Tiger-Vac CD-IT (114L) EX (CFE) HEPA 1/2GD
Tiger-Vac CD-IT (114L) EX (CFE) HEPA 1/2GD – Oil-Based Inert ATEX Vacuum for Reactive Metal Powders
The Tiger-Vac CD-IT (114L) EX (CFE) HEPA 1/2GD is a high-capacity inert vacuum system designed for the safe recovery and neutralization of conductive, combustible and self-heating metal powders in ATEX Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22. The unit uses an oil-based immersion process (“Wet Oil Mix”) where reactive metal dust is submerged in a controlled neutralizing liquid bath, eliminating ignition sources and reducing thermal and chemical reactivity.
Applications – where the 114L model is used
- Medium to large additive manufacturing / metal 3D-printing environments
- Recovery of reactive metal powders: aluminium, magnesium, titanium, zirconium and superalloys
- Ammunition, defence, pyrotechnics and energetic material handling
- Battery R&D and production with lithium-, cobalt- or nickel-based fines
- Metalworking lines and metallurgical processes generating significant amounts of reactive fines
Neutralizing liquid, permitted and prohibited materials
The CD-IT (114L) is designed for use with mineral oil or another manufacturer-approved neutralizing liquid. Oil immersion is mandatory for reactive or water-reactive dusts such as magnesium, aluminium, titanium, zirconium and lithium-based blends.
Permitted: reactive metal powders, AM metal powders, ammunition residues, pyrotechnic dust.
Not permitted: organic, food, plastic, wood or other non-metallic dusts.
Part of the CD-IT EX (CFE) inert vacuum series
The CD-IT (114L) is the mid-sized model in the three-unit Tiger-Vac inert series. All models share the same immersion principle, ATEX 1/2GD classification and IECEx compliance, differing mainly in liquid bath capacity and motor performance.
| Model | Motor & Performance | Tank / Liquid Bath | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CD-IT (85L) EX (CFE) HEPA | 2.2 kW, 212 m³/h, 2540 mm H₂O | Approx. 85 L / ~30 L oil bath | Smaller AM labs, low dust volumes |
| CD-IT (114L) EX (CFE) HEPA | 4.0 kW, 299 m³/h, 3380 mm H₂O | Approx. 114 L / ~45 L oil bath | Medium-scale AM production |
| CD-IT (160L) EX (CFE) | 7.5 kW, 850 m³/h, 4370 mm H₂O | Approx. 160 L / ~60 L oil bath | Large AM factories, heavy dust loads |
Inert or ATEX – which does your process require?
Reactive metal powders often require oil-based inertization rather than dry ATEX vacuuming. Learn when inert technology is mandatory.
Values provided by the manufacturer at approx. 20°C.
| Model | Tiger-Vac CD-IT (114L) EX (CFE) HEPA 1/2GD |
|---|---|
| ATEX Classification | II 1/2GD – Ex db h IIB T4 Gb / Ex h tb IIIC T135°C Db IP65 |
| IECEx Certificate | IECEx LCI 10.0040X |
| Neutralizing Liquid | Mineral oil |
| Wattage | 4000 W |
| Power | 4.0 kW |
| Airflow | 299 m³/h |
| Vacuum | 3380 mm H₂O |
| VRV Setting | 2030 mm H₂O |
| Liquid Bath Capacity | Approx. 45 L oil, ~15 kg metal dust |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 127 × 74 × 183 cm |
| Weight | 181 kg |
