Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine

Description

Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine is a specialized mechanical device used in the pharmaceutical industry to compress powder or granular materials into uniform tablets of precise size, shape, weight, and hardness. It ensures consistent dosage, high production efficiency, and compliance with strict regulatory standards such as GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), cGMP, and FDA guidelines.

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Salient Features of Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine

Compact GMP Model.
Powerful Pre-Compression and Main Compression force.
Turret is driven by centrally fitted oil emerged gear box.
Available with Two Layer Tablet Compression Facility. (optional)
Maximum Speed of Turret up to 70 RPM.
100 KN Main Compression Force.
100 KN Pre-compression Force.
Available in tooling combination of D, B & BB (different models)
Pressure loading and overloading pressure release mechanism through Hydro-Pneumatic Power Pack System.

Pressure adjustment controls from outside area.
Main motor and force feeder motor driven through VFD.
Auto lubrication arrangements hence less maintenance.
Upper Punch Penetration, Anti-Vibration Mounts.
Electronic Digital Tablet Counter cum RPM indicator.
Interlock Switches to all upper guards.
Pneumatic powder loading system. (optional)
IQ/OQ documentation can be provided.
PLC system with Graphical User Interface can be offered. (optional)

Working Principle of Pharmaceutical Tablet Press 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 Pharmaceutical Tablet Press 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

Rotary Tablet Press Machine

Lab Scale Tablet Press Machine

Single Rotary Tablet Press Machine

Double Rotary Tablet Press Machine

Heavy Duty Salt Tablet Press Machine

Heavy Duty Bolus Tablet Press Machine

High Speed Tablet Press Machine

Bi Layer Tablet Making Machine

Applications of Tablet Press Machine

Advantages of Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine

High output & scalability

Uniform tablet quality

Reduced material wastage

Easy changeover with interchangeable tooling

Key Features of Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine

Hopper – Holds the raw powder/granules.

Feeder System – Delivers consistent material flow into the die cavity.

Die Table (Turret) – Rotating platform with multiple die cavities and punch sets.

Upper & Lower Punches – Compress the powder within the die.

Cam Tracks – Guide punch movement for filling, compression, and ejection.

Compression Rollers – Apply force (pre-compression and main compression).

Ejection System – Pushes finished tablets out.

Control Panel (HMI/PLC) – Monitors and adjusts parameters (speed, pressure, weight).

FAQ for Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine

What is a Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine?

A Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine is a specialized mechanical device used in the pharmaceutical industry to compress powder or granular materials into uniform tablets of precise size, shape, weight, and hardness. It ensures consistent dosage, high production efficiency, and full compliance with strict regulatory standards such as GMP, cGMP, and FDA guidelines. It is available in single-station and multi-station rotary configurations.

How does a Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine work?

The machine operates 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 to fuse the material into a solid tablet. Cam tracks guide the punches through filling, compression, and ejection stages while the turret rotates continuously, enabling high-output production.

What are the key features of the Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine?

Compact GMP model 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.
Features include upper punch penetration adjustment, auto lubrication, hydro-pneumatic pressure control, anti-vibration mounts, and safety interlocks.
Optional two-layer compression, PLC/HMI controls, pneumatic powder loading, and IQ/OQ documentation.
Tooling options in D, B, and BB configurations.

What are the production capacities and technical specifications?

Available in models 16D, 20D, 24D, and 37D with outputs ranging from 13,440 to 222,000 tablets per hour. Key specifications include max compression force up to 100 KN, max tablet diameter up to 25mm, max depth of fill up to 20.5mm, and support for various tooling types. Specifications vary by model to meet different production scales.

What are the main advantages and applications of a Pharmaceutical Tablet Press Machine?

Advantages: High output and scalability, uniform tablet quality, reduced material wastage, easy tooling changeover, low maintenance, and full GMP compliance. Applications: Primarily used in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Ayurvedic, Herbal, and Nutraceutical industries for manufacturing solid dosage forms.

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