Overview

The ADW Series Desiccant Wheel Dryer is a compact plastic resin drying system designed for injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and other plastics processing applications. Utilizing advanced desiccant wheel technology, the ADW delivers reliable low-dew-point drying performance while reducing maintenance requirements and improving energy efficiency compared to traditional desiccant dryers.

Its hopper-mounted design helps maximize valuable floor space while providing flexible installation and efficient operation. With adjustable airflow, precise temperature control, and dependable drying performance, the ADW Series is an ideal solution for processors seeking efficient resin drying and consistent material quality across a wide range of applications.

Specifications

Dryer & Drying Hopper Combinations

ModelHoppers Ft³Without StandWith StandAir Hose in.Hopper Base Flange Diameter "B" in.Lid Flange Diameter "A" in.
L in.W in.H in.L in.W in.H in.
ADW-14AH06 - 0.218.820.915.53733.547.61.494.9"3.9"
ADW-14AH15 - 0.520.523.725.13733.553.21.497
ADW-14AH30 - 1.0525.123.727.63733.555.61.496.4"11"
ADW-25AH30 - 1.0529.826.627.63733.555.61.49
ADW-25AH50 - 1.729.826.638.53733.558.61.49
ADW-25AH75 - 2.634.228.339.63733.567.71.49
ADW-50AH75 - 2.631.832.639.63734.767.728.3"
ADW-50AH100 - 3.531.832.648.33734.676.32
ADW-50AH150 - 5.334.236.252.63736.780.72
ADW-80AH100 - 3.531.834.248.33734.676.32
ADW-80AH150 - 5.334.137.852.63736.782.12
ADW-80AH200 - 7.134.137.864.83738.392.82
ADW-160AH300 - 10.6---42.150.498.82.513.8"
ADW-160AH400 - 14.1---42.150.4108.72.5
ADW-160AH600 - 21.2---48.558.3105.72.5
ADW-160AH800 - 28.3---48.558.3119.92.5

Performance & Power Data

ADW ModelUNITADW-14ADW-25ADW-50ADW-80ADW-160
Process air flow • CFM / CMHMin [ft3/min] / CMH1.8/33.6/612/2018/3044/75
Max [ft3/min] / CMH8.3/13.814.8/24.729.5/5047/8094/160
Regeneration air flow • CFM / CMHMin [ft3/min] / CMH0.9/1.51.8/33/55.9/105.9/10
Max [ft3/min] / CMH3.0/55.9/9.88.9/1535.5/6035.5/60
MIN Processing Temperature[°F]/C122/50122/50131/55131/55131/55
MAX Processing Temperature Standard (MT)[°F]/C365/185365/185365/185365/185365/185
Dewpoint[°F]/C-40/-40-40/-40-49/-45-49/-45-58/-50
Drying heater power[kW]0.451.02.53.57
Regeneration heater power[kW]0.451.01.51.53.5
Heating and regeneration blowers power[kW]0.0750.0750.20.51.6
Total combined power[kW]0.972.164.25.512.1
Power supply voltage(V)1 phase 120V 50/60Hz1 phase 120V 50/60Hz3 phase 460V 50/60Hz3 phase 460V 50/60Hz3 phase 460V 50/60Hz
Full load amps(A)8.418.29.19.917.9
Inlet / Outlet hose diameter[in], cm2/1.51.52, 5.12, 5.12.5, 6.4
Regeneration hose diameter[in], cm1.51.51.5, 3.81.5, 3.82, 5.1
Dryer weight[lbs], kg3360115, 52.2122, 53.3353, 160.1

Features

Standard FeaturesOptional Features
Dryer installed on the drying hopper to save floor spaceInternal dew point sensor
Dryer is removable from hopper to allow easier maintenanceAutomatic throughput control with HALO
Drying temperatures up to 365°F / 185°CRemote control
Constant and adjustable dew points down to -58°FFilter sensor to detect filter clogging
Energy usage shown on HMISelection of take off boxes with different diameters
Large backlight controller full text displayIntegrated brushless conveying system "feeding kit"
No need for compressed airAlternative voltages (230V, 575V)
No need for cooling waterModbus RTU communications
Adjustable process air flow
Material selection table with pre-set or programmable drying parameters
Visual and audible alarm
Weekly timer
High resolution 7" vertical touchscreen and proven, proprietary PLC technology
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
460V / 3 ph / 60 hz