IKA T 18 basic ULTRA-TURRAX® – Like-New Dispersing Drive

Powerful and Versatile Laboratory Dispersing Drive

The IKA T 18 basic ULTRA-TURRAX® is a powerful laboratory dispersing drive designed for the efficient production of emulsions and dispersions as well as homogenization and sample preparation applications. Its compact design, electronic speed control and high performance make it a reliable solution for a wide range of laboratory applications.

Various compatible IKA dispersing elements and attachments for different applications are available upon request. This allows the T 18 basic to be flexibly adapted to different sample volumes, materials and processing requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: IKA
• Model: T 18 basic ULTRA-TURRAX®
• Item No.: 3561000 (230 V version)
• Power input: 500 W
• Motor output: 300 W
• Processing volume: 1–1,500 mL (H₂O)
• Max. viscosity: 5,000 mPas
• Speed range: 3,500–24,000 rpm
• Speed control: stepless electronic control
• Speed display: graduated scale
• Speed deviation: approx. 1%
• Process type: batch
• Permissible operating time: 100%
• Noise level without dispersing element: approx. 73 dB(A)
• Extension arm: Ø 13 mm / length 175 mm
• Dimensions (W × H × D): approx. 65 × 240 × 80 mm
• Weight: approx. 1.6 kg
• Protection class: IP 20
• Voltage: 220–240 V
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Electronic overload protection
• Quick-release system for fast dispersing element exchange

These specifications correspond to the documented T 18 basic model; specifications such as speed range, power, dimensions and processing volume are model-specific.

Versatile Applications

When combined with the appropriate dispersing element, the T 18 basic is suitable for:

• Homogenization
• Emulsification
• Dispersion and suspension
• Particle size reduction
• Sample preparation
• Processing of free-flowing and liquid media
• Laboratory research and development
• Quality control applications

A wide selection of IKA dispersing elements allows the T 18 basic to be adapted to different applications and media.

Key Benefits at a Glance

✓ Like-new condition
✓ Powerful 500 W drive
✓ 300 W motor output
✓ Speed up to 24,000 rpm
✓ Suitable for volumes from 1–1,500 mL
✓ Stepless electronic speed control
✓ Electronic overload protection
✓ Quick and easy dispersing element exchange
✓ Compact and robust design
✓ Various dispersing elements available upon request
✓ Proven IKA ULTRA-TURRAX® technology