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Used reactors – industrial process vessels for sale

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For essential chemical reactions, mixing, and heat transfer in manufacturing processes, industrial reactors are critical equipment across industries. With over 47 years of process equipment expertise, IPP offers one of the world’s largest selections of used reactors, sourced from 20 complete plant sites and included within our inventory of over 15,000 ready-to-ship pieces of equipment. By choosing used reactors from IPP, companies gain immediate access to high-quality vessels while reducing capital investment and lead times.

Reactors are specialized vessels where raw materials undergo chemical or biochemical reactions under controlled conditions. Available in numerous designs—jacketed, agitated, pressure-rated, or lined—reactors are tailored to meet process demands such as mixing, temperature control, pressure regulation, and corrosion resistance.

Primary uses across industries

Types of materials processed

Common materials of construction

Reactor construction is selected to withstand process conditions, such as pressure, temperature, and chemical exposure:

Key features of industrial reactors

Learn more about reactor design and operation in this Chemical Engineering guide.

Find your reactor at IPP

Search the IMS inventory or contact IPP’s equipment specialists to secure a high-quality reactor for your process. With ready-to-ship inventory, IPP helps companies reduce lead times, manage project costs, and maintain process flexibility.

Read more: The market for second-hand process plant and equipment is thriving

Featured Batch-Type Agitated Reactors

2,100 L (554.8 gallons) Stainless Steel 316 Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Stainless Steel 316 Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Type: Reactor

Subtype: Batch-Type Agitated

Manufacturer: B. Braun + Diessel Biotech GmbH

Model: 1200 L

Condition: Used

Material: Stainless Steel 316

Capacity Design: 2,100 L (554.8 gallons)

Internal Pressure: 3 bar (43.5 psi)

biological reactor bioreactor for biopharmaceutical with conventional double jacket TUV Stamped Vessel rated for -1/to +3 bar at 150 degrees C Jacket rated for -1/to +3 bar at 150 degrees C Jacket capacity is 150 liters Top side flange mount vertical mixer, driving a single propeller mixer with three blades Nord type SK901/4.TF Motor CE certified Six bottom side nozzles for pH, DO, PO probes etc. With spray ball(S) for CIP

Internal Full Vacuum: Yes. Internal Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Sanitary Construction: Yes. Jacket Pressure: 3 bar (43.5 psi). Jacket Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Jacket Material of Construction: Stainless Steel 316. Orientation: Vertical. Agitation: Yes. Diameter: 1,000 mm (39.4 in). Straight Side Length: 1,900 mm (74.8 in). CIP: Yes. Support Type: Legs.

15,142 L (4,000 gallons) New Stainless Steel 316L Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

New Stainless Steel 316L Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Type: Reactor

Subtype: Batch-Type Agitated

Manufacturer: Stalwart International

Condition: New

Material: Stainless Steel 316L

Capacity Design: 15,142 L (4,000 gallons)

Internal Pressure: 10 bar (145 psi)

UNUSED

Internal finish 240 grit buff polished-Bright polished, external buff polish to a matte finish. ASME NB rated, and "U" stamped.

welded dish heads (2:1) 12 mm thick

Coil: 114 mm OD x 4 mm thick,

Limpet covers bottom dish and 2615 mm of straight side (pitch 150mm). Coil heating surface area.

With Insulation rings and upper drip ring. Two top lifting lugs and one tailing lug.

20" Manhole with Cover and davit arm assist, one 6" sight glass,

Internal Full Vacuum: Yes. Internal Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Sanitary Construction: Yes. Jacket Pressure: 10 bar (145 psi). Jacket Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Jacket Material of Construction: Stainless Steel 304. Orientation: Vertical. Agitation: Yes. Diameter: 2,450 mm (96.5 in). Straight Side Length: 3,150 mm (124 in). Support Type: Lugs.

7,571 L (2,000 gallons) New Stainless Steel 316L Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

New Stainless Steel 316L Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Type: Reactor

Subtype: Batch-Type Agitated

Manufacturer: Stalwart International

Condition: New

Material: Stainless Steel 316L

Capacity Design: 7,571 L (2,000 gallons)

Internal Pressure: 10 bar (145 psi)

NEW/UNUSED Internal finish 240 grit buff polished-Bright polished external buff polish to a matte finish 10 mm thick welded dish heads (2:1) 10mm thick Coil: 114 mm OD x 4 mm thick, Limpet covers bottom dish and 2028 mm of straight-side (pitch 150mm), Span 1000mm Coil heating surface area With Insulation rings and upper drip ring. Two top lifting lugs and one tailing lug motor UL listed All nozzles have 304 SS flanges

Internal Full Vacuum: Yes. Internal Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Sanitary Construction: Yes. Jacket Pressure: 10 bar (145 psi). Jacket Temperature: 150 °C (302 °F). Jacket Material of Construction: Stainless Steel 304. Orientation: Vertical. Agitation: Yes. Diameter: 2,000 mm (78.7 in). Straight Side Length: 2,400 mm (94.5 in). Support Type: Lugs.

15,142 L (4,000 gallons) Stainless Steel 304 Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Stainless Steel 304 Batch-Type Agitated Reactor

Type: Reactor

Subtype: Batch-Type Agitated

Manufacturer: Feldmeier Equipment

Condition: Used

Material: Stainless Steel 304

Capacity Design: 15,142 L (4,000 gallons)

Internal Pressure: 0.69 bar (10 psi)

Drive Motor is CE certified

Internal Temperature: 200 °C (392 °F). Jacket Pressure: 4.1 bar (60 psi). Jacket Temperature: 200 °C (392 °F). Jacket Material of Construction: Stainless Steel 304. Orientation: Vertical. Agitation: Yes. Diameter: 2,743 mm (108 in). Straight Side Length: 2,362 mm (93 in). Support Type: Lugs.

Reactor FAQ
Have questions about Reactors or our services? Learn more about our products and why customers choose IPP.
Chemical, pharmaceutical, food, petrochemical, and bioprocessing industries depend heavily on reactors for core manufacturing processes.
Jacketed reactors provide temperature control, while pressure reactors are built to handle elevated pressure conditions during reactions. Many reactors combine both features.
Regular inspection of seals, agitators, and heat transfer surfaces—along with pressure testing and thorough cleaning—ensures reliable performance and process safety.