ZL-PC1200B Enclosed Cleanroom Shredder 44kW 2000kg/h Electronics Pharma
Electronics and pharmaceutical manufacturing cleanrooms require crusher equipment with HEPA-filtered enclosure to prevent particulate contamination. The ZL-PC1200B Enclosed Cleanroom Shredder delivers 2000 kg/h throughput with ISO Class 5 (100 grade) cleanroom compatibility and integrated HEPA filtration.
| Model | ZL-PC1200B | 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 | 30 pcs SKD-11 (Premium Grade) | Fixed Blades | 4 pcs SKD-11 (Premium) |
| Screen Hole | 4-16 mm (precision range) | Net Weight | 2600 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, PEEK | Noise Level | max 78 dB (with acoustic enclosure) |
| Warranty | 2 years (extended) | Certifications | CE / ISO 9001:2015 / FDA-compatible |
The ZL-PC1200B's enclosed design achieves ISO Class 5 (100 grade) cleanroom compatibility when integrated with HEPA filtration (H13 or H14, 99.95-99.995% efficiency at 0.3 μm). The fully enclosed rotor chamber, sealed bearings, and integrated dust extraction prevent particulate release into the cleanroom environment.
For electronics manufacturing operations (semiconductor, PCB, display panel), the ISO Class 5 compatibility enables in-cleanroom plastic recycling without contamination risk. Standard machines require external cleanroom or particulate contamination of the production environment.
The ZL-PC1200B's HEPA filtration system supports both H13 (99.95% efficiency at 0.3 μm) and H14 (99.995% efficiency at 0.3 μm) filter grades. H13 filters are standard for ISO Class 5 cleanrooms; H14 filters are required for ISO Class 4-3 cleanrooms (higher cleanliness classes).
For electronics manufacturing requiring ISO Class 5, H13 filters are sufficient. For pharmaceutical manufacturing requiring ISO Class 4-3 (sterile manufacturing), H14 filters are required. The ZL-PC1200B's HEPA system supports both filter grades with easy filter replacement.
The ZL-PC1200B's enclosed design includes ESD protection: anti-static materials for feed/discharge chutes, grounded rotor shaft, and dissipative surfaces for all contact parts. The ESD protection prevents electrostatic discharge that could damage sensitive electronic components or ignite flammable materials.
For electronics manufacturing operations, the ESD protection enables safe recycling of electronic-grade plastics (conductive compounds, anti-static materials) without damage risk. Standard machines generate static electricity during cutting that can damage sensitive electronics.
Pharmaceutical sterile manufacturing requires ISO Class 5 cleanroom with sterile processing capability. The ZL-PC1200B's enclosed design, HEPA filtration, and CIP compatibility support sterile pharmaceutical plastic recycling for closed-loop manufacturing.
For pharmaceutical OEMs, the ZL-PC1200B's sterile manufacturing capability enables closed-loop recycling of pharmaceutical-grade plastics without contamination risk. The 2-year warranty and FDA-compatible materials support pharmaceutical quality system documentation.
Semiconductor manufacturing requires ultra-clean environments (typically ISO Class 3-4) where particulate contamination can destroy microelectronics. The ZL-PC1200B's HEPA-filtered enclosure achieves ISO Class 5 at the machine interface, with the cleanroom's own air handling maintaining higher cleanliness classes in adjacent areas.
For semiconductor OEMs, the ZL-PC1200B's particle-free recycling capability enables in-cleanroom processing of plastic carrier trays, wafer handling components, and other cleanroom plastics. Standard machines require external decontamination or cleanroom separation.
The ZL-PC1200B's HEPA filter requires replacement every 12-18 months under continuous cleanroom operation. Filter replacement procedure: 1) power off and lock out, 2) open filter access panel, 3) remove old filter (sealed bag disposal), 4) install new filter with gasket seal, 5) verify filter integrity with pressure drop test.
For cleanroom operations, the 12-18 month filter replacement schedule aligns with annual cleanroom certification audits. Filter cost: USD 280-480 per H13/H14 filter. Filter replacement time: 30-45 minutes.
The ZL-PC1200B's enclosed design includes integrated cleanroom airlock interfaces: feed chute with air shower connection, discharge chute with sealed transfer port, and exhaust port for HEPA-filtered air return. The integrated design eliminates external ductwork that standard machines require.
For cleanroom operations, the integrated airlock interfaces reduce installation cost (USD 5,000-10,000 vs USD 15,000-25,000 for external ductwork) and reduce cleanroom air contamination risk. The integrated design is factory-validated for ISO Class 5 compliance.
Q: What is the cleanroom compatibility class?
ISO Class 5 (100 grade) with H13 HEPA filtration. ISO Class 4-3 (higher cleanliness) requires H14 filter upgrade. The enclosed design prevents particulate release into the cleanroom environment.
Q: What is the HEPA filter replacement schedule?
Every 12-18 months under continuous cleanroom operation. Filter replacement time: 30-45 minutes. Filter cost: USD 280-480 per H13/H14 filter. Filter replacement aligns with annual cleanroom certification audits.
Q: Is the machine ESD-safe for electronics manufacturing?
Yes, with anti-static materials for feed/discharge chutes, grounded rotor shaft, and dissipative surfaces. The ESD protection prevents static electricity damage during cutting of sensitive electronic components.
Q: Can the machine be integrated with existing cleanroom air handling?
Yes, with integrated cleanroom airlock interfaces (feed chute with air shower connection, discharge chute with sealed transfer port, exhaust port for HEPA-filtered air return). The integrated design reduces installation cost compared to external ductwork.
Q: What is the warranty on the enclosed cleanroom system?
2 years on mechanical components, 1 year on HEPA filtration system (filters are wear items). The enclosed chamber and ductwork are designed for 15+ year service life under proper maintenance.
The ZL-PC1200B is the premium variant of the ZL-PC1200 series, sharing the 44 kW motor and 2,000 kg/h platform with the ZL-PC1200A but engineered with specialty materials, sound engineering, and cleanroom integration for the most demanding industry applications. For other applications or upstream pre-shredding in a two-stage recycling line, consider these related models and engineering resources:
The ZL-PC1200B Enclosed Cleanroom is designed for compatibility with ISO Class 7 cleanrooms (Federal Standard 209E Class 10,000). The fully enclosed cutting chamber with sealed bearings, gaskets on all access panels, and integrated HEPA-filtered exhaust maintains cleanroom particulate counts during operation.
The ZL-PC1200B Cleanroom emits less than 100 particles per cubic meter larger than 0.5 micrometer, well within ISO Class 7 limits (less than 352,000 particles per cubic meter). ZILLION provides an integrated HEPA-filtered exhaust system that captures 99.97 percent of particles down to 0.3 micrometer.
The ZL-PC1200B Enclosed Cleanroom delivers 1,600 to 1,800 kg/h sustained, a 10 to 20 percent reduction from standard models due to the enclosed cutting chamber and HEPA-filtered exhaust. The reduction is acceptable for cleanroom applications where particulate control is critical.
Pharmaceutical applications include pill bottle reclaim, blister pack recycling, and plastic component recovery from controlled manufacturing. Electronics applications include wafer carrier reclaim, ESD-protected component housing recycling, and cleanroom-prep plastic reclaim for re-entry into cleanroom production.
The ZL-PC1200B Cleanroom includes ESD-safe cutting chamber materials (static-dissipative 316L stainless steel with surface resistivity of 1x10^6 to 1x10^9 ohm per square), grounded operator controls, and antistatic feed conveyor. ZILLION documents ESD compliance per IEC 61340-5-1.
The ZL-PC1200B Cleanroom configuration carries a 50 to 70 percent price premium over standard models, reflecting the HEPA filtration, sealed enclosure, and ESD-safe materials. For cleanroom operations, this premium is recovered through contamination rejection rate reduction.
The ZL-PC1200 series delivers 44 kW of motor power at 2,000 kg/h of rated throughput. The following five worked examples let you verify throughput, lifecycle cost, and return-on-investment for your specific application before purchasing. All calculations use conservative operating assumptions and can be re-run with your site-specific energy rate, labor cost, and feedstock moisture content.
Question: How many tons per day can the ZL-PC1200 actually process in a real plant?
Calculation:
Interpretation: A single ZL-PC1200 delivers mid-sized plant throughput. For comparison, the larger ZL-PC1400A delivers 34 tons/day at 55 kW power, and the ZL-PC1400B delivers 60 tons/day. If your application requires more than 30 tons/day consistently, consider the PC1400A.
Question: What is the fully-loaded cost per ton over a 5-year life cycle?
Assumptions: 27 tons/day × 26 days/month × 12 months/year × 5 years = 42,120 tons over 5 years. Energy rate: $0.08/kWh. Labor: $5/hour for one operator.
Annual costs:
Total 5-year cost: ($4,000 + $9,799 + $1,900 + $400 + $24,960 + $1,000) × 5 = $210,295
Cost per ton over 5 years: $210,295 / 42,120 tons = $4.99/ton
Interpretation: At $4.99 per ton fully-loaded, the ZL-PC1200 is competitive with mid-size industrial shredders in the 1,500 to 2,000 kg/h class. Plants with lower energy rates (large industrial contracts at $0.05/kWh) can drive this below $4.50/ton; plants with higher labor costs push it toward $6.00/ton.
Question: How long do the SKD-11 blades last and what is the per-ton blade cost?
Calculation:
Interpretation: At 19 cents per ton, blade resharpening is a small fraction of TCO (about 3.8% of $4.99/ton). The four-edge indexable design effectively gives 4,000 to 4,800 hours between resharpening cycles, reducing labor cost as well.
Question: If we currently run a ZL-PC800 (30 kW / 1,000 kg/h), what is the payback period for upgrading to the ZL-PC1200?
Current state (ZL-PC800):
After upgrade (ZL-PC1200):
Annual savings:
Capital investment delta: $20,000 (PC1200) - $14,000 (PC800) = $6,000 net incremental investment
Payback period: $6,000 / $269,700/year = 0.022 years (about 8 days)
Interpretation: For plants running ZL-PC800 with available market demand, upgrading to a single ZL-PC1200 pays back in less than two weeks through throughput expansion. The 3.4× capacity increase creates substantial option value for new contracts.
Question: What does it cost in electricity to process one ton of plastic?
Calculation:
Cost per ton at common energy rates:
Interpretation: The ZL-PC1200 has similar energy efficiency to the larger ZL-PC1400 (15.4 kWh/ton) due to scale efficiency. The smaller motor (44 kW vs 55 kW) and lower throughput (2,000 vs 2,500 kg/h) cancel each other out at this capacity range.
The specifications, safety standards, blade material claims, lifecycle calculations, and ROI examples for the ZL-PC1200A and ZL-PC1200B industrial plastic shredders reference the following industry bodies and standards: