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IKA MINISTAR 20 digital Overhead Stirrer, up to 15 l, 20 Ncm, 0025004885

Product information "IKA MINISTAR 20 digital Overhead Stirrer, up to 15 l, 20 Ncm, 0025004885"

When the batch volume rises above 10 litres or a stirrer is to run permanently with a higher power reserve, you switch from the MICROSTAR to the MINISTAR series. The IKA MINISTAR 20 digital is the entry into this class: 60 watts motor input power, a stirring volume of up to 15 litres of water per stirring position and a speed range of 50 to 2,000 rpm at a maximum torque of 20 Ncm.

More motor power than MICROSTAR

With 60 watts input and 46 watts output power, the motor is almost twice as powerful as in the MICROSTAR series, and up to 42 watts are available at the stirring shaft. Up to a viscosity of 10,000 mPas, the torque remains constant. This power reserve is noticeable above all in continuous operation, when a stirrer runs under load over longer periods, for example in continuous processes in the pilot laboratory.

Larger housing, same operating logic

At 70 x 193 x 147 mm and 1.56 kg, the MINISTAR 20 digital is noticeably larger and heavier than the MICROSTAR models. Operation and display remain the same: set the speed by rotary knob, the LED display shows the value, and a chuck with a clamping range of 0.5 to 8.2 mm holds the stirring tools. The current consumption rises to 2,900 mA, corresponding to the higher motor power. For batches in plastic vessels, an anchor stirrer with beaker scraper is also available for this series.

Further accessories for the MINISTAR series

In addition to the anchor stirrer with beaker scraper, the accessories range for this series includes dissolver and disc stirrers for higher shear forces as well as telescopic and base plate stands for mounting. Anyone working with weighing can also use a matching balance stand. For personal protection at an open vessel, a separately available stirring shaft guard R 301 with its own stand holder is available in addition to the supplied R 300.

Typical applications

  • Entry to larger batch volumes from 15 litres
  • Continuous operation in the pilot laboratory with increased power reserve
  • Processes with medium viscosity up to 10,000 mPas
  • Transition from laboratory to pilot plant scale

Selection guide: MICROSTAR and MINISTAR at a glance

The MINISTAR 20 digital is the entry-level model of the MINISTAR line, with the same stirring volume as the MICROSTAR 15 digital but almost twice the motor power. Anyone who needs even larger batches or thicker media will find a suitable alternative in the MINISTAR 40 or MINISTAR 80:

ModelMax. torqueStirring volume (H2O)Speed rangeDisplay
MICROSTAR 7.5 digital7.5 Ncm5 l50 to 2,000 rpmLED
MICROSTAR 7.5 control7.5 Ncm5 l30 to 2,000 rpmLCD
MICROSTAR 15 digital15 Ncm10 l50 to 1,000 rpmLED
MICROSTAR 15 control15 Ncm10 l30 to 1,000 rpmLCD
MICROSTAR 30 digital30 Ncm20 l50 to 500 rpmLED
MICROSTAR 30 control30 Ncm20 l30 to 500 rpmLCD
MINISTAR 20 digital (this product)20 Ncm15 l50 to 2,000 rpmLED
MINISTAR 20 control20 Ncm15 l30 to 2,000 rpmLCD
MINISTAR 40 digital40 Ncm25 l50 to 1,000 rpmLED
MINISTAR 40 control40 Ncm25 l30 to 1,000 rpmLCD
MINISTAR 80 digital80 Ncm50 l50 to 500 rpmLED
MINISTAR 80 control80 Ncm50 l30 to 500 rpmLCD

Technical details

Max. stirring volume per stirring position (H2O)15 l
Motor power, input60 W
Motor power, output46 W
Motor principleBrushless DC
Speed displayLED
Speed range0/50 - 2000 rpm
Max. viscosity10000 mPas
Max. power at the stirring shaft42 W
Permissible duty cycle100 %
Max. torque at the stirring shaft20 Ncm
Speed setting accuracy±1 rpm
Stirring tool mountingChuck
Chuck clamping range0.5 to 8.2 mm
Hollow shaft, internal diameter8.5 mm
Stand mountingBoss rod
Boss rod diameter13 mm
Boss rod length160 mm
Housing materialCoated cast aluminium / thermoplastic
Permissible ambient temperature range5 - 40 °C
Permissible relative humidity80 %
InterfaceUSB (Micro-USB)
Connection values100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, device power consumption 69 W (standby 0.5 W), DC voltage 24 V=, current consumption 2900 mA, Micro-USB interface for firmware updates
Protection classIP 54 (DIN EN 60529)
Dimensions (W x H x D)70 x 193 x 147 mm
Weight1.56 kg

Scope of delivery

  • 1 x MINISTAR 20 digital stirrer, basic unit
  • 1 x stirring shaft guard R 300, with fixing screws (2 pieces)
  • 1 x chuck key

Warranty and procurement service

IKA grants a 2-year manufacturer's warranty on the MINISTAR 20 digital, extended to 10 years when registered at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase. For stirring elements, stands or another model from the same series, the procurement service of LT Laborhandel is available. The entire range of stirring and mixing technology can be reached via the Stirring and mixing technology category .

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