Y83-250 2500 kN Hydraulic Scrap Metal Baler for Steel and Aluminum Scrap Compression
Y83-250 2500 kN Hydraulic Scrap Metal Baler for Steel and Aluminum Scrap Compression
1. Product Description
The Y83-250 hydraulic scrap metal baler is designed for compressing steel scrap, aluminum scrap, iron waste, and mixed metal scrap into compact bales for easier storage, handling, and transportation. It is suitable for recycling plants, foundries, metal machining workshops, and scrap yards that need a stable baling solution for medium-scale scrap compression work. The current product page identifies this model as Y83-250, with 2500 kN nominal force, a 2000 × 1400 × 900 mm press room, and PLC-controlled operation.
In practical operations, loose scrap often creates storage pressure, irregular stacking, and higher transport difficulty. This is especially common with aluminum scrap, iron waste, steel offcuts, and mixed workshop waste. The Y83-250 helps solve this problem by compressing loose material into more regular bales that are easier to stack, store, load, and transfer for downstream recycling or resale. This kind of practical explanation is more aligned with Google’s current preference for user-focused, decision-supportive product content.
With 2500 kN pressing force, 22 kW × 2 motor power, 44 kW total installed power, 4500–5000 kg/h capacity, and approx. 120 seconds cycle time, this model is suitable for medium-scale scrap compression work. The current page also states a maximum pressable thickness of 7 mm, which means this machine is better suited for light-to-medium density scrap and mixed workshop metal waste than for extra-heavy oversized ferrous scrap.
2. Product Positioning
The Y83-250 is best positioned as a 2500 kN hydraulic scrap metal baler for steel, aluminum, iron, and mixed metal scrap compression. It is suitable for:
- Steel scrap
- Aluminum scrap
- Iron waste
- Mixed metal waste
- Medium-scale scrap compression work
It is less suitable for very thick oversized ferrous scrap that requires a larger tonnage baler or a shear-baler system. That boundary follows directly from the published 2500 kN force, 7 mm maximum pressable thickness, and 4500–5000 kg/h production range.
3. Suitable Materials
This model is suitable for:
- Steel scrap
- Aluminum scrap
- Iron waste
- Mixed metal waste
- Machining offcuts
- Workshop scrap
- Medium-density metal scrap
The current page explicitly lists steel scrap, aluminum scrap, iron waste, and mixed metal waste as the main material range.
4. Recommended Application Scenarios
4.1 Metal Machining Workshops
Metal machining and fabrication operations often generate bulky steel and aluminum offcuts. This baler compresses them into more regular bales for easier storage and handling.
4.2 Foundries
Foundries often accumulate cast iron and metal waste in irregular shapes and loose volumes. Compression helps improve handling and transfer efficiency.
4.3 Recycling Plants
Mixed scrap can create unstable stacking and inefficient loading. This machine converts loose material into compact bales for better storage and logistics organization.
4.4 Automotive and Manufacturing Workshops
Stamping, cutting, and fabrication processes generate scattered metal waste that affects workshop organization. This baler helps standardize waste handling and improve workflow.
4.5 Aluminum Processing Plants
Aluminum scrap is often lightweight but bulky. Compression reduces storage pressure and improves loading efficiency.
5. Technical Specification Table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Y83-250 |
| Machine Type | Hydraulic Scrap Metal Baler |
| Nominal Force | 2500 kN |
| Press Force | 250 ton |
| Press Room Size | 2000 × 1400 × 900 mm |
| Bale Size | (≤800) × 500 × 500 mm |
| Motor Power | 22 kW × 2 |
| Total Installed Power | 44 kW |
| Processing Capacity | 4500–5000 kg/h |
| Cycle Time | Approx. 120 s |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 25 MPa |
| Max. Pressable Thickness | 7 mm |
| Suitable Materials | Steel scrap, aluminum scrap, iron waste, mixed metal waste |
| Application Industries | Metal recycling, foundry, manufacturing, scrap yard |
| Control Method | PLC controlled / semi-automatic |
| Certification | CE and ISO9001 |
6. Core Product Advantages
6.1 Stronger Compression for Medium-Scale Scrap Work
The 2500 kN nominal force provides practical compression capability for steel scrap, aluminum scrap, and mixed metal waste in medium-scale operations.
6.2 Standardized Bale Output
Bales up to (≤800) × 500 × 500 mm are easier to store, stack, and transport than loose scrap.
6.3 Stable PLC-Controlled Operation
The page describes the machine as PLC-controlled, while the body also references PLC semi-automatic control, both indicating a more stable operating mode than purely manual control. This wording should be unified in your final backend version.
6.4 Practical Daily Capacity
The listed output of 4500–5000 kg/h makes this model suitable for medium-scale scrap compression in recycling and workshop environments.
6.5 Better Volume Reduction for Storage and Logistics
By compressing loose scrap into regular bales, the machine helps improve storage efficiency and reduce transport pressure.
7. Working Process
7.1 Scrap Feeding
Steel scrap, aluminum scrap, iron waste, or mixed metal waste is loaded into the press room.
7.2 Hydraulic Compression
The hydraulic system applies 2500 kN nominal force to compress loose material into a denser bale form.
7.3 Bale Forming
The machine forms bales with a 500 × 500 mm cross-section, with bale length up to the published ≤800 mm range.
7.4 Bale Discharge
After compression, the bale is discharged for storage, loading, transport, or downstream recycling use.
8. RFQ
8.1 What information should buyers provide before quotation?
- What type of scrap do you mainly process: steel, aluminum, iron, or mixed metal waste?
- What is your expected hourly or daily processing volume?
- What is the maximum scrap thickness and feeding size?
- Do you prefer PLC-controlled or semi-automatic operation?
- What are your installation space and power supply conditions?
8.2 Why is this information important?
- It helps confirm whether the Y83-250 is suitable for your scrap type.
- It helps match the machine to your actual processing capacity.
- It improves quotation accuracy and configuration recommendation.
9. FAQ
9.1 Is this Y83-250 suitable for both steel scrap and aluminum scrap?
Yes. The current page explicitly positions it for steel scrap, aluminum scrap, iron waste, and mixed metal waste compression.
9.2 What does the 500 × 500 mm bale size mean?
The more accurate expression on this page is (≤800) × 500 × 500 mm, which means the bale cross-section is 500 × 500 mm and the bale length can be up to 800 mm.
9.3 What is the processing capacity?
The current page lists the capacity as 4500–5000 kg/h, which is equivalent to 4.5–5.0 ton/h.
9.4 Is 7 mm maximum thickness suitable for heavy ferrous scrap?
It indicates the machine is better suited for medium scrap compression rather than very thick oversized ferrous sections.
9.5 Is this machine easy to operate?
The page describes it as PLC-controlled and also mentions PLC semi-automatic control in the body, which suggests relatively stable and convenient operation, but your final page should use one consistent control description.
10. After-Sales Service
Jiangsu Wanshida Hydraulic Machinery Co., Ltd. can provide support for equipment selection, technical confirmation, production follow-up, testing before delivery, and installation guidance. Before final order confirmation, buyers should provide scrap type, thickness, expected capacity, and site conditions so the recommended baling solution can better match actual production needs.
11. Call to Action
If you are looking for a 2500 kN hydraulic scrap metal baler for steel and aluminum scrap compression, send us your scrap type, maximum scrap thickness, target capacity, and site conditions. We will recommend a suitable baling solution based on your actual operating requirements.
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