Process a range of metals
Published capacities cover aluminum, cast iron and steel, and brass and copper. Match the machine to your actual material and production volume.
RST600 metal briquetter
Versatile recovery for machining chips and turnings.
ARS INDUSTRIAL SERIES
One machine. A range of machining materials.
Turn loose metal scrap into dense, manageable briquettes while recovering cutting fluids. The RST600 brings a 20 hp hydraulic system to a range of machining materials, including aluminum, cast iron, steel, brass, and copper.
20 hp
Motor power
2.75 in
Briquette diameter
450 lb/hr
Maximum stated aluminum capacity
RECOVER MORE FROM YOUR SCRAP
From loose chips to a more useful material.
A practical starting point for shops looking to improve scrap handling and recover more of the value leaving their machines.
Recover cutting fluids
Compaction presses fluid from the chips. The model brochure describes integrated fluid collection and pumping, helping connect scrap processing with fluid handling.
Make scrap easier to handle
Consolidate loose chips into briquettes that are easier to collect and move. Conveying equipment can connect the machine to the rest of your recovery process.
RST600 AT A GLANCE
Technical specifications
Maximum stated capacity
| Aluminum | 450 lb/hr |
|---|---|
| Cast iron / steel | 900 lb/hr |
| Brass / copper | 1,250 lb/hr |
Select the machine around your material, chip condition, and production requirements.
Machine specifications
| Motor | 20 hp |
|---|---|
| Briquette size (diameter × length) | 2.75 × 3 in |
| Main cylinder bore | 8 in |
| Maximum face pressure | 42,427 psi |
| Total force available | 126 tons |
| Maximum system pressure | 5,000 psi |
| Electrical supply | 460 V, 3-phase |
| Electrical current | 60 amp |
| Machine weight | 5,000 lb |
Specifications are from the RST600 model brochure (PDF). Production depends on material and input density; scrap sample testing helps establish expected throughput. Drawings and photographs may show optional equipment.
MATCH THE MACHINE TO YOUR OPERATION
Start with the scrap your shop produces.
The RST600 is worth evaluating when your operation generates machining chips or turnings across one or more of its listed metals. Material condition and input density matter as much as the model number.
Talk with the ARS team- Metal type, chip shape, and fluid content
- Scrap volume and required processing hours
- Infeed, briquette discharge, and fluid collection
- Available floor space and electrical supply
PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP
Brochure & layout drawing
RST600 model brochure
Equipment photographs, model specifications, and listed features.
Download brochure (PDF, opens in a new tab)RST600 layout drawing
Review the representative machine arrangement and dimensions with your project team.
View layout drawing (PDF, opens in a new tab)Features and equipment described in the model brochure
- Heavy-duty frame and large-capacity hopper
- Allen Bradley PLC controls
- Parker valves and pumps
- Steel belt take-away conveying options
A CLOSER LOOK
Questions about
the RST600
Which metals can the RST600 process?
The model brochure lists capacities for aluminum, cast iron and steel, and brass and copper. Discuss your specific alloy, chip form, and fluid content with ARS to evaluate suitability.
What throughput should I expect?
The stated maximums are 450 lb/hr for aluminum, 900 lb/hr for cast iron or steel, and 1,250 lb/hr for brass or copper. Actual throughput depends on the material and input density. Scrap sample testing helps establish an application-specific expectation.
Can it be part of a complete chip system?
Yes. Discuss the infeed, take-away conveyor, and fluid handling requirements with ARS. The layout drawing is a starting point; optional equipment and your facility layout affect the final system arrangement.