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Getting the size right matters more than most people realize. An undersized parts washer creates bottlenecks — parts back up, operators wait, and the washer becomes the constraint on your entire workflow. An oversized washer wastes capital, consumes more floor space than needed, and heats a larger tank than your production volume requires. This guide walks through the four sizing decisions in the right order so you end up with a machine that fits your parts, your throughput, and your budget. For a self-guided interactive tool, also visit the how-to-choose page.
Start with Your Largest Part
Measure the length, width, and height of your largest typical component — and your largest occasional component. The largest part you will ever need to clean determines your minimum machine size. For top load washers, the Magido X81 offers turntables from 15" to 30" diameter for smaller parts. The X51 steps up to 35" to 55" turntables for medium components. The Eco series reaches 51" x 51" platforms handling loads up to 1,500 lbs. For front load washers, the X53 and X53/2 handle platforms up to 59" x 59" with capacities up to 5,000 lbs. Always size for the largest occasional part — not your typical part.
X81 Series — L-90
Consider Your Weight Capacity
Magido spray cabinet washers range from 330 lbs load capacity on compact X81 models up to 5,000 lbs on the largest X53/2 front load machines. Do not just weigh a single part — consider the total weight when the turntable is fully loaded with a production batch. Exceeding weight capacity stresses the drive motor, wears the turntable bearing prematurely, and in severe cases can damage the machine structure. Always select a washer whose weight rating exceeds your maximum anticipated load with margin.
Batch vs. Continuous Feed
Batch washers — spray cabinets and immersion washers — are most efficient for operations cleaning dozens to a few hundred parts per shift. Cycle times typically run 5 to 20 minutes depending on contamination and part geometry. Continuous-feed washers — belt conveyors and rotary drums — make sense when throughput exceeds what a batch cabinet can deliver, or when your production line runs continuously and cannot tolerate the stop-start rhythm of batch washing. Magido offers both: Silver and Gold series belt conveyor washers for production line integration, and Jolly and Spira rotary drum washers for bulk small-part cleaning.
Spira 1b Series — SP640
Floor Space and Installation Requirements
Measure the available floor space including clearance for the door or lid to fully open, operator working space, and access for utility connections — water supply, drain, and electrical. front load washers require additional clearance in front of the machine for the removable turntable cart. Magido's X81 compact top-load washers are designed specifically for tight shop floors where a larger machine simply will not fit. Note that larger machines with integrated heating require adequate electrical service — confirm your available amperage before ordering.
Get the Recommendation Right the First Time
If you have part dimensions, weight, throughput requirements, and floor plan, Magido will recommend the specific model that fits your application — at no cost and with no obligation. Contact Scott Morin at 844-462-4436 or Sales@MagidoUSA.com. Getting the size right at the start is far less expensive than discovering the machine is undersized after installation. Browse top load washers, front load washers, belt conveyor washers, and rotary drum washers to find the right size for your operation.