SOP of Planetary Mixer

SOP: Standard Operating Procedure

1. Objective

To lay down the procedure for

operation of Planetary Mixer with

working capacity of 3-3.5 kg.

2. Responsibility

Execution: Student

Checking: Faculty/Lab officer

3. Procedure

1. Examine the machine parts for

cleanliness and fit all the machine

parts properly.

2. Powders and excipients are taken

in the mixing bowl.

3. Connect the machine to the

main supply.

4. Press START button located in

the machine.

5. Mixing blade starts to rotate

around itself as well as travel in the

bowl thereby achieving intimate

mixing.

6. During this process Teflon

scraper adjusted to apply light

pressure to the wall of the vessel

continuously which removes any

product adhering to the side of the

wall bowl.

7. Press STOP after completing of

operation.

4. Cleaning

The apparatus should be cleaned

before and after use and student

should ensure the cleanliness of

the machine area and

‘CLEANED’ label on it.