Tablet Compression Machine

Description

Tablet Compression Machine (also known as a tablet press machine) is a mechanical device used in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, confectionery, and chemical industries to compress powder or granular materials into tablets of uniform size, shape, weight, and density. Tableting process is a twostep action where the first step includes lowering the bottom punch into the die to create a cavity for the granulated feed stock. The movement of lowering is controlled by the machine automatically as per the settings. Any excess filling is scraped from the top to allow the upper punch to be brought down and come in contact with the powder. This is done with force to the high-pressure compression rolls and helps fuse the granulated material together and form a hard tablet. The lower punch helps eject the tablet at the end of the process by raising it again.

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Working Principle of Tablet Compression Machine

Tablet compression machine basically works on hydraulic pressure. This pressure perform key role in any type of Tablet Machine. It transmitted unreduced through the static fluid. Any external applied pressure is transmitted through static fluid to all directions in the same proposition. which resulting make suitable to increase pressure. To form a tablet, the granulated powder material must be metered into a cavity formed by two punches and a die, and then the punches must be pressed together with great force to fuse the material together. There are two types of tablet presses called Single Station Tablet Press and Multi Station Tablet Press. Working of these machines differs in terms of production output and feature requirements.

Technical Specification of Tablet Compression Machine

Model

16D

20D

24D

37D

Number of Stations

16

20

24

37

Type of Tooling Punch

D

D

DB

D

Output – Tablets / hour approx.

13,440 – 40,320

16,800 – 50,400

19,320 – 57,950

222000

Max. Operating Pressure

100 KN

100 KN

65 KN

100 KN

Max. Tablet Dia

25mm

25mm

16mm

25mm

Max. Depth of fill

20.5 mm

20.5 mm

17.5 mm

20mm

Upper Punch Penetration

1.5 – 8 mm

1.5 – 8 mm

1.5 – 8 mm

3 – 6mm

Main Electric Motor

3 H.P., 1440 RPM, 415 V., 3 Phase, 50 Hz.

3 H.P., 1440 RPM, 415 V., 3 Phase, 50 Hz.

3 H.P., 1440 RPM, 415 V., 3 Phase, 50 Hz.

9 H.P., 1440 RPM, 415 V., 3 Phase, 50 Hz.

Overall Dimension (cm) approx.

98 x 102 x 182 H

98 x 102 x 182 H

98 x 102 x 182 H

167 x 183 x 215

Net Weight (Kgs) approx.

1150

1150

1150

2500

* Power voltage can be adjusted as per customer’s domestic power voltage requirements.
* Rights of technical improvements & modification reserved.
* Illustrations & dimensions are shown for information purpose only.

Types of Tablet Press Machine

Applications of Tablet Press Machine

Advantages of Tablet Compression Machine

High production speed and consistency.

Uniform tablet weight, hardness, and thickness.

Suitable for large-scale manufacturing.

Can handle various shapes (round, oval, capsule-shaped).

Automated weight control and rejection systems.

Key Components of Tablet Compression Machine

  • Hopper
    • Holds the powder/granulation to be compressed.

 

  • Feeder System
    • Transfers material from hopper to the die cavity (e.g., force feeders for poor-flowing materials).

 

  • Die Cavity
    • The mold that determines the tablet’s shape and size.

 

  • Punches
    • Upper punch: Compresses from the top.
    • Lower punch: Supports from the bottom and ejects the tablet.

 

  • Cam Tracks
    • Guide the movement of punches during filling, compression, and ejection.

 

  • Compression Rollers
    • Apply force to the punches to compress the powder.

 

  • Turret
    • Rotating disk holding multiple sets of dies and punches (determines machine capacity).

 

  • Ejection Cam
    • Lifts the lower punch to eject the finished tablet.

 

  • Take-off Blade
    • Removes the tablet from the lower punch.

FAQ for Tablet Compression Machine

The machine works on the principle of hydraulic pressure. Powder or granules are metered into a die cavity formed by upper and lower punches. The punches apply pre-compression and main compression forces (via high-pressure rollers) to fuse the material into a solid tablet. Cam tracks guide the punches through filling, compression, and ejection stages while the turret rotates continuously for high output.

  • Compact GMP-compliant design with powerful pre- and main compression forces (up to 100 KN).
  • Turret driven by a centrally fitted oil-immersed gearbox with speeds up to 70 RPM.
  • Options for two-layer compression, PLC/HMI controls, auto lubrication, and pneumatic powder loading.
  • Features include upper punch penetration adjustment, hydro-pneumatic pressure control, anti-vibration mounts, and safety interlocks.
  • Available in D, B, and BB tooling configurations.

The machine is offered in models 16D, 20D, 24D, and 37D with outputs ranging from approximately 13,440 to 222,000 tablets per hour. It supports maximum tablet diameters up to 25mm, compression forces up to 100 KN, and various tooling types. Specifications vary by model to suit different production requirements.

Advantages include high production speed with consistency, uniform tablet weight/hardness/thickness, support for various shapes, automated controls, and scalability from lab to large-scale manufacturing with minimal maintenance. Applications include the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Ayurvedic, Herbal, and Nutraceutical industries for producing solid dosage forms.

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Algeria | Angola | Argentina | Australia | Austria | Bahrain | Bangladesh | Belarus | Belgium | Bolivia | Botswana | Brazil | Bulgaria | Canada | Chile | China | Colombia | Costa Rica | Cuba | Czech Republic | Denmark | Dominican Republic | Ecuador | Egypt | El Salvador | Ethiopia | Finland | France | Germany | Ghana | Greece | Guatemala | Haiti | Honduras | Hong Kong | Hungary | India | Indonesia | Iran | Ireland | Israel | Italy | Ivory Coast | Japan | Jordan | Kazakhstan | Kenya | Kuwait | Lebanon | Libya | Malaysia | Mexico | Mongolia | Morocco | Mozambique | Myanmar | Netherlands | New Zealand | Nicaragua | Nigeria | Norway | Oman | Pakistan | Panama | Paraguay | Peru | Philippines | Poland | Portugal | Qatar | Romania | Russia | Saudi Arabia | Senegal | Slovakia | Singapore | South Africa | South Korea | South Sudan | Spain | Sri Lanka | Sweden | Switzerland | Taiwan | Tanzania | Thailand | Trinidad and Tobago | Tunisia | Turkey | Uganda | Ukraine | United Arab Emirates | United Kingdom | United States | Uruguay | Uzbekistan | Venezuela | Vietnam | Zambia | Zimbabwe

Partner with Industry Experts

Connect with our engineering team to discuss your specific production requirements. We provide customized, cGMP-compliant machinery solutions designed to optimize your manufacturing facility and maximize output.

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