Primus T16 16kg commercial tumble dryer

Primus T16 Commercial Tumble Dryer

The Primus T16 is a 16kg vented commercial tumble dryer at a 1:22 loading ratio, with a 345-litre drum and 600m³/hour airflow. Its galvanised drum, large door opening and self-cleaning lint screen support practical daily laundry operation.

Separate gas, electric or steam-heated versions are available, with standard Easy Control (ECT) for selection of three programmes. Full Control (FCT), Sensodry residual-moisture control, coin operation, drum reversing and a WiFi accessory kit can be specified as options. Able can help confirm availability and the right configuration for your site.

Purchase the Primus T16 outright or choose Able Complete360° for equipment, installation, servicing and ongoing support in one fixed monthly cost.

Request a Primus T16 Quote

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T16

Key Specifications

16kg
Drying capacity (1:22)
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345L
Drum volume
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600 m³/h
Airflow
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200mm
Exhaust connection

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Gas / Electric / Steam
Alternative heating versions

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Freestanding
Commercial tumble dryer

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1680 × 795 × 1280mm
H × W × D

Primus T16 Technical Specifications

Model Primus T16
Drying capacity — loading ratio 1:22 16 kg
Drying capacity — loading ratio 1:18 19 kg
Drum volume 345 litres
Drum diameter 760 mm
Dryer type Vented tumble dryer
Heating options Gas / electric / steam
Airflow 600 m³/hour
Gas heating input 25 kW
Gas connection ½-inch NPT
Electric heating versions 12 / 18 / 24 kW
Steam heating output 22–32 kW; depends on steam pressure
Steam pressure ranges 3–6 / 7–10 bar
Steam connection ¾-inch NPT
Electrical supply 380–415V, 50–60Hz, three-phase; neutral according to configuration
Fan motor power 0.55 kW
Drive motor power 0.25 kW
Standard controls Easy Control (ECT), three programmes
Optional controls Full Control (FCT)
Exhaust connection 200 mm
Dimensions (H × W × D) 1680 × 795 × 1280 mm
Net weight 250 kg
Packed dimensions (H × W × D) 1785 × 855 × 1310 mm
Gross weight 270 kg

The 16kg capacity uses a 1:22 loading ratio; the manufacturer also lists 19kg at 1:18. Gas, electric and steam heating are separate versions. Steam output depends on pressure. Able can confirm availability, the selected configuration, electrical supply and installation requirements before ordering.

Primus T16 Control Options

Easy Control (ECT) provides straightforward selection of three programmes, with Full Control (FCT) and Sensodry residual-moisture control available as options. Able can help match the configuration to your laundry.

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Easy Control (ECT)

Standard Microprocessor Control

The standard ECT microprocessor provides intuitive selection of three programmes for day-to-day laundry operation.

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Full Control (FCT)

Optional Programmer

The optional Full Control programmer provides a fully programmable timer, with the possibility of residual-moisture control.

Sensodry

Optional Moisture Control

Optional Sensodry residual-moisture control detects humidity to help manage the selected dryness level. It is available with Easy Control and Full Control.

Control availability and machine configuration can vary. Able can help confirm the appropriate T16 control setup for your laundry requirements.

Additional Features & Options

The Primus T16 combines practical commercial-drying features with a range of available equipment and configuration options.

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Standard galvanised drum
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760mm drum diameter
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Combined radial and axial airflow
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Large door opening for loading and unloading
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Self-cleaning lint screen
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Easy Control (ECT) with three programmes
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Gas, electric or steam heating configurations
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Optional coin operation and drum reversing
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Optional Full Control (FCT) programmer
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Optional Sensodry residual-moisture control
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Optional stainless-steel front, double door glass and insulation
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Optional WiFi kit, ordered as an accessory

Some features and equipment are configuration-dependent or available as options. Able can help confirm the appropriate T16 specification for your laundry.

Installation & Laundry Support from Able

Support Beyond the Machine

Buying the Primus T16 should not be the end of the journey. Able can support your laundry from initial equipment specification through to delivery, installation, commissioning and ongoing machine support.

Ongoing servicing and breakdown support are available to help keep the T16 operating reliably throughout its working life.

We can also help confirm the appropriate heating configuration, exhaust requirements and installation services for your site before the dryer is commissioned.

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Equipment Specification

We can help confirm the appropriate T16 configuration for your laundry requirements.

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Delivery & Installation

Able can arrange delivery and support the installation of the T16 at your site.

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Commissioning & Operator Setup

We can support commissioning, control setup and operator guidance, helping ensure the dryer is ready for dependable day-to-day use.

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Servicing & Breakdown Support

Ongoing servicing and breakdown support are available to help keep your commercial laundry equipment supported.

Buy Outright or Choose Complete360°

Choose the purchasing route that works best for your laundry, whether you want to own the Primus T16 outright or bring equipment and ongoing support together into one managed solution.

OPTION 01

Purchase Outright

Purchase the Primus T16 as a standalone commercial tumble dryer, with Able available to support equipment specification, delivery, installation, commissioning and ongoing servicing.

OPTION 02

Able Complete360°

For organisations looking to avoid a large upfront equipment cost, the T16 can form part of an
Able Complete360°
laundry solution, bringing equipment, installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance and ongoing support together into one fixed monthly cost.

Primus T16 Spec Sheet

Primus T16 commercial tumble dryer

MANUFACTURER TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

View the Primus T16 Spec Sheet

View the Primus technical sheet for T16 capacity, dimensions, heating versions, airflow, connections and optional equipment. The document also covers T11, T13 and the stacked T13/13.

Able can confirm the selected T16 heating and control configuration and installation requirements before ordering.

Request a Primus T16 Quote

Tell us about your laundry, typical loads and available space, and we’ll help confirm whether the Primus T16 is the right commercial tumble dryer for your site.

Whether you’re considering outright purchase or Able Complete360°, or need to check heating, controls and installation requirements, give our team the basics and we’ll take it from there.

Request a Primus T16 Quote

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