC1200A is one of the fastest-payback capital investments in extra-large OEM operations.
For an extra-large OEM operation running 4,000 hours per year (single shift), the ZL-PC1200A 5-year operating cost: purchase USD 11,000; electricity 44 kW x 4,000 hours x 5 years x USD 0.10/kWh = USD 88,000; blade replacement 25 sets x USD 580 = USD 14,500; bearing service 6 events x USD 680 = USD 4,080; gearbox oil change 5 x USD 160 = USD 800. Total: USD 118,380.
At 2000 kg/h throughput and 4,000 hours per year, the ZL-PC1200A processes 8,000 tonnes of input material annually. Revenue at USD 700/tonne recovered flake = USD 5,600,000 gross. After subtracting the USD 118,380 5-year operating cost, net annual contribution is USD 1,096,324. That is the financial basis for the ZL-PC1200A selling into extra-large OEM operations with a payback period of 12-15 months.
Q: What power supply configuration does the 44 kW motor need?
44 kW at 380V three-phase draws approximately 84 amps per phase. A 100A breaker with 35 mm squared copper cable from the distribution panel is the minimum specification. For plants with older 220V infrastructure, a step-up transformer (USD 2,000-4,000 additional) is required.
Q: How often do the SKD-11 blades need re-sharpening under heavy OEM service?
Under normal PET bottle service with 12 mm screen at 2000 kg/h continuous operation, blades hold a working edge for 800-1200 hours. At 16 hours per shift, 5 days per week, that is 6-10 weeks between sharpening. Each sharpening service (10-12 hours downtime) costs approximately USD 580 if sent out.
Q: What is the warranty coverage?
1 year on motor, gearbox, and main structural components. Blades, screens, and gaskets are wear items and not covered. Warranty is void if blades are run on incompatible materials (e.g., metal objects above 5 mm) or if the machine is operated without the specified screen installed.
Q: Can the machine handle 24/7 continuous service?
Yes, with the standard oil cooler maintaining gearbox oil below 80 degC and predictive maintenance via the optional IOT gateway (USD 480). Most extra-large OEM operations run the ZL-PC1200A in 24/7 service with 95% uptime availability.
Q: What is the delivery time for a 3-unit order?
35-45 days from deposit for 1-3 units, 50-70 days for 5+ units. Each unit ships in reinforced export plywood case packaging from Dongguan. FOB Shenzhen, CIF, and DDP pricing available.