Tolhurst 40" Oil/Chip Separator | Centrifuge | 1962 | S/N T-24952-A

Tolhurst 40" Centrifugal Oil/Chip Separator | 1962 | Heavy-Duty

The Tolhurst 40" Oil/Chip Separator is an industrial-grade centrifuge built for high-volume fluid reclamation and scrap metal processing. Engineered to extract cutting oils and coolants from metal chips, turnings, and swarf, this unit allows facilities to recycle expensive fluids while increasing the resale value of dry scrap. With its massive 40-inch diameter basket and suspended vibration-dampening design, it is built to handle heavy, unbalanced loads with consistent reliability.

Manufactured in 1962 (S/N T-24952-A), this unit comes from an era of heavy-duty American manufacturing, featuring a cast-iron base and a robust drive system. Its top-load/top-unload configuration is ideal for batch processing in machine shops, providing a simple and durable solution for oil recovery that has remained the industry standard for over 60 years.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Tolhurst (Ametek)
• Serial Number: T-24952-A
• Year of Manufacture: 1962
• Basket Diameter: 40 Inches
• Basket Type: Perforated (Steel or Stainless Steel)
• Configuration: Top-Unload / Suspended Basket
• Drive Motor: Typically 10–20 HP
• Speed: ~600–900 RPM
• Capacity: ~12 Cubic Feet / ~1,000 lbs per load

Key Features

• Cast-Iron Suspension: The 3-point link suspension system absorbs the heavy vibrations of spinning metal chips, protecting the motor and bearings from premature wear.
• High G-Force Reclamation: Effectively "wrings" fluids from metal turnings, achieving up to 98% oil recovery for immediate filtration and reuse.
• Vintage Build Quality: The 1960s-era Tolhurst frames are significantly heavier and more rigid than modern alternatives, offering superior stability for uneven loads.
• Manual Brake System: Includes a mechanical brake for rapid deceleration, allowing for faster cycle times between batches.
• Includes Extra Chip Bowl