Acmer YT600-2J Medium-Flow Adjustable-Speed Industrial Peristaltic Pump

Overview

The Acmer YT600-2J is a medium-flow, adjustable-speed industrial peristaltic pump engineered for continuous, pulse-free fluid transfer in demanding laboratory and light-industrial environments. It operates on the principle of positive displacement through occlusion: rollers compress flexible tubing against a rigid housing, creating a sealed fluid chamber that advances with each rotation—ensuring complete fluid isolation from the drive mechanism. This design eliminates contamination risk, prevents backflow, and supports handling of shear-sensitive, abrasive, or corrosive media without valve wear or seal degradation. Unlike centrifugal or diaphragm pumps, the YT600-2J requires no lubrication, offers zero leakage under static or dynamic conditions, and maintains consistent volumetric delivery across varying backpressures up to 2 bar (dependent on tubing selection). Its robust mechanical architecture and thermally stable DC motor make it suitable for unattended operation in QC labs, bioprocessing pilot lines, environmental sampling stations, and chemical dosing applications where repeatability and maintenance simplicity are critical.

Key Features

• PWM-controlled DC motor delivering precise, low-noise speed regulation from 0 to 600 rpm with ±1 rpm stability under constant load
• Digital LED display indicating real-time speed as a percentage of maximum (0–100%), calibrated to 600 rpm at 100%
• High-torque, long-life potentiometer for smooth analog flow adjustment—designed for >100,000 rotational cycles without drift
• Reversible operation enabled by front-panel DPDT toggle switch, supporting bidirectional priming, cleaning-in-place (CIP), and recirculation protocols
• Wide-input universal power supply (AC 90–260 V, 50/60 Hz) with internal EMI filtering and overvoltage protection
• IP31-rated enclosure providing protection against vertically falling drips and solid objects ≥2.5 mm—suitable for controlled indoor environments
• Thermal management system limiting surface temperature rise to <15 K above ambient during continuous 8-hour operation at full speed

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The YT600-2J accommodates standard peristaltic pump tubing sizes from 1.6 mm to 6.4 mm inner diameter (e.g., Norprene®, PharMed® BPT, Viton®), enabling flow rates ranging from ~50 mL/min (with 1.6 mm ID tubing) to 6000 mL/min (with 6.4 mm ID tubing), subject to fluid viscosity, density, and system backpressure. It complies with IEC 61000-6-3 (EMC emission limits) and IEC 61000-6-2 (immunity requirements) for industrial environments. While not certified for Class I Div 1 hazardous locations, its non-sparking motor and absence of electrical contacts in the fluid path support use in non-explosive zones per NEC Article 500. The pump meets general requirements for GLP-compliant workflows when integrated into validated systems—audit trails, calibration records, and operational parameters must be maintained externally, as the unit itself does not include FDA 21 CFR Part 11–compliant electronic signature or data logging capabilities.

Software & Data Management

The YT600-2J is a standalone analog-controlled instrument with no embedded microprocessor, firmware, or digital communication interface (e.g., RS-485, USB, or Modbus). All operation is manual and local: speed is set via potentiometer, direction selected via toggle switch, and status confirmed visually via LED indicators. For integration into automated systems, optional third-party analog I/O modules (0–5 V or 4–20 mA input/output) can be used to interface with PLCs or SCADA platforms. Data acquisition—such as runtime, cumulative revolutions, or flow estimates—must be implemented externally using flow meters, encoders, or time-stamped operator logs. No proprietary software, drivers, or cloud connectivity is provided or supported.

Applications

• Continuous reagent dosing in water quality analyzers (e.g., COD, ammonia, nitrate sensors)
• Media perfusion in cell culture bioreactors and hollow-fiber systems
• Waste stream sampling in EPA Method 1664-compliant oil & grease analysis setups
• Food-grade syrup transfer and flavor dosing in pilot-scale beverage R&D
• Pharmaceutical excipient blending where USP and require closed-system fluid handling
• Chemical feed for electroplating baths and wastewater pH correction loops
• Calibration fluid delivery in metrology labs performing gravimetric flow verification per ISO 4064-2

FAQ

Does the YT600-2J support external analog or digital speed control?
No—it features only manual potentiometer-based speed adjustment. External 0–5 V or 4–20 mA control requires add-on signal conditioning hardware.
What tubing sizes are compatible, and how is flow rate calculated?
Tubing IDs from 1.6 mm to 6.4 mm are supported. Actual flow depends on roller geometry, compression ratio, and fluid rheology; users must calibrate using gravimetric or volumetric methods per ISO 8503-2.
Is the pump suitable for sterile or aseptic processing?
Yes—when paired with gamma-sterilizable tubing (e.g., C-Flex® or Pharmed® BPT) and installed in a laminar flow hood or isolator, it satisfies basic aseptic transfer requirements.
Can it operate continuously for 24/7 duty cycles?
Rated for indefinite intermittent use; for uninterrupted 24/7 operation, derate speed to ≤400 rpm and ensure ambient temperature remains ≤35 °C with adequate ventilation.
Does Acmer provide tubing compatibility charts or flow calibration curves?
Yes—tubing selection guides and empirical flow-vs.-rpm curves for common elastomers are available upon request from Acmer’s technical documentation portal.