RotoCone Vacuum Dryer

The Rotocone Vacuum Dryer (RCVD), also known as a Double Cone Vacuum Dryer, is a highly efficient solution for gentle drying of heat-sensitive, crystalline, and hygroscopic materials. Designed for the pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and cosmetic industries, the RCVD operates under vacuum to reduce drying temperature and protect product integrity.

Its double-cone rotating design ensures uniform mixing and drying, minimal product degradation, and low residual moisture. The slow tumbling action combined with vacuum operation enables efficient drying without localized overheating or clumping, making it ideal for drying active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), intermediates, and fine chemicals.

Constructed with GMP-compliant materials and available in SS316L, Hastelloy C-22, C-276, and other high-grade alloys, the RCVD is engineered for safe, contamination-free processing in critical industries.

  • Sizes Available IconSizes
    Available:
    From 10 to 8000 Liters
  • Materials of Construction iconMaterials of
    Construction:
    SS 316, SS 304, SS 904L, Hastelloy, Titanium
  • Coatings Available IconCoatings
    Available:
    Halar (ECTFE)

Technical Specifications

MODEL SS/DCVD 50 SS/DCVD 100 SS/DCVD 200 SS/DCVD 200 SS/DCVD 500 SS/DCVD 700 SS/DCVD 1000 SS/DCVD 1500 SS/DCVD 2000
Total Volume (Ltrs) 50 100 200 300 500 700 1000 1500 2000
RPM 8 8 8 8 6 6 6 5 5
Working Volume (Ltrs) 25 50 120 150 250 350 500 750 1000
Condenser (Sq.M) 0.5 1 1.5 2 3 3.5 4 6 8
Receiver (Ltrs) 25 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 350
Cyclone Separator 50 75 120 100 125 150 175 200 225
Drive Motor (HP) 1 1.5 3 3 5 7.5 1.5 10 12.5

Product Features

 

Feature Details
Design Type Horizontal Double Cone / Rotocone Design – Slow Rotating
Capacity Range 10 Litres to 10,000 Litres
Drying Method Vacuum Drying with Uniform Mixing
Drying Temperature Up to 150°C (or higher with hot oil systems)
Vacuum Level Down to 0.1 mbar (High Vacuum Efficiency)
Material of Construction SS316L, Hastelloy C-22 / C-276, Alloy 904L – as per product compatibility
Surface Finish Mirror / Electro-polished (Ra < 0.4 µm) – cGMP Grade
Heating Options Hot Water / Steam / Hot Oil via Jacket
Mixing Action Gentle Tumbling – Ideal for Fragile, Heat-Sensitive Products
Discharge System Manual / Pneumatic Butterfly Valve / Slide Gate Valve
Safety Features Overpressure Protection, Vacuum Interlocks, Flameproof Electricals (ATEX)
Cleaning System CIP / WIP Ready – Easy Internal Access
Certifications cGMP Compliant, CE Marked, ATEX Certified Models Available
Applications API Drying, Fine Chemicals, Herbal Extracts, Food Powders, Cosmetics
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