BKG Die Plates & Cutter Hubs
BKG die plates and cutter hub are key components in underwater and pelletizing systems. We design and produce these in a variety of sizes and types, catering to different production needs.
The die plate plays a crucial role in shaping and determining the quality of the pellets. With innovative milling technology and decades of expertise, we offer die plates optimized for different processes and materials, ensuring superior pellet quality for seamless processing and exceptional end results.
Standard Electrical Die Plates
Our standard electrical die plate is versatile and ideal for processing everyday materials or frequent material changes. It simplifies maintenance while enhancing flexibility in production.
- Suitable for a large part of the standard, insensitive polymers
- Tungsten Carbide cutting face for wear resistance
- Easy maintenance/die plate change
- Wide application windows through the use of die plate plugs
- Rheologically optimized and dead-zone free
- Great heat distribution with multi-zone heating and insulation options
- Fast delivery time through a streamlined production process
- Wide range of die plate diameters possible
Medium Heated Die Plates
Controlling the temperature of the die plate is critical in achieving consistent pellet size and quality, especially for temperature-sensitive polymers. Our medium-heated die plates provide precision temperature control and enhance processing efficiency.
- Suitable especially for temperature-sensitive polymers
- Perfect heat distribution through circulating heating medium and efficient insulation
- Different row arrangements and nest designs are available
- Our chosen heating options for medium and large die plates
- Increased application windows through the use of die plate plugs
Pressure Reduced Die Plates
In pelletizing, reduced pressure at the die plate can impact pellet quality, particularly in systems where upstream components consume significant pressure. Our pressure-reduced die plates minimize this issue while maintaining excellent pellet consistency.
- Die plate with shortened melt channels for reduced pressure loss
- Suitable especially for high-viscosity materials and highly filled compounds
- Additional pressure increase through die plate plugs
Inspection & Grinding
Regular grinding of BKG die plates helps extend their lifespan and ensures optimal production conditions. Our grinding tools simplify the regrinding process, saving time and effort.
The BKG grinding tool attaches to the pelletizer in place of the cutter hub. Once connected to the water box, the regrinding mechanism quickly restores the die plate’s surface in just a few minutes, removing the need for complete disassembly and reassembly.
Advanced Equipment Protection
Corrosion resistance is vital for maintaining equipment longevity and efficiency. Our solutions include:
- Maximum knife protection through carefully arranged die plate holes
- Optional coatings for increased wear resistance
- Unique protection concept against extremely corrosive additives such as Brome
Our Options For Your Success
For specialized requirements, we offer tailored solutions to meet your needs:
- Multi-faceted row arrays to fit your process perfectly
- Different nest designs for pellets in a broad range of shapes and sizes, including micropellets
- Unique die plate design for the most efficient pelletizing of PET
Cutter Hubs and Knives
Traditional BKG Cutter Hub
- Available in different sizes for a variable number of blades
- Design available in straight or angled blades
- Rotatable
BKG HiCut
- Can hold an even higher number of blades, so less cutting speed is needed
- Increased wear resistance
- Flow optimized for better pellet transport
- Improved blades with better mechanical properties
- More directional stability
- Can accommodate straight and angled blades
