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4.3 Agitators
For mixing or stirring your products.

PD Sheets
LKR-5 Agitator ........................................................................ 4.3.2
LKRE Agitator
Ordering Leaflets
LKRE and LKRE-H .................................................................. 4.3.6
LKR-5 ..................................................................................... 4.3.7
LKR-5, LKRE and LKRE-H ...................................................... 4.3.8

LKR-5

Agitators

When the Product need to be Stirred

LKR-5 Agitator
Application
Agitator LKR-5 is used in tanks or vessels where the product
requires mixing or stirring.
LKR-5 is intended for horizontal installation into the tanks or
vessels. LKR-5 is used in process and storage tanks in the food
processing industry, dairies, breweries and in the chemical industry.
Standard design
Agitator LKR-5 is fitted with a standard motor and the agitator
shaft is directly coupled to the motor shaft. There is a bracket and
a front plate between the motor and the welding flange. The
welding flange is designed for welding into the tank.
The joint between the front plate and mating flange is fitted with
an O-ring which acts as a sanitary seal. The shaft seal is fitted on
the product side and is replaceable as a complete unit. The
propeller shaft is in solid steel and is fitted onto the motor shaft by
means of a compression ring which is adjusted to the correct
tension during assembly before delivery. The propeller is a 3bladed type, statically and dynamically balanced.
The standard motor is suitable for operating in humid conditions.
The motor is protected by a stainless steel shroud as standard.
Note! The agitator has to be installed horizontally and perpendicular
to the tank. For further details, please see IM70790.
Materials
Product wetted steel parts:
Other steel parts:
Product wetted seals:

4.3

Stainless steel AISI 304 or

acid-resistant steel AISI 316L.
Stainless steel AISI 304.
EPDM rubber.

Shaft seal (spring loaded)

Bellows:
Rotating seal ring:
Stationary seal ring:

EPDM rubber.
Carbon.
Silicon Carbide.

Finish, steel parts:

Motor and bracket:

Semi-bright.
Painted.

4.3.2

Fig. 1. Agitator LKR-5 with shroud.

Motor
Standard flanged motor acc. to IEC metric standard IP55
(with drain holes with labyrinth plug), insulation class F.
Voltage and frequency for standard motor
3~, 50 Hz, 220-240VD/380-420VY
2.2 kW
3~, 60 Hz, 250-280VD/440-480VY
3 kW

(
(

3~, 50 Hz, 380-420VD/660-690VY

3~, 60 Hz, 440-480VD

Motor size
50Hz:
60Hz:

1.5, 2.2, 3.0, 4.0, 5.5, 7.5 kW.

1.75, 2.5, 3.5, 4.6, 6.3, 8.6 kW.

3 kW
4 kW

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Agitators

LKR-5

Selection of LKR-5

Calculation of change in rpm and impeller diameter

Calculation for low viscous products (max. 100 cP eg. milk, juice, wine etc.):

Change in rpm (n):

Q2 = Q1 x

Agitating time [min.] = V/Q

V = Liquid volume of tank (m3)
Q = Flow of LKR-5 (m3/min)
Normal agitating time
Agitating: 5-10 min.
Mixing:
1-2 min.

Installation advice
Min. distance between agitator and tank bottom:
2 x propeller diameter.

Max. height of silo tanks:

H < 3 x tank diameter.
If H > 3 x tank diameter, use 2 agitators, one of
which is to be placed half way up the tank - note that
both agitators are to be placed on the same side.

Protect the agitator against dry run.

Select rubber and shaft seal, depending on product/

CIP.

P2 = P1 x

n2
n1
n2 3
n1

[ ]

Change in impeller diameter (D):

Q2 = Q1 x

P2 = P1 x

D2 2
D1

[ ]

D2 5
D1

[ ]

Basic agitator calculations

Flow capacity:
Q = C1 x n x D2 x S
Power required:
P = C2 x r x n3 x D5

(turbulent flow)

Q = Agitator flow
(m3/min)
P = Power
(kW)
n = Revolution
(rpm)
D = Propeller diameter
(m)
S = Propeller pitch
(m)
r = Density
(Kg/m3)
C1/C2 = Factor specific for the propeller

4.3

4.3.3

LKR-5

Agitators

Technical data
Propeller
size
diam.
(mm)

Rev.

Motor

Max.
Measured Max. static Max temp. Max temp. Max. temp.
current
current pressure
seal:
seal: Nitril seal: FlouriQ
at 380 V at 380 V
EPDM
(NBR)
nated rubber
(A)
(A)
(o C)
(o C)
FPM (o C) (m3/min.)

(rpm)

(kW)

200

950

1.5

4.1

2.7

200

1430

2.2

4.96

200

1430

3.0

250

940

250

cm

Weight

(m/sec.)

(kg)

4.5

3.1

30

4.8

6.8

4.7

28

6.61

5.0

6.8

4.7

31

2.2

5.4

4.7

8.5

3.8

56

960

3.0

7.1

6.0

8.5

3.8

69

250

960

4.0

8.9

6.0

500 kPa

8.5

3.8

76

250

1450

5.5

11.5

10.0

5 bar

13.5

5.9

70

250

1450

7.5

15.3

10.0

13.5

5.9

78

300

720

3.0

7.8

7.0

11.5

3.5

80

300

960

5.5

12.2

11.0

15.0

4.2

80

120

The data is valid for agitation in water (20o C) and for 50 Hz only.
Q
- Theoretical mixing capacity.
cm
- Theoretical jet velocity on the delivery side of the
propeller.

4.3

4.3.4

90

135

Note! At 60 Hz the rpm will be increased with 20% and need

more power (kW). Contact Alfa Laval for advice.
Note! It is recommended to turn the terminal box downwards.
Please weld-in the flange accordingly.
Note! For further details, see also PD 65036.

Agitators

LKR-5

Dimensions (mm)

Flange thickness = 12 mm

A
Terminal box

Fig. 2. Dimensions.

Dimensions (mm)
Prop.size(D)
A*
B
C
E*
F*
G
H
Thread
Weight

200
622
200
260
410
234
30
200
M 10

250
837
300
330
525
304
35
270
M 12

250 (940rpm/2.2kW
714
250
330
452
304
30
270
M 12

300
837
300
330
525
304
35
270
M 12

30

70

56

80

* Agitator fitted with shroud.

Options
Equipment
A) Supplied without shroud.
B) Motors for other voltage or frequency.
C) Other shaft seal combinations and other product wetted rubber types:
- Shaft seal carbon/silicon carbide/NBR rubber.
- Shaft seal carbon/silicon carbide/FPM rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/EPDM rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/NBR rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/FPM rubber.

Ordering
Please state the following when ordering:
- Agitator type LKR-5.
- Propeller diameter.
- Motor power and speed.
- Options.

4.3

4.3.5

LKRE and LKRE-H

Agitators

AISI 304
Code No.

Dimensions
(mm)
Prop. Motor Rev.
Diam. kW (rpm)

LKRE without welding flange

and with shroud - vertical mixer
A

90

2.1/ 1430/ 1045

2.5 2800

615

9611-60-0061

110

2.1/ 1430/ 1365

2.5 2800

935

9611-60-0060

Standard motor: 3 ph, 50 Hz, 220-240V/380-420VY.

NOTE! Other voltages/frequences - on request.

LKRE-H without welding flange

and with shroud - horizontal mixer
Shaft seal and
rubber seal

Motor Rev.
kW
(rpm)

F
A

Voltage and frequency:

C/SIC EPDM
C/SIC EPDM
C/SIC EPDM

(
(

2.2 kW
2.5 kW

3~, 50 Hz, 380-420V/660-690VY

3~, 60 Hz, 440-480V

3.0 kW
3.5 kW

For flanges, please see pages for LKR-5.

4.3.6

950
950
1430

3~, 50 Hz, 220-240V/380-420VY

3~, 60 Hz, 250-280V/440-480VY

NOTE! Other voltages/frequences - on request.

4.3

3
5.5
5.5

350
350
350

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140 205
140 205
140 205

525
525
525

304
304
304

9611-8805-94
9611-8805-96
9611-8805-97

Agitators

LKR-5

Horizontal

AISI 316L
Code No.

Dimensions
(mm)
Shaft seal and
rubber seal

9612-6000-21
9612-6000-22
9612-6000-23
9612-6000-24
9612-6000-25
9612-6000-26
9612-6000-27
9612-6000-28
9612-6000-29
9612-6000-30

9612-6000-01
9612-6000-02
9612-6000-03
9612-6000-04
9612-6000-05
9612-6000-06
9612-6000-07
9612-6000-08
9612-6000-09
9612-6000-10

C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC

LKR-5 without welding flange,

with shroud (standard)

Motor
(kW)

Rev.
(rpm)

Prop.
Diam.

1.5
2.2
3.0
2.2
3.0
4.0
5.5
7.5
3.0
5.5

950
1430
1430
940
960
960
1450
1450
720
955

200
200
200
250
250
250
250
250
300
300

410
410
410
452
525
525
525
525
525
525

234
234
234
304
304
304
304
304
304
304

EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM

AISI 304
Code No.

LKR-5 without welding flange, without shroud

Shaft seal and
rubber seal
9612-6000-71
9612-6000-72
9612-6000-73
9612-6000-74
9612-6000-75
9612-6000-76
9612-6000-77
9612-6000-78
9612-6000-79
9612-6000-80

9612-6000-51
9612-6000-52
9612-6000-53
9612-6000-54
9612-6000-55
9612-6000-56
9612-6000-57
9612-6000-58
9612-6000-59
9612-6000-60

C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC
C/SIC

Motor
(kW)

Rev.
(rpm)

Prop.
Diam.

1.5
2.2
3.0
2.2
3.0
4.0
5.5
7.5
3.0
5.5

950
1430
1430
940
960
960
1450
1450
720
955

200
200
200
250
250
250
250
250
300
300

200
200
200
250
300
300
300
300
300
300

EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM
EPDM

Options
Equipment
A) Motors for other voltage or frequency
B) Other shaft seal combinations and other product wetted rubber types:
- Shaft seal carbon/silicon carbide/NBR rubber.
- Shaft seal carbon/silicon carbide/FPM rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/EPDM rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/NBR rubber.
- Shaft seal silicon carbide/silicon carbide/FPM rubber.

4.3

4.3.7

LKR-5, LKRE and LKRE-H

Agitators

Horizontal

AISI 304
Code No.

AISI 316L
Code No.

Dimensions
(mm)
Welding flanges for agitators
Prop.
Diam.

Type

9611-60-2042

9611-60-2013

9611-63-2042

9611-63-2013

LKR-5
LKRE

200

LKR-5
LKRE-H

250
300

Thickness

260

12
C

330
330

16

Blank flange
A

310

250

238

16.5

23

270
A

B
C

9611-88-0604

D
E
F

NOTE! All rubber parts meet FDA quality standards.

Blank flange drawing No. 9611-88-0603 for welding flange (240) 9611-60-2042 - On request.
Blank flange drawing No. 9611-88-0604 for welding flange (320) 9611-60-2013 - On request.
Voltage and frequency:

(
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3~, 50 Hz, 220-240V/380-420VY

3~, 60 Hz, 250-280V/440-480VY

2.2 kW
2.5 kW

3~, 50 Hz, 380-420V/660-690VY

3~, 60 Hz, 440-480V

3.0 kW
3.5 kW

NOTE! Other voltages/frequences - on request.

4.3

4.3.8

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For Rapid and Vigorous mixing

LKRE Agitator

PD 65105 GB5 2002-02

Application
Agitator LKRE is used in tanks or vessels where a rapid and
vigorous mixing is required. For example yoghurt can be mixed
in 3 to 4 minutes.
LKRE is specifically designed for use in dairies and the food
industry. The agitator should be used mainly in temporary service.
Working principle
LKRE comprises a self-cooled standard motor with a direct
coupled propeller shaft. The electric motor is fitted on a console
with a stainless steel flange for welding into a tank or vessel. The
joint between the console and the flange is fitted with an O-ring
on the side of the tank wall to act as a sanitary seal.
The propeller shaft is fitted with a rotary carbon seal to ensure that
no air is sucked in. The propeller is a three-bladed type.
The agitator is specially designed for CIP and is fitted with
attachments for internal cleaning of tubes and propeller.
Standard design
LKRE is available in two versions and is to be positioned vertically.
Propeller diameter, revolution speed and motor size should be
selected after taking in to account the product to be mixed or
agitated. The standard motor, as fitted, is especially suitable for
use in conditions where it is normal to fit an agitator, in that the
motor shell and insulation are intended for operation under damp
or wet conditions.
Materials
Steel parts:
Lower bearing:
Rubber seals:
Shaft seal:

Fig. 1. LKRE, Agitator.

Stainless steel AISI 304.

Reinforced PTFE.
Nitrile (NBR).
Carbon/stainless steel.

Operation
The agitator causes the product to move, the result being the
following two types of flow or current: Firstly a main flow which
moves the liquid over a large distance, secondly a whirlpool effect
(turbulence) which overrides the main flow and moves the liquid
over smaller distances (fig. 2).
The specially designed jet-pipe around the propeller (fig. 1)
produces concentrated sucking and squirting actions which lead
to an effective mixing.

Fig. 2. Operation.

Main
flow

Ordering
Please state the following when ordering:
Agitator type LKRE.
Propeller size: 90 or 110 mm.
Voltage and frequency.

Technical data
The values in this table are for 2800 rpm.

Type

Propeller
size (mm)

Max. current
at 380 V/
2800 rpm. (A)

Measured
current
at 380 V (A)

Max. tank
pressure
(kp/cm2)

Max. temp.
(Co)

Q
(m3/min)

Cm
(m/sek)

90

2.7

110

3.9

13

110

4.7

110

6.5

16

LKRE

Q
Cm

Theoretical mixing capacity by specific density p = 1 g/cm3.

Theoretical axial speed directly above the propeller.

=
=

Motor
Standard direct coupled motor acc. to IEC metric standard IP55
(with drain holes with labyrinth plug), insulation class F.
Voltage and frequency
3~, 50 Hz, 220-240VD/380-420VY
3~, 60 Hz, 250-280VD/440-480VY

Motor size (2 speed)

50Hz: 2.5 kW 1440 rpm.
3.1 kW 2820 rpm.

Dimensions (mm)
Propeller
110

1045

1365

B*

550

870

240

240

106

130

615

935

230

230

H**

200

200

Weight (kg)

42

42

H
A

90

size (mm)

* Distance from flange to the centre of propeller.

** Diameter for welding flange screws.

PD 65105 GB5 2002-02

How to contact Alfa Laval

Contact details for all countries
are continually updated on our website.
Please visit www.alfalaval.com to
access the information direct.

Fig. 3. Dimensions.

The information contained herein is correct at the time of

issue, but may be subject to change without prior notice.