ADC Series Desiccant Wheel Dryer
Custom Pricing
ADC Series Desiccant Wheel Dryer
Efficient desiccant wheel drying technology
Dew points down to -58°F/-50°C
Integrated pneumatic conveying system
Compact, next-to-machine installation
Price Custom Quote Available
High Temperature Performance
Technical Support Included
Certifications: UL, NEMA 12
Overview
Since 1957, AEC has been the leader in drying equipment for the plastics processing industry. The ADC Series Desiccant Wheel Dryer leverages the AEC legacy and expertise to provide a system that is suited for most drying applications including extrusion, injection molding, and blow molding.
The ADC Series Dryer combines the efficiency of a wheel dryer with an integrated pneumatic conveying system, a receiver for the drying hopper, a receiver for the injection molding machine and all related accessories. The ADC Series is particularly suitable as an independent flexible dryer to be positioned next to the processing machine.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Model | Hoppers Ft³ | Dimensions in Inches (mm) | Door | Filter | "a" In. (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | W | H | |||||
| ADC-25 | AH30 - 1.05 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 52 (1298) | no | fabric | 11" (280) |
| ADC-25 | AH50 - 1.7 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 62 (1573) | |||
| ADC-50 | AH75 - 2.6 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 63 (1603) | cyclone - fabric | ||
| ADC-50 | AH100 - 3.5 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 72 (1823) | yes | ||
| ADC-50 | AH150 - 5.3 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 76 (1928) | |||
| ADC-80 | AH100 - 3.5 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 72 (1823) | |||
| ADC-80 | AH150 - 5.3 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 76 (1928) | |||
| ADC-80 | AH200 - 7.1 | 45 (1140) | 32 (790) | 88 (2242) | |||
| ADC-160 | AH300 - 10.6 | 56.7 (1440) | 48 (1233) | 94 (2396) | |||
| ADC-160 | AH400 - 14.1 | 56.7 (1440) | 48 (1233) | 104.2 (2648) | |||
| ADC-160 | AH600 - 21.2 | 66 (1680) | 49 (1247) | 105.7 (2684) | |||
| ADC-160 | AH800 - 28.3 | 66 (1680) | 49 (1247) | 120 (3046) | |||
| ADC-250 | AH300 - 10.6 | 56.7 (1440) | 48 (1233) | 94 (2396) | |||
| ADC-250 | AH400 - 14.1 | 56.7 (1440) | 48 (1233) | 104.2 (2648) | |||
| ADC-250 | AH600 - 21.2 | 66 (1680) | 49 (1247) | 105.7 (2684) | |||
| ADC-250 | AH800 - 28.3 | 66 (1680) | 49 (1247) | 120 (3046) | |||
Performance & Power Data
| ADC Model | UNIT | ADC-25 | ADC-50 | ADC-80 | ADC-160 | ADC-250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Process air flow • CFM / CMH | Min [ft3/min] / CFM | 7.5/12.5 | 12/20 | 18/30 | 44/75 | 71/121 |
| Max [ft3/min] | 14.8/24.7 | 29.5/50 | 47/80 | 94/160 | 147/250 | |
| Regeneration air flow • CFM / CMH | Min [ft3/min] | 1.8/3 | 3/5 | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Max [ft3/min] | 5.9/9.8 | 8.9/15 | 35.5/60 | 35.5/60 | 53/90 | |
| MIN Processing Temperature | [°F]/C | 122/50 | 122/50 | 131/55 | 131/55 | 131/55 |
| MAX Processing Temperature Standard (MT) | [°F]/C | 365/185 | 365/185 | 365/185 | 365/185 | 302/150 |
| MAX Processing Temperature HT = high temp | [°F]/C | — | — | — | — | 365/185 |
| Dewpoint | [°F]/C | -40/-40 | -58/-50 | -58/-50 | -58/-50 | -58/-50 |
| Drying heater - standard temperature power | [kW] | 1.0 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 7 | 7 |
| Drying heater - high temperature power | [kW] | 1.0 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 7 | 14 |
| Regeneration heater power | [kW] | 1.0 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Conveying blower power | [kW] | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 2.2 | 2.2 |
| Total combined power - standard temperature | [kW] | 3.2 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| Total combined power - high temperature | [kW] | 3.2 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 12.7 | 19.7 |
| Power supply voltage | (V) | 3 phase 460V 60Hz | 3 phase 460V 60Hz | 3 phase 460V 60Hz | 3 phase 460V 60Hz | 3 phase 460V 60Hz |
| Full load amps Standard Temp | (A) | 5.0 | 15 | 16 | 22 | 25.6 |
| Full load amps High Temp | (A) | 5.0 | 15 | 16 | 22 | 34.8 |
| Inlet / Outlet hose diameter | [in], cm | 1.5/3.8 | 2/5.1 | 2/5.1 | 2.5/6.4 | 2.5/6.4 |
| Regeneration hose diameter | [in], cm | 1.5/3.8 | 1.5/3.8 | 1.5/3.8 | 2/5.1 | 2/5.1 |
| Conveying line size | [in], cm | 1.5 | 1.5/3.8 | 1.5/3.8 | 2/5.1 | 2/5.1 |
| Weight (excludes hopper & receivers) | [lbs], kg | 275/125 | 308/140 | 330/150 | tbd | tbd |
| Conveying parameters | FT | 6' H, 8' V | 6' H, 8' V | 6' H, 8' V | tbd | tbd |
Riser option required when using SRC/SLC receivers.
Features
| Standard Features | Optional Features |
|---|---|
| Drying temperatures up to 365°F / 185°C | Internal dew point sensor |
| Constant and adjustable dew points down to -58°F / -50°C | Automatic throughput control with HALO |
| Energy usage shown on HMI | Pre-cooler for drying temperature below 150°F / 66°C |
| No need for compressed air | Remote control |
| No need for cooling water | Filter sensor to detect filter clogging |
| Automatic or manual adjustable process air flow | Selection of take off boxes with different diameters |
| High resolution 7" vertical touchscreen and proven, proprietary PLC technology | Integrated brushless conveying system "feeding kit" |
| Material selection table with pre-set or programmable drying parameters | Alternative voltages (230V, 575V) |
| Visual and audible alarm | Modbus RTU communications |
| Weekly timer | |
| Smart Mode: automatic adaption of the drying process to production needs by monitoring the return air temperature – no waste of energy or material overdrying | |
| MPM (Material Protection Management): protects the material from over drying and degradation by monitoring the loading system or return air temperature | |
| SLS (Safety Loading System): prevents undried material from reaching the production machine by monitoring the drying time | |
| 5 year warranty on the desiccant wheel, 1 year warranty on parts | |
| Pneumatic conveying with double stage brushless blower and cyclone / fabric filter | |
| Air heat exchanger for the conveying of hot materials in closed circuit | |
| ASPUL suction valve which also integrates the line cleaning valve | |
| Compact frame with side access for the hopper unloading | |
| 460V / 3 ph / 60 hz |