IKA MINISTAR 20 digital Overhead Stirrer, up to 15 l, 20 Ncm, 0025004885
€879.00
% Manufacturer's RRP: €1,172.00 25% below manufacturer's RRP
- Overhead stirrer for stirring volumes of up to 15 litres (H2O)
- Entry-level model of the MINISTAR series, 60 watts motor input power
- Speed range 50 to 2,000 rpm, torque up to 20 Ncm
- Constant torque up to 10,000 mPas viscosity
- Housing protection class IP 54 according to DIN EN 60529
- 10 years IKA warranty with registration within 90 days of purchase
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:
| Model | Max. torque | Stirring volume (H2O) | Speed range | Display |
| MICROSTAR 7.5 digital | 7.5 Ncm | 5 l | 50 to 2,000 rpm | LED |
| MICROSTAR 7.5 control | 7.5 Ncm | 5 l | 30 to 2,000 rpm | LCD |
| MICROSTAR 15 digital | 15 Ncm | 10 l | 50 to 1,000 rpm | LED |
| MICROSTAR 15 control | 15 Ncm | 10 l | 30 to 1,000 rpm | LCD |
| MICROSTAR 30 digital | 30 Ncm | 20 l | 50 to 500 rpm | LED |
| MICROSTAR 30 control | 30 Ncm | 20 l | 30 to 500 rpm | LCD |
| MINISTAR 20 digital (this product) | 20 Ncm | 15 l | 50 to 2,000 rpm | LED |
| MINISTAR 20 control | 20 Ncm | 15 l | 30 to 2,000 rpm | LCD |
| MINISTAR 40 digital | 40 Ncm | 25 l | 50 to 1,000 rpm | LED |
| MINISTAR 40 control | 40 Ncm | 25 l | 30 to 1,000 rpm | LCD |
| MINISTAR 80 digital | 80 Ncm | 50 l | 50 to 500 rpm | LED |
| MINISTAR 80 control | 80 Ncm | 50 l | 30 to 500 rpm | LCD |
Technical details
| Max. stirring volume per stirring position (H2O) | 15 l |
| Motor power, input | 60 W |
| Motor power, output | 46 W |
| Motor principle | Brushless DC |
| Speed display | LED |
| Speed range | 0/50 - 2000 rpm |
| Max. viscosity | 10000 mPas |
| Max. power at the stirring shaft | 42 W |
| Permissible duty cycle | 100 % |
| Max. torque at the stirring shaft | 20 Ncm |
| Speed setting accuracy | ±1 rpm |
| Stirring tool mounting | Chuck |
| Chuck clamping range | 0.5 to 8.2 mm |
| Hollow shaft, internal diameter | 8.5 mm |
| Stand mounting | Boss rod |
| Boss rod diameter | 13 mm |
| Boss rod length | 160 mm |
| Housing material | Coated cast aluminium / thermoplastic |
| Permissible ambient temperature range | 5 - 40 °C |
| Permissible relative humidity | 80 % |
| Interface | USB (Micro-USB) |
| Connection values | 100 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 class | IP 54 (DIN EN 60529) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 70 x 193 x 147 mm |
| Weight | 1.56 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 .