Applications

Improves the germination of a wide range of hard coated seeds by scratching the seed coat to allow moisture in.


Features

  • Suitable for batch lots of a few grams up to 55 kg per hour
  • Speed selection is determined according to the hardness and susceptibility of the seed to damage.
  • Within the scarifying chamber the abrading discs are rotated by a variable speed drive
  • Four discs with the same abrasive surface to scarify the seed coat
  • 3 grit size discs available (24,36 and 60)
  • Swivel mounting allows for the easy replacement or change of abrasive discs
  • Can be free standing or bench mounted

Speed Control

  • Disc speed is set by the variable speed dial
  • Flow rate can be determined manually by observing the flow of seed from the outlet tube or a continuous flow hopper where flow rate can be set

Disc Speed

  • Variable 0– 2700 rpm

Power

  • 240VAC 50hz
  • Single Phase 7.5A

Safety

  • Large stop switch