Radleys Reactor-Ready Pilot User manual

Instructions
Reactor-Ready Pilot™
Lab Reactor
Patented
Your Local Distributor
Radleys, Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AZ. United Kingdom.
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June 2021 Issue 7

Page 1
Page 1 Index
Page 2 1. Introduction
2. Warranty
Page 3 3. Safety Information
4. Important WARNINGS
Page 4 5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories
Page 5 5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories - Continued
Page 6 5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories - Continued
Page 7 6. Component and Vessel Guide
Page 8 6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
Page 9 6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
Page 10 6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
Page 11 7. Quick Start Guide
Page 12 7. Quick Start Guide - Continued
Page 13 7. Quick Start Guide - Continued
Page 14 7. Quick Start Guide - Continued
Page 15 8. Set-Up and Operation
8.1 Optimising thermal performance
8.2 Operating temperature range
Page 16 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.3 Setting up the base
Page 17 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.3 Setting up the base
8.4 Assembling the Manifolds
Page 18 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.5 Assembling the Manifolds on the right hand rod
Page 19 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.6 Locating the support platform
8.7 Assembling the brace rods
& Levelling the Framework
Page 20 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.7 Assembling the brace rods
& Levelling the Framework
8.8 Assembling the stirrer support
Page 21 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.8 Assembling the stirrer support
8.9 Preparing the reaction vessel
Page 22 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.9 Preparing the reaction vessel
Page 23 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.10 Assembling the vessel lid, stirrer guide and probe
Page 24 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.11 Attaching the thermofluid hoses
Page 25 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.12 Attaching the overhead stirrer
Page 26 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.13 Choosing your thermoregulator (circulator)
8.14 Choosing your thermofluid
8.15 Connecting the thermoregulator
Page 27 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.16a If adapters and isolating valves are not to be used
8.16bIf adapters and isolating valves are to be used
8.17 Charging Reactor-Ready with thermofluid
Page 28 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.18 Static
Page 29 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.19 Draining thermofluid from Reactor-Ready Pilot
8.20 Disconnecting the thermoregulator
Page 30 8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.21 Hose Tidies
9. Accessories
9.1 Universal Boss
9.2 Rod Extender
9.3 Drip Trays
Page 31 9. Accessories - Continued
 9.4ReuxDividers
Page 32 9. Accessories - Continued
9.5 Accessory Glassware
Page 33 10. Jacketed Glass Reaction Vessels
10.1 Materials of Construction
10.2 Vacuum & Pressure
 10.3SafeDeltaT(ΔT)
10.4 Temperature Range
10.5 The use of self-sealing couplings - not recommended
10.6 Vessel Sidearms
Page 34 10. Jacketed Glass Reaction Vessels - Continued
10.7 Vacuum Jacketed Vessels
10.8 V4 Zero Dead Space Stopcock (V4 ZDS)
Page 35 10. Jacketed Glass Reaction Vessels - Continued
10.9 Minimising weeping at low or high temperatures
10.10 Replacement Pistons & O-Rings
Page 36 11. General Specications
Page 37 11. General Specications - Continued
12. Routine Maintenance
Page 38 12. Routine Maintenance - Continued
Page 39 Huber Thermoregulator Performance
Page 40 WARRANTY - EMAIL BACK
Reactor-Ready Pilot - Lab Reactor
Index

Reactor-Ready Pilot - Lab Reactor
Thank you for purchasing Reactor-Ready Pilot.
Please read this Instruction Manual thoroughly before operating the unit.
1. Introduction
Reactor-Ready Pilot is designed as a universal reactor work station that can be used for different vessel sizes and different projects. Reactor-
Ready Pilot is ideal for process development, scale-up, pilot and kilo labs. The beauty of Reactor-Ready Pilot is that one reactor work station
can replace many, saving you money and fume hood space.
Features include
• Rapid vessel exchange with quick-release vessel clamp and wide bore hose couplings.
• Range of single and vacuum jacketed vessels from 5 litres to 35 litres.
• Vessels manufactured at 1.25 to 1 ratio (internal height to diameter) to mimic plant scale reactors.
• DN200 vessel flange.
• Accepts all leading brands of overhead stirrer and allows easy, tool-free adjustment.
• Compact stainless steel framework accepts all vessel sizes.
• Self-aligning stirrer coupling engages without the need for tools.
• Temperaturerange:-70ºCto+230ºC.(ChemrazO-Ringsarerecommendedforuseabove+150˚C)
• Innovative hose manifolds allow easy thermofluid drain down.
• Wide range of accessory glassware including condensers, dropping funnels etc.
• Optional software allows you to log & control 3rd party devices.
• Operating Pressure Range 10mbar to 1.5 bar (absolute).
2. Warranty
• Reactor-Ready Pilot includes one year full parts and labour warranty from date of original purchase.
• Warranty will only be valid if a completed Warranty Email Back is returned within 1 month of date of purchase (see last page).
• In the event of product failure please contact your local distributor.
• Please do not return any goods without prior agreement.
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3. Safety Information
ThefollowingsymbolsareintendedtoassisttheuserinthesafeandefcientoperationofReactor-ReadyPilot.
4. Important WARNINGS
Please read these instructions completely before using the Reactor-Ready Pilot system.
• Always read the instructions of any third party equipment, such as overhead stirrers and thermoregulators thoroughly to ensure you are not
contravening any safety recommendations or manufacturers warranty when used in conjunction with Reactor-Ready Pilot.
• Always ensure that the Reactor-Ready Pilot vessel is clamped and supported correctly, using the purpose built framework and clamp. Under
no circumstances should the system be operated without this framework.
• The maximum operating stirring speed for PTFE stirrer guides in general is 500rpm for continuous operation and 800rpm for short periods,
but for the large vessel volumes in Reactor-Ready Pilot, slower speeds appropriate for the chemistry should be used.
• When using 30 or 35 litre vessels, the Lower Support Plate must be correctly installed and assembled under the vessel.
• It is the responsibility of the user to ensure correct set up and continued maintenance of the stand, clamps and framework.
• Always ensure that Reactor-Ready Pilot is located on a level surface.
• Operate only in a fume hood with protective safety sash.
• Risk of burns from hot or extreme cold surfaces during and after heating/cooling, therefore take care not to touch the Reactor-Ready Pilot
unit, or any of the auxiliary modules.
• Reactor-Ready Pilot unit will remain hot for some considerable time after the heating source has been switched off. A temperature probe
or temperature sensitive label can be used to indicate when components are too hot to touch.
• Beforestartingyourreaction,ensurethatallttingstothethermoregulatorarefullytightened,notleakingandthatthemanifolddrainand
vent valves are closed.
• Reactor-Ready Pilot metal components are resistant to the majority of solvents and splash-resistant to dilute acids and alkalis at room
temperature.
• Always wipe away any chemical spills immediately and avoid exposure to strong vapours such as HCl etc, as continued exposure to
chemical vapours or liquids will cause corrosion to metal and/or plastic components.
• Reactor-ReadyPilotcanbeusedwitharecirculatinguidatatemperatureofupto230˚C,ordownto-70°Cwithoutdamagetotheunit.
CarefulinspectionofalluidconnectionstoReactor-ReadyPilotshouldberegularlyperformedwhenoperatingatthesetemperatures.
• Ensure all wires and cables connecting auxiliary equipment are secured such that they cannot come into contact with Reactor-Ready Pilot
surfaces, or moving parts.
• Flowing liquids can create a build up of static, leading to risk of sparks and explosion. Care must be taken to properly bond and ground
components of Reactor-Ready Pilot to meet local safety requirements.
• Reactor-Ready Pilot should only be operated by trained and competent personnel. As with all chemistries, a full risk assessment should be
performed prior to starting and care should be taken to monitor reactions at all stages. During operation Reactor-Ready Pilot should not be
left unattended unless in a supervised area.
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WARNING
Applies when there is a possibility
of personal injury.
!
Reactor-Ready Pilot - Lab Reactor
IMPORTANT NOTE
Alerts the user to important facts.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,

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5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories
How to order Reactor-Ready Pilot
1. Select the Reactor-Ready Pilot Core: RR210000.
2. Choose the lid you require, glass or PTFE.
3. Choose the Vessel Kit or Kits required by selecting the vessel volume and style.
4. Select the Lower Support Plate if using the 30 or 35 litre vessels.
5. Select the overhead stirrer you require.
6. If you need a thermoregulator, hoses, hose adapters, thermofluid or accessory
glassware, then select from the accessory list.
7. If you need automation, add the AVA Lab Control Software and Data Hub.
Reactor-Ready Pilot Core System
RR210000 Reactor-Ready Pilot Core System includes:
• Base frame, support rods, vessel clamp, i-beam
and stirrer support bosses.
• Vessel to manifold insulated hoses with quick-release
connections.
• Lower inlet manifold with drain.
• Upper outlet manifold with vent.
• PTFE Stirrer guide.
• Stainless steel stirrer drive coupling.
• One aluminium vessel support collar.
• FEP flange O-ring and PTFE centring collar.
Important: Hoses to connect the Reactor-Ready Pilot framework to your
thermoregulator are NOT included. You will require hoses with an M30x1.5 female
connection or appropriate adapters. See listing for hoses, adapters and suitable
thermoregulators.
Optional Pilot Core Height Reduction Kits
RR210070 Reactor-Ready Pilot Core - 200mm Height Reduction Kit
RR210072 Reactor-Ready Pilot Core - 300mm Height Reduction Kit
Important: Designed to reduce the overall height of the Pilot Core by 200 or 300mm.
Jacketed and Vacuum Jacketed Reaction Vessel Kits
• Kits include; process vessel, turbine stirrer paddle, PTFE Pt100 temp. probe with
Lemo plug and PTFE temperature probe adapter.
• Custom vessel designs are available on request.
RR220005 5L Single Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220010 5L Vacuum Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220015 10L Single Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220020 10L Vacuum Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220025 15L Single Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220035 20L Single Jacketed Pilot Process Vessel Kit
RR220045 30L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel Kit (must also purchase RR210002)
RR220050 35L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel Kit (must also purchase RR210002)
Jacketed and Vacuum Jacketed Reaction Vessel Only
RR235050 5L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235052 5L Vacuum Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235100 10L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235102 10L Vacuum Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235150 15L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235200 20L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel
RR235300 30L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel (must also purchase RR210002)
RR235350 35L Single Jacketed Pilot Vessel (must also purchase RR210002)
30L and 35L Vessel Lower Support Plate
RR210002 Reactor-Ready Pilot Lower Support Plate with Silicone Ring
RR210085 Optional - PTFE Support Ring for Lower Support Plate
RR210086 Replacement - Silicone Support Ring for Lower Support Plate
Reaction Vessel Support Collar
RR210018 Pilot Vessel Support Collar
Important: One support collar is supplied with each Reactor-Ready Pilot Core.
We recommend one support collar per vessel.
Glass DN200 Lids
• Choice of 6 or 7 Rodaviss glass joints.
• Custom lid designs are available on request.
RR236000 6 Neck Lid DN200 - 1xB19, 1xB24, 1xB29, 2xB34, 1xB45
RR236002 7 Neck Lid DN200 - 1xB19, 1xB24, 1xB29, 3xB34, 1xB45
PTFE DN200 Lids
RR136200 8 Neck PTFE Lid DN200 - with sockets
1 x B19, 1 x B24, 2 x B29, 3 x B34, 1 x B45
RR136210 8 Neck PTFE Lid DN200 - with 8 Threaded Ports
2 x ¾” NPT, 1 x 1” NPT, 5 x 1½” NPT
PTFE Sockets, Compression Fittings
& Blanking Plugs for DN200 PTFE Lids
RR136300 Rodaviss B19 Socket Adapter (¾” NPT)
RR136301 Rodaviss B24 Socket Adapter (¾” NPT)
RR136302 Rodaviss B29 Socket Adapter (¾” NPT)
RR136303 Rodaviss B34 Socket Adapter (¾” NPT)
RR136304 Rodaviss B45 Socket Adapter (¾” NPT)
RR136305 Rodaviss B24 Socket Adapter (1” NPT)
RR136306 Rodaviss B29 Socket Adapter (1” NPT)
RR136307 Rodaviss B34 Socket Adapter (1” NPT)
RR136308 Rodaviss B45 Socket Adapter (1” NPT)
RR136309 Rodaviss B24 Socket Adapter (1½” NPT)
RR136310 Rodaviss B29 Socket Adapter (1½” NPT)
RR136311 Rodaviss B34 Socket Adapter (1½” NPT)
RR136313 Rodaviss B45 Socket Adapter (1½” NPT)
RR136312 Reactor-Ready Pilot Central B34 Socket Adapter (1½” NPT)
RR136316 8mm Bore Compression Fitting ¾” NPT
RR136317 12mm Bore Compression Fitting ¾” NPT
RR136318 14mm Bore Compression Fitting ¾” NPT
RR136319 16mm Bore Compression Fitting ¾” NPT
RR136320 19mm Bore Compression Fitting ¾” NPT
RR136321 8mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136322 12mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136323 14mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136324 16mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136325 19mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136326 25mm Bore Compression Fitting 1” NPT
RR136327 PTFE Blanking Plug ¼” NPT
RR136328 PTFE Blanking Plug ¾” NPT
RR136329 PTFE Blanking Plug 1” NPT
RR136330 PTFE Blanking Plug 1½” NPT
PTFE Pt100 Temperature Probes and Adapters
RR145000 Pt100 PTFE Temp. Probe 9mm + Lemo Plug - 5L to 10L Vessels
RR146000 Pt100 PTFE Temp. Probe 9mm + Lemo Plug - 15L to 35L Vessels
RR140015 PTFE Temperature Probe Adapter - 9mm
PTFE Baffles + PTFE Probe Baffles
RR257000 PTFE Baffle, 16mm OD Shaft, 35mm x 600mm long
RR257002 PTFE Baffle, 16mm OD Shaft, 35mm x 700mm long
RR257004 Pt100 PTFE Baffle Probe + Lemo, 16mm OD Shaft,
35mm x 600mm long
RR257006 Pt100 PTFE Baffle Probe + Lemo, 16mm OD Shaft,
35mm x 700mm long
RR257008 B24 to 16mm PTFE Compression Fitting
RR257010 B29 to 16mm PTFE Compression Fitting
RR257012 B34 to 16mm PTFE Compression Fitting Overhead Stirrers

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5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories - Continued
Hei-Torque Overhead Stirrers
501-62010-00 Hei-Torque 200 Value
501-62020-00 Hei-Torque 200 Precision - RS232 & USB
501-64010-00 Hei Torque 400 Value
501-64020-00 Hei-Torque 400 Precision - RS232 & USB
Control Interface Cable
14-007-040-72 RS232 Interface Cable - 9 pin to 9 pin
PTFE Stirrer Shafts
RR258051 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 5L Pilot Vessels
RR258052 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 5L Pilot Vessels
RR258053 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 5L Pilot Vessels
RR258101 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 10L Pilot Vessels
RR258102 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 10L Pilot Vessels
RR258103 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 10L Pilot Vessels
RR258151 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 15L Pilot Vessels
RR258152 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 15L Pilot Vessels
RR258153 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 15L Pilot Vessels
RR258201 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 20L Pilot Vessels
RR258202 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 20L Pilot Vessels
RR258203 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 20L Pilot Vessels
RR258306 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 30L Pilot Vessels
RR258307 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 30L Pilot Vessels
RR258308 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 30L Pilot Vessels
RR258351 Anchor PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 35L Pilot Vessels
RR258352 Retreat Curve PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 35L Pilot Vessels
RR258353 Turbine PTFE Stirrer Shaft - 35L Pilot Vessels
RR258300 Adjustable PTFE 4 Blade 45 Angle Rotor 16mm OD 100mm Rotor
RR258302 Adjustable PTFE 2 Blade Vertical Rotor 16mm OD 100mm Rotor
Clamps & Supports
RR139360 Pilot Boss Head - 22-35mm, 8-12mm
RR139362 Rod Extender - 10mm, 100mm long, for 10mm rods
RR139364 Rubber Belt Clamp - 10mm rod, 60-170mm
RR139366 Chain Clamp - 10mm rod, 40-120mm
RR139368 Chain Clamp - 10mm rod, 80-150mm
RR139370 Chain Clamp - 10mm rod, 100-170mm
RR139372 4-Prong Large Clamp - 10mm rod, 30-80mm
RR139374 Universal Clamp Cork Jaws - 10mm rod, 0-80mm
RR139376 Lower Support Ring - 10m rod, 76mm ID
Drip Trays
RR210062 Drip Tray PP 7L Capacity
RR210064 Drip Tray PP 22L Capacity
RR210066 Drip Tray PP 45L Capacity
RR210068 Drip Tray PP 55L Capacity (extra wide -740mm)
Replacement 25mm Piston
RR166070 Piston 25mm for Single and Vacuum Jacketed Vessel
General Maintenance Accessories
RRR210100 Reactor-Ready Pilot Maintenance Kit (includes all items listed below)
Does NOT include Chemraz O-rings or 25mm Piston
RR121027 Oil Wipe for Support Rods, pk 10
RR121136 Stirrer Guide Bearing Seal B34, 16mm
RR121138 Stirrer Guide Ferrule and Shaft Seal B34, 16mm
RR121071 23mm Viton O-Rings for Quick Release Hose Coupling, pk 2
RR210050 34mm Viton O-Rings for Quick Release Hose Coupling - NW20, pk 2
RR210022 FEP Encapsulated Silicone Vessel O-ring - 200mm
RR166104 Replacement 25mm Piston Top O-Ring, pk 2
RR166106 Replacement 25mm Piston Middle O-Ring
Important: For temperatures above 150˚C we recommend the use of high performance Chemraz
piston O-rings to prevent possible weeping. Chemraz O-rings are suitable for temperatures from
0˚C to +230˚C and should not be used below 0˚C.
Chemraz O-Ring
RR210074 Replacement25mmPistonTopO-RingChemraz(0˚Cto230˚C)
Condensers
RR139300 Large Double Coil Condenser 60mm B34 to B34 + GL18 fittings
RR139302 Large Double Coil Condenser 85mm B34 to B34 + GL18 fittings
Condensers with Spherical Joints
RR139400 Large Double Coil Condenser 60mm S41 to B34 + GL18 fittings
RR139402 Large Double Coil Condenser 85mm S41 to B34 + GL18 fittings
Spherical Joint replacement parts
RR139424 Metal Clip for S41 Spherical Joints
RR139426 FEP O-Ring for S41 Spherical Joints
Swan Neck Adapter
RR139308 Swan Neck Adapter Vertical B24 to Vertical B24
RR139310 Swan Neck Adapter Vertical B29 to Vertical B29
RR139312 Swan Neck Adapter Vertical B34 to Vertical B34
Swan Neck Adapter with Spherical Joints
RR139410 Swan Neck Adapter Vertical B29 to Vertical S41
RR139412 Swan Neck Adapter Vertical B34 to Vertical S41
Dropping Funnels
RR139017 250ml Graduated Dropping Funnel Equalising Arm B24
RR139019 500ml Graduated Dropping Funnel Equalising Arm B24
RR139021 1000ml Graduated Dropping Funnel Equalising Arm B24
RR139304 2000ml Graduated Dropping Funnel Equalising Arm B29
PTFE Flexible Bellows
RR139079 PTFE Flexible Bellows B24
RR139081 PTFE Flexible Bellows B29
RR139083 PTFE Flexible Bellows B34
Oil Bubblers
RR139051 Oil Bubbler Type 1 B24 + GL14 + fittings
RR139314 Oil Bubbler Type 1 B29 + GL14 + fittings
Solid Additions Funnels
RR139053 Solid Additions Funnel B34 (with extended tube)
RR139316 Solid Additions Funnel B45 (with extended tube)
Gas Purge Adapter
RR139025 Gas Purge Adapter B24 + GL14 + fittings
Liquid Inlet Adapter
RR139057 Valved Right Angled Liquid Inlet Adapter B24 to GL14
RR139318 Valved Right Angled Liquid Inlet Adapter B29 to GL14
Run-Off Adapter and Valve
RR139340 Vertical Run-Off Adapter B24 to Plain Stem
RR139137 Run-Off Secondary Valve, B24 to Stopcock
PTFE Hose Adapter
RR139063 PTFE Hose Adapter B19 to 12mm ID (NW12)
RR139065 PTFE Hose Adapter B24 to 15mm ID

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5. Reactor-Ready Pilot and Accessories - Continued
Reflux Divider Kits
RR239200 Pilot Reflux Divider Kit
RR239201 Pilot Reflux Divider Kit + Spherical Joint
RR239202 Pilot Reflux Divider Kit with Vapour Temperature Probe
RR239203 Pilot Reflux Divider Kit with Vapour Temperature Probe
+ Spherical Joint
Reflux Divider Kit Replacement Parts
RR139320 Reflux Divider Head B34 + GL18 + fitting
RR139322 Reflux Divider Head B34 + GL18 + fitting + B14 temp probe port
RR139420 Reflux Divider Head B34 to S41 + GL18 fitting
RR139422 Reflux Divider Head B34 to S41 + GL18 fittings + B14 temp port
RR139133 Pt100 PTFE Temp. Probe (Reflux Divider Head) + 2m Cable + Lemo
RR139135 PTFE Temperature Probe Adapter (B14 for Reflux Divider Head)
RR139111 Screw Cap with Aperture GL14, pk 10
RR139113 Silicone Seal with PTFE Washer GL14, 6mm, pk 10
RR139115 Screw Cap GL14, with PTFE seal, pk 10
RR139119 Screw Cap with Aperture GL25, pk 10
RR139121 Silicone Seal with PTFE Washer GL25, 12mm, pk 10
RR139342 GL14 HT Compression Fitting for 4mm OD Tubing
RR139344 GL14 HT Compression Fitting for 6mm OD Tubing
RR139346 GL25 HT Compression Fitting for 8mm OD Tubing
RR139348 GL25 HT Compression Fitting for 10mm OD Tubing
RR139350 GL25 HT Compression Fitting for 12mm OD Tubing
RR139352 GL18 PFA Hose Connector for 10mm ID Tubing
RR139354 PTFE Tubing 10mm ID x 12mm OD - 1m length
Reflux Divider Receiver Flask
RR139324 500ml Receiver Flask 3 x B24 Socket, + B24 Cone and Tap
RR139326 1000ml Receiver Flask 3 x B24 Socket, + B24 Cone and Tap
RR139328 2000ml Receiver Flask 3 x B24 Socket, + B24 Cone and Tap
RR139330 5000ml Receiver Flask 3 x B24 Socket, + B24 Cone and Tap
Enlarging Adapter
RR139034 Enlarging Adapter B19 to B24
RR139035 Enlarging Adapter B24 to B29
RR139036 Enlarging Adapter B19 to B29
RR139037 Enlarging Adapter B29 to B34
RR139038 Enlarging Adapter B19 to B34
Reducing Adapter
RR139039 Reducing Adapter B24 to B19
RR139041 Reducing Adapter B29 to B19
RR139043 Reducing Adapter B29 to B24
RR139045 Reducing Adapter B34 to B19
RR139047 Reducing Adapter B34 to B24
RR139049 Reducing Adapter B34 to B29
Rodaviss Joint to GL Adapters
RR139085 Adapter Rodaviss B19 to GL25
RR139332 Adapter Rodaviss B24 to GL25
RR139334 Adapter Rodaviss B29 to GL25
RR139087 Adapter Rodaviss B34 to GL25
RR139089 Adapter Rodaviss B19 to GL14
RR139091 Adapter Rodaviss B24 to GL14
RR139336 Adapter Rodaviss B29 to GL14
RR139093 Adapter Rodaviss B19 to 2 x GL14
RR139095 Adapter Rodaviss B24 to 2 x GL14
RR139338 Adapter Rodaviss B29 to 2 x GL14
Glass Cone Stoppers
RR139027 Glass Cone Stopper B19
RR139029 Glass Cone Stopper B24
RR139031 Glass Cone Stopper B29
RR139033 Glass Cone Stopper B34
RR139378 Glass Cone Stopper B45
Right Angle Adapter
RR139011 Right Angle Adapter B29 + GL14 + PTFE fittings
RR139012 Right Angle Adapter B34 + GL14 + PTFE fittings
AVA Lab Control Software
RR20308 AVA Level 4 Software Kit: Comprising of:
• AVA Software Level 4
• Laptop Controller
• 4 Port Data Hub
• 1 Year AVA Care Support
Huber Thermoregulators (others available)
HB1000.0016.01 Unistat Tango Pilot ONE Controller (230v or 400v)
HB1002.0021.01 Unistat 405 Pilot ONE Controller (230v or 400v)
HB1005.0057.01 Unistat 425 Pilot ONE Controller
HB1005.0061.01 Unistat 510w Pilot ONE Controller
HB1007.0031.01 Unistat 610w Pilot ONE Controller
HB1014.0051.01 Unistat 825 Pilot ONE Controller
HB1014.0052.01 Unistat 825w Pilot ONE Controller
Thermoregulator Hoses
M24 Insulated Hose with PTFE Inner (12mm ID x 37mm OD)
HB9325 M24x1.5x1mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9326 M24x1.5x1.5mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9327 M24x1.5x2mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9328 M24x1.5x3mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
M30 Insulated Hose with PTFE Inner (20mm ID x 44mm OD)
HB9612 M30x1.5x1mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9613 M30x1.5x1.5mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9614 M30x1.5x2mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
HB9615 M30x1.5x3mInsulatedPTFEHose -60°Cto+260°C
M24 Insulated Hose with Metal Inner (12mm ID x 44mm OD)
HB9274 M24x1.5x1mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB9275 M24x1.5x1.5mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB9276 M24x1.5x2mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB9277 M24x1.5x3mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
M30 Insulated Hose with Metal Inner (20mm ID x 56mm OD)
HB6426 M30x1.5x1mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB6386 M30x1.5x1.5mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB6427 M30x1.5x2mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
HB6428 M30x1.5x3mInsulatedMetalHose -100°Cto+350°C
M24 Adapters
HB9268 M24x1.5 Male to M30x1.5 Female Adapter
HB6723 M24x1.5 Female to M30x1.5 Male Adapter
HB9256 M24x1.5 90 degree Adapter
HB12634 M24x1.5 Nut
HB9471 M24x1.5 Hose Connector NW12
HB9236 M24x1.5 Isolating Ball Valve
Thermofluid
HB6161 SilOilM20.195/235.20,5Litre -20°Cto+235°C*
HB6162 SilOilM20.195/235.20,10Litre -20°Cto+235°C*
HB6163 SilOilM40.165/220.10,5Litre -40°Cto+220°C*
HB6164 SilOilM40.165/220.10,10Litre -40°Cto+220°C*
HB6165 SilOilM60.115/200.05,5Litre -60°Cto+200°C*
HB6166 SilOilM60.115/200.05,10Litre -60°Cto+200°C*
HB6479 DW-Therm M90.200.02, 10 Litre -90°Cto+200°C
Important: *Indicates maximum thermofluid temperature in sealed Unistat system
only. Furthermore DW-Therm can only be used above 170 ˚C with inert gas.
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Page 7
Reactor-Ready Core System 5 to 20 litres
1. Base Frame Assembly
2. Support Rods
3. Vessel Support Platform
4. Vessel Clamp
5. Vessel FEP O-Ring seal and PTFE centering collar
6. DN200 Vessel Collar + PTFE Liner
7. Brace Bars
8. Stirrer Support Rods
9. Stirrer Support I-Beam
10. B34 Stirrer Guide
11. Stirrer Coupling
12. Inlet Manifold + Drain (Lower Supply Manifold)
13. Outlet Manifold + Vent (Upper Return Manifold)
14. Safety Stop Collars
15. Quick Release Insulated Hoses, 70cm
16. Hose Tidies
17. Adjustable Feet
18. Locking Wheels
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6. Component and Vessel Guide
9
8
14
4
3
16
15
13
12
18
17
10
11
5
6
2
1
7

Page 8
Reactor-Ready Core System 30 and 35 litres
1. Base Frame Assembly
2. Support Rods
3. Vessel Support Platform
4. Vessel Clamp
5. Vessel FEP O-Ring seal and PTFE centering collar
6. DN200 Vessel Collar + PTFE Liner
7. Brace Bars
8. Stirrer Support Rods
9. Stirrer Support I-Beam
10. B34 Stirrer Guide
11. Stirrer Coupling
12. Inlet Manifold + Drain (Lower Supply Manifold)
13. Outlet Manifold + Vent (Upper Return Manifold)
14. Safety Stop Collars
15. Quick Release Insulated Hoses, 70cm
16. Hose Tidies
17. Adjustable Feet
18. Locking Wheels
19. Lower Support Plate
20. Silicone Support Ring (PTFE available)
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6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
9
8
14
4
3
16
15
13
12
18
1
17
6
5
10
11
2
7
19
20

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Page 9
Reaction Vessel Kits
• Reaction Vessel
• PTFE Turbine Stirrer
• Sidearm Couplings
• Pt100 PTFE Temperature Probe
with Lemo Connector
• PTFE Temperature Probe
Adapter
6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
RR236000 - 6 Neck DN200 Lid
• 1 x B34 central vertical - stirrer
• 1 x B19 side vertical - probe
• 1 x B24 side vertical - gas purge
• 1 x B29 side vertical - dropping funnel,
bubbler
•1xB34sidevertical-condenserandreux
• 1 x B45 side angled - solid additions
RR236002 - 7 Neck DN200 Lid
•
1 x B34 central vertical - stirrer
•
1 x B19 side vertical - probe
•
1 x B24 side vertical - gas purge
•
1 x
B29 side vertical - dropping funnel,
bubbler
•
2xB34sidevertical-condenserandreux
•
1 x B45 side angled - solid additions
RR136200 - 8 port with PTFE sockets
• 1 x B34 central vertical (1½” NPT)
• 1xB34side15°angled(1½”NPT)
• 1xB45side10°x10°compound(1½”NPT)
• 2 x B34 side vertical (1½” NPT)
• 1 x B19 side vertical (¾” NPT)
• 1 x B24 side vertical (¾” NPT)
• 1 x B29 Side vertical (1” NPT)
RR136210 - 8 port without sockets
• 1 x 1½” NPT central vertical
• 1x1½”NPTside15°angled
• 1x1½”NPTside10°x10°compound
• 2 x 1½” NPT side vertical
• 1 x ¾” NPT side vertical
• 1 x ¾” NPT side vertical
• 1 x 1” NPT side vertical
RR239200 - Pilot Reux Divider Kit
RR139320 - Reflux Divider Head, B34 + GL18 fittings
RR139300 - Large Double Coil Rodaviss Condenser 60mm B34 + GL18 + fittings
RR139012 - Right Angle Adapter B34 + GL14 + PTFE fittings
RR139332 - Adapter Rodaviss B24 to GL25
RR139350 - GL25 HT Compression Fitting for 12mm OD Tubing
RR139354 - PTFE Tubing 10mm ID x 12mm OD - 1m length
RR139360 - 3 x Pilot Boss Head - 22-35mm, 8-12mm
RR139372 - 4-Prong Large Clamp - 10mm rod, 30-80mm
RR139376 - Lower Support Ring - 10mm rod, 76mm ID
RR139374 - Universal Clamp Cork Jaws - 10mm rod, 0-80mm
Note: A suitable receiver flask/s RR139324/6/8/30 is required to complete this kit.
RR239202 - Pilot Reux Divider Kit with Vapour Temperature Probe
RR139322 - Reflux Divider Head, B34 + GL18 fittings +B14 temp port
RR139300 - Large Double Coil Rodaviss Condenser 60mm B34 + GL18 + fittings
RR139012 - Right Angle Adapter B34 + GL14 + PTFE fittings
RR139332 - Adapter Rodaviss B24 to GL25
RR139350 - GL25 HT Compression Fitting for 12mm OD Tubing
RR139354 - PTFE Tubing 10mm ID x 12mm OD - 1m length
RR139133 - Pt100 PTFE Temp. Probe (Reflux Divider Head) + 2m Cable
RR139135 - PTFE Temperature Probe Adapter (B14 for Reflux Divider Head)
RR139360 - 3 x Pilot Boss Head - 22-35mm, 8-12mm
RR139372 - 4-Prong Large Clamp - 10mm rod, 30-80mm
RR139376 - Lower Support Ring - 10mm rod, 76mm ID
RR139374 - Universal Clamp Cork Jaws - 10mm rod, 0-80mm
Note: A suitable receiver flask/s RR139324/6/8/30 is required to complete this kit.
RR239201 - Pilot Reux Divider Kit + Spherical Joint
As above except for following substitutions
RR139420 - Reflux Divider Head B34 to S41 Spherical Joint + GL18 fitting
RR139400 - Large Double Coil Condenser 60mm S41 Spherical Joint to B34 + GL18 fittings
Note: A suitable receiver flask/s RR139324/6/8/30 is required to complete this kit.
RR239203 - Pilot Reux Divider Kit with Vapour Temperature
Probe + Spherical Joint
As above except for following substitutions
RR139422 - Reflux Divider Head B34 to S41 Spherical + GL18 fittings + B14 temp port
RR139400 - Large Double Coil Condenser 60mm S41 Spherical to B34 + GL18 fittings
Note: A suitable receiver flask/s RR139324/6/8/30 is required to complete this kit.

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6. Component and Vessel Guide - Continued
5 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
10 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
15 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
20 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
30 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
35 litre
Single Jacketed
Vessel
Cat No. (Reaction Vessel Only) RR235050 RR235100 RR235150 RR235200 RR235300 RR235350
Cat No. (Reaction Vessel Kit) RR220005 RR220015 RR220025 RR220035 RR220045 RR220050
Nominal Capacity 5 Litres 10 Litres 15 Litres 20 Litres 30 Litres 35 Litres
Internal Diameter 180mm 240mm 260mm 290mm 340mm 340mm
External Diameter 250mm 300mm 315mm 350mm 415mm 415mm
Jacketed Height 230mm 300mm 325mm 363mm 378mm 433mm
External Height (piston open) 510mm 590mm 620mm 660mm 710mm 760mm
ThermouidJacketVolume 4.6 Litres 6.2 Litres 5.7 Litres 9.8 Litres 12.4 Litres 14 Litres
Heat Transfer Area 0.16m20.27m20.31m20.38m20.45m20.52m2
Flange DN200 DN200 DN200 DN200 DN200 DN200
Sidearm 20mm ID 20mm ID 20mm ID 20mm ID 20mm ID 20mm ID
Piston 25mm ID 25mm ID 25mm ID 25mm ID 25mm ID 25mm ID
Piston Run-off B24/29 B24/29 B24/29 B24/29 B24/29 B24/29
5 litre
Vacuum Jacketed
Vessel
10 litre
Vacuum Jacketed
Vessel
Cat No. (Reaction Vessel Only) RR235052 RR235102
Cat No. (Reaction Vessel Kit) RR220010 RR220020
Nominal Capacity 5 Litres 10 Litres
Internal Diameter 180mm 240mm
External Diameter 300mm 350mm
Jacketed Height 225mm 300mm
External Height (piston open) 530mm 610mm
ThermouidJacketVolume 3.9 Litres 5.4 Litres
Heat Transfer Area 0.16m20.27m2
Flange DN200 DN200
Sidearm 20mm ID 20mm ID
Piston 25mm 25mm
Piston Run-off B24/29 B24/29
Single jacketed
Wide flange, tangential
sidearms for rapid
thermal transfer.
Vacuum jacketed
Provides transparent
insulation for reduced
frosting and improved
contents visibility.
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7.6 Screw 2 x stirrer support rods into the lo-
cating holes on the vessel support platform.
Tighten the locking screws.
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7. Quick Start Guide
Page 11
7.1 Identify a clear unobstructed site within
your fumehood near two suitable power
outlets. You will require a power supply for
your thermoregulator and for your overhead
stirrer. Reactor-Ready Pilot should not be
moved after assembly so take care to locate
itinitsnalposition.Positionthebaseona
atsurface.Lockthewheelsinplace.
7.2 Slide the 2 side support rods into the
locating bushes on the base. Do NOT
tighten the locking screws.
7.2.1 If using 30L or 35L Vessel, slide the
Lower Support Plate onto the 2 side support
rods. Do NOT tighten the locking knobs
7.5 Locate the lower end fitting of the brace
bar into the brace bracket on the base, and
secure with the retaining screw. Repeat
with second brace bar.
Locate the upper end socket of each brace
bar into the support platform brace bracket,
and secure with the retaining screw.
The vessel support platform may now be
levelled (with the aid of the level indicator)
by shortening or extending either or both of
the brace bars.
7.3 Slide down the Lower Supply Manifold
first and then the Upper Return Manifold
onto the left hand support rod.
7.4 Then slide down the vessel support
platform onto the support rods. Carefully
slide the rods through the lower hole in the
vertical brace and then into the upper hole
until it is full inserted.
The locking screws on the base bushes and
support platform (and Lower Support Plate
for 30 to 35L Reactor Vessels) may now be
tightened.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE
Once the stirrer support rods
are assembled in the sup-
port platform, they should
be wiped evenly with the oil
lubricating cloth supplied.
7.2.1

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7. Quick Start Guide
Page 12
7.7 Slide two safety stop collars on to
the stirrer support rods, one on each rod,
followed by the stirrer support I-beam. Hand
tighten all knobs securely.
7.9 Position the glass reactor on the vessel
support platform.
7.8 Assemble the Vessel Support Collar
with PTFE Liners onto the vessel neck and
tighten.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Large glass vessels are
heavy. Particular care should
be taken when lifting and
handling large vessels. It is
strongly advised that loading
heavy vessels should be a
two person operation.
7.9.1 When using a 30L or 35L vessel.
Position the Lower Support Plate as low as
possible to allow plenty of clearance below
the vessel.
Load the glass reactor with support collar onto
the vessel support platform.
7.9.2 Raise the Lower Support Plate until the
silicone ring just engages with the bottom of
the vessel.
7.9.3 Tighten the locking knobs at the rear of
the Lower Support Plate.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE
Correct alignment of the
Vessel Support Collar is es-
sential for smooth operation
of the clamp. See section 8.8.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
WARNING - Large glass vessels are heavy. Particular care should be taken
when lifting and handling large vessels. It is strongly advised that loading
heavy vessels should be a two person operation.
!

7. Quick Start Guide - Continued
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Page 13
7.11 Position the Stirrer Guide in the central
lid port and hand tighten the red (Rodaviss)
screw cap fitting to secure. Slide the stirrer
shaft into the Stirrer Guide so that the top just
protrudes from the recess of the aluminium
stirrer guide cap and tighten the cap to lock
the shaft in place.
7.10 Assemble the Vessel O-Ring Seal and
PTFE Support Collar and place onto the
vessel neck flange.
7.12 Position the lid onto the O-Ring Seal
(on the vessel flange), close the clamp jaws
and lock with the fastening clip.
7.13 Attach the Insulated Hoses to the Lower
Supply Manifold and Upper Return Manifold
by screwing the stainless female fitting onto
the stainless steel horizontal screw thread
fitting on the Manifolds. Tighten fully using a
spanner to ensure no leakage.
7.14 Attach the upper and lower Insulated
Hoses to the vessel sidearms, and tighten
the red (Rodaviss) screw cap fittings until
they are finger tight.
7.15 Slide the spindle of the Stirrer Drive
Coupling into the overhead stirrer chuck, and
fully tighten the chuck.

Reactor-Ready Pilot - Lab Reactor
7. Quick Start Guide - Continued
Page 14
7.17 Adjust the height of the overhead
stirrer by loosening the locking knobs, and
sliding the Stirrer Support I-Beam down so
that the pins of the Stirrer Drive Coupling
engage with the pins within the metal cap on
the Stirrer Guide.
7.18 Attach any additional accessories
(dropping funnels, solids addition funnels,
temperature probes etc) to the lid ports and
secure by hand tightening the red (Rodaviss)
screw cap fittings.
7.16 Locate the rod of the overhead stirrer
into the hole in the sliding boss on the Stirrer
Support I-Beam.
7.19 Connect the thermoregulator Inlet and
Outlet hoses to the Reactor-Ready Pilot
Lower Supply Manifold and Upper Return
Manifold.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE - The
maximum operating stirring
speed for PTFE stirrer
guides in general is 500rpm
for continuous operation and
800rpm for short periods, but
for the large vessel volumes
in Reactor-Ready Pilot, slower
speeds should be used.

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8. Set-Up and Operation
8.1 Optimising thermal performance
The thermal performance, whether heating or cooling, will be affected by:-
a. Ambient temperature and atmospheric conditions
b. Liquid load to be heated/cooled
c. Heating and cooling power of the thermoregulator
d. Nature of the thermofluid
Please take care to consider and optimise these parameters if you wish to maximise the
performance of your Reactor-Ready Pilot system.
8.2 Operating temperature range
Reactor-Ready Pilot can be used from -70°C to +230°C (thermofluid temperature) without
damagetotheunit(ChemrazO-Ringsarerecommendedforuseabove+150˚C).Theworking
reaction temperature range will vary depending on thermoregulator, vessel size, contents
volume etc as stated above.
When working at extreme cold temperatures (below -50°C) it is common to see some weeping
from the bottom outlet valve. This weeping can be exacerbated with larger reaction volumes.
Loss of material can be minimised by addition of a stopcock to the outlet (RR139137 Run-Off
Secondary Valve).
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WARNING - Risk of burns from hot or cold parts - Reactor-Ready
Pilot will remain hot or cold for some considerable time after the heating/
cooling source has been switched off. A temperature probe or temperature
sensitive label can be used to indicate when components are too hot or cold
to touch. Always wear suitable protective equipment such as gloves, face
protection, aprons etc.
!
WARNING - Reactor-Ready Pilot should only be operated by trained and
competent personnel. As with all chemistries, a full risk assessment should be
performed prior to starting, and care should be taken to monitor reactions at
all stages. During operation Reactor-Ready Pilot should not be left unattended
unless in a supervised area.
!
WARNING - Always refer to the manufacturers specications for the therm-
ouidbeforeusingitwithReactor-ReadyPilottobesureofanylimitationsor
safety restrictions.
!
WARNING - Always refer to the manufacturer’s operating instructions for the
overhead stirrer before using it with Reactor-Ready Pilot to be sure of any
limitations or safety restrictions.
!
WARNING - Always refer to the manufacturer’s operating instructions for your
thermoregulator before using it with Reactor-Ready Pilot to be sure of any
limitations or safety restrictions.
!
WARNING - Please note that the Heidolph Hei-Torque 100 Value & Precision
stirrer motor models can create a minor low level vibration at speeds between
115 and 200rpm, which can result in the Reactor-Ready ‘drop-in coupling’
making a knocking noise. We recommend the use of the Hei-TORQUE 200 and
400 Value or Precision units with Reactor-Ready.
!

8.3 Setting up the base
8.3.1 Reactor-Ready Pilot comes as standard with swivel wheels. If you wish to replace these
with feet, please ensure this is done before proceeding any further with the set-up. See step
8.3.2 for instructions on fitting the feet or ‘skip to step 8.3.3’ .
8.3.2 Replacing the wheels with feet
8.3.2.1 Carefully prise off the plastic end cap from the base. Invert the base so the wheels are
facing upwards.
8.3.2.2 Using an allen key, undo the bolt securing the wheel and remove the wheel from the
base.
Rotate the locking nut attached to the foot to the end of the thread nearest the foot, then screw
the foot into the thread inset in the base until approximately 10mm of the thread is protruding
inside the cavity.
8.3.2.3 Screw the separate nut on to the exposed
thread of the foot (inside the cavity) until the
thread is flush with the top of the nut. Do not
screw the nut down tight.
8.3.2.4 Continue screwing the foot into the base
until it is at approximately the correct height.
Repeat with all 4 feet.
8.3.2.5 Replace the plastic cap.
8.3.2.6 Invert base and place it on the floor
where Reactor-Ready Pilot will be operated.
Adjust the height of the individual feet by screwing
in or out, until the 4 feet are firmly engaging with
the floor and the base is completely level.
Once level, tighten the locking nut on each foot with a spanner, ensuring that the foot doesn’t
move whilst this is being done. Finally, check that the base is still level, and completely stable
on the floor.
8.3.3 Position the Reactor-Ready Pilot
Identify a level and clear floor space within your fumehood to site your Reactor-Ready Pilot
assembly.
You will require two power outlets for an overhead stirrer and thermoregulator, cooling water
supply for the reflux condenser, inert gas and vacuum supply for operating under an inert
atmosphere.
Make sure there is sufficient room for connections to the thermoregulator and that all
thermofluid hoses can be positioned and supported safely.
8.3.4 When using wheels make sure the wheels are locked in place before set-up begins.
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8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
Page 16
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE - If wheels are fitted, the ‘empty’ framework may be
safely moved from one location to another, but should not be moved once
loaded with a vessel or other accessories.
8.3.2.1
8.3.2.2
8.3.2.4 8.3.2.5
Locked Unlocked
8.3.4
8.3.2.6
8.3.2.3

8.4 Assembling the Manifolds
8.4.1 Reactor-Ready Pilot features independent Supply and Return Manifolds to simplify the
connection between the thermoregulator and reaction vessel. The manifolds are attached
to the support rods and feature precision bore slide bearings. These allow for smooth and
independent vertical adjustment and horizontal rotation, providing flexibility in accommodating
different vessel sizes.
8.4.2 With the drain tap pointing down slide the Lower Supply Manifold (Inlet Manifold with
Drain) down the left hand Support Rod. Tighten the locking knob to secure the Manifold to the
Support Rod. Ensure that you leave enough space below the Manifold to allow thermoregulator
hoses to be attached.
8.4.3 With the ball valve vent pointing upwards slide the Upper Return Manifold (Outlet
Manifold with Vent) down the left hand Support Rod. Tighten the locking knob to secure the
Manifold to the Support Rod. Ensure that you leave enough space below the Manifold to allow
thermoregulator hoses to be attached.
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8. Set-Up and Operation - Continued
8.4.3
8.4.1
Page 17
8.4.2
Upper Return Manifold
Lower Supply Manifold
IMPORTANT NOTE - Moving parts should be kept clean and free from any
obstructions or surface contamination. Parts relying on sliding motion may
benet from regular application of a thin surface coating of lubricating oil
(a lubricating cloth is supplied with all systems, RR121027).
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE - The Upper Return Manifold should be positioned on
the Support Rod such that the ball valve vent is pointing upwards. Failure
to observe this may result in leakage of thermouid from the valve during
drainage.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE - The Supply and Return Manifolds can be positioned on
either of the Side Support Rods, but it is recommended that the left rod only
is used, as this allows the most ergonomic alignment of hoses, vessel and
other system components. If it is necessary to use the right rod to support the
manifolds, go to 8.5.
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
Important, Important,
IMPORTANT NOTE - The Lower Supply Manifold should be positioned on the
Support Rod such that the drain tap is pointing downward. Failure to observe
this will result in incomplete drainage of the vessel.
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IMPORTANT NOTE - Ensure that the valves on the Supply and Return
Manifolds are in the closed positions.
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8.3.5
WARNING - If using rigid feet with the Reactor-Ready Pilot it is important
to make sure that base is level and stable and the feet locking nuts fully
tightened. Failure to observe this may lead to incorrect alignment of
framework assembly and reaction vessel, leading to instability and potential
damage.
!
8.3.5 Slide the 2 side support rods into the holes in the locating bushes on the base. The rods
are a loose fit. Do not to tighten the locking screws on the bushes at this stage.
If using a 30 or 35 Litre Reactor, the Reactor Ready Pilot Lower
Support Plate must be installed. (If using smaller Vessels, continue
directly to 8.4)
8.3.6 If using 30L or 35L Vessel, slide the Lower Support Plate onto
the 2 side support rods. Do NOT tighten the locking knobs
8.3.6

8.5 Assembling the Manifolds on the right hand rod
If space requirements dictate assembly of manifolds on the right hand rods, fittings on the
upper and lower manifolds must be reconfigured. This will require that, counter intuitively, you
locate the Upper Return Manifold at the bottom and the Lower Supply Manifold at the top of
the right hand rod (the opposite way round to that described in 8.4).
8.5.1 Firstly, with the ball valve vent pointing down, slide the Upper Return Manifold (Outlet
Manifold with Vent) down the right hand Support Rod. Tighten the locking knob to secure the
Manifold to the Support Rod. Ensure that you leave enough space below the Manifold to allow
thermoregulator hoses to be attached.
8.5.2 Secondly, with the drain tap pointing upwards, slide the Lower Supply Manifold (Inlet
Manifold with Drain) down the left hand Support Rod. Tighten the locking knob to secure the
Manifold to the Support Rod. Ensure that you leave enough space below the Manifold to allow
thermoregulator hoses to be attached.
8.5.3 With the use of a suitable spanner remove the drain spout on the Lower Supply Manifold
and retain.
8.5.4 With the use of a suitable spanner remove the air bleed fitting on the Upper Return
Manifold and retain.
8.5.5 Refit the air bleed fitting on the Lower Supply Manifold. This now becomes the Upper
Return Manifold.
8.5.6 Refit the drain spout on the Upper Supply Manifold. This now becomes the Lower Supply
Manifold.
8.5.7 Re-tighten the drain spout and air bleed fitting on both manifolds to ensure that they seal.
8.5.8 Realign the 90 degree, M30 fittings by loosening the female swivel connector, moving
the fitting to the correct orientation and re-tighten the connector.
8.5.9 When using the manifolds assembled on the right hand rods, it is also necessary to
reposition the hose tidies. Remove the 2 hose tidies from the left hand side vertical brace, by
unscrewing bolts using the allen key provided. Refit the hose tidies in the 2 locating holes on
the right hand side brace. Retighten the bolts.
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IMPORTANT NOTE - When using the manifolds on the right hand rod, the
relative positioning of the vessel side arms and hose tidies is different to when
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or access the hose tidies with some vessel sizes.
Therefore it may be necessary to rotate the vessel collar on the vessel (away
from the centre line) to optimise alignment with the hoses and/or hose tidies.
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8.5.6
8.5.5
8.5.4
8.5.8

8.6 Locating the support platform
8.6.1 Locate the Vessel Support Platform on to the side support rods, by first engaging the
lower bracket on each side of the platform down onto the rods, then sliding down to engage
the upper bracket. Ensure that the upper bracket is fully pushed down onto the support rods
on each side.
8.6.2 Insert and tighten the locking screws on the base locating bushes (2 on each bush)
8.6.3 Insert and tighten the locking screws on the vessel support platform to secure the
framework.
8.6.4 It is advisable to partly tighten each locking screw initially, before fully tightening, to aid
alignment. If framework is not straight, loosen the 8 screws, realign the poles, and re-tighten.
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8.6.1
8.6.2 8.6.3
8.7.1
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8.7.2
8.7.3
8.7.4
8.7 Assembling the Brace Rods & Levelling the Framework
8.7.1 To provide maximum stability, and to aid alignment, Reactor-Ready Pilot features
adjustable, lockable rear brace bars.
The brace bars feature a threaded adjustable fitting, with lock ring, at each end. Fittings have
opposite threads, left hand reverse thread is indicated with a groove.
8.7.2 For each brace bar, loosen the locking nut at each end so that it is well away from the
bar. Partly unscrew the end fitting at each end, so that there is a reasonable length of thread
showing, with roughly equal thread at each end.
Roughly position the brace bar in the framework so that the end fittings are engaged in the
upper and lower brace brackets on the vessel platform and base respectively to check for
length. Through-holes in the brace bar end fittings should line up with the through-holes in the
brace brackets. If the holes do not line up, adjust one, or both end fittings on the bar until they
do, taking care to ensure that roughly equal lengths of thread remain exposed at each end.
8.7.3 Insert the retaining screws (x4) both top and bottom, on both braces, and tighten with
allen key.
8.7.4 Once secured in the framework, the lengths of the brace bar may be adjusted, by turning
the bar clockwise or anticlockwise. This allows the vessel platform to be fully braced, and
allows fine adjustment on the levelling of the platform.
To lengthen the brace bar, ensure that the locking rings at each end are loosened, then twist
the bar clockwise (looking from above). To shorten the brace bar, twist the bar anticlockwise.