Basket Centrifuges – Industrial Solid‑Liquid Separation Machines

Basket centrifuges, also known as plate basket centrifuges or batch centrifuge systems, are essential solid-liquid separation machines widely used across chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, wastewater treatment, and mining industries. These machines utilize centrifugal force to rapidly separate solids from liquids, enabling efficient dewatering, clarification, and filtration in batch processing workflows.

Basket centrifuges are particularly effective for processing slurries, viscous liquids, pastes, wet crystals, and particulate suspensions.

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How Basket Centrifuges Work

When the basket rotates, centrifugal force drives the liquid through the filter media mounted on the basket walls, while heavier solid particles are retained inside the basket.

This action produces:

• Clear filtrate discharged through drum outlets

• Solid cake retained or discharged by discharge mechanisms

Batch basket centrifuge operations can be manual, semi‑automatic, or fully automatic depending on model and configuration.

Key Components & Construction

Perforated Basket: Stainless steel or alloy basket with filter media support.

Drive System: Motor and gearbox delivering consistent RPM for efficient separation.

Discharge Mechanisms: Top discharge, bottom discharge, scraper discharge.

Filter Medium: Cloth or media mounted within the basket for effective filtration.

Materials of construction include 316 stainless steel for sanitary/chemical applications and specialty alloys for corrosive environments.

Features & Benefits

High Separation Efficiency

Basket centrifuges deliver rapid and effective separation even with fine solids, reducing moisture content in the solid cake. 

Robust Industrial Design

Engineered for durability and long service life under continuous batch operation.

Versatile Discharge Options

Available with manual top discharge, bottom discharge, and automated scraper systems.

Easy Maintenance

Quick disassembly and cleanability make them suitable for industries with strict hygiene and downtime requirements.

Typical Applications of Batch Basket Centrifuges

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing – Dewatering APIs, intermediates. 

Chemical Processing – Separation of catalysts, specialty powders. 

Food & Beverage – Clarification of juices, dairy solids, oil extraction. 

Wastewater Treatment – Removal of suspended solids from effluents. 

Mining & Minerals – Slurry dewatering and ore separation.

How to Choose the Right Basket Centrifuge

Capacity & batch volume (liters / kg per batch)

Material of construction (stainless steel grades)

Discharge type (manual/automatic)

RPM and centrifugal force (G‑force)

Industry application (food, pharma, chemical)

Filter media compatibility (cloth/basket type)

Suppliers can recommend models tailored to your separation requirements.

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FAQ

What industries benefit most from basket centrifuges?

Pharmaceutical, chemical, food processing, wastewater treatment, and mineral processing industries commonly use basket centrifuges. 

What is the difference between basket and decanter centrifuges?

Basket centrifuges are optimized for batch operations and dewatering, while decanter centrifuges are used for continuous solid-liquid separation. 

Are automated discharge basket centrifuges more efficient?

Yes — automated discharge systems reduce labor and improve throughput in high-volume operations.