Cuda SJ-15 Top-Load Parts Washer
Patented Spray Technology, Zero Drive Motor Maintenance
The SJ-15 is the newest addition to the Cuda top-load lineup, and it solves a problem that has plagued traditional top-load washers for years: the drive motor. By eliminating the motor, gears, and pulleys entirely, the SJ-15 uses a patented water-propelled spray arm that spins around a stationary parts basket — driven by nothing but water pressure. Fewer moving parts means fewer breakdowns and lower maintenance costs over the life of the machine.
Twenty-three overlapping spray nozzles hit parts from every angle as the arm rotates, delivering 50 GPM at 45 PSI through a 3 HP vertical seal-less pump. The result is aggressive, consistent cleaning coverage across the entire 32-by-21-inch basket — whether you are running brake calipers, small motors, valve bodies, or hand tools.
Built for the Shop Floor
At just 51 inches long and 48 inches wide, the SJ-15 fits into maintenance areas where larger front-load models cannot. The top-loading design means no door swing clearance to worry about — lift the lid, load your parts, close it, and walk away. Gas struts make the lid easy to open with one hand, and a mechanical safety interlock shuts the pump off if the lid is opened mid-cycle.
The 350-pound load capacity handles the components that small-to-mid-size maintenance operations deal with daily. For steel mills cleaning small motors off slab carriers, railroad shops running valve bodies and brake parts, or automotive facilities replacing solvent drums — the SJ-15 delivers front-loader cleaning power in a top-load footprint.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Top-Load Cabinet Washer |
| Basket Dimensions | 32″ L × 21″ W |
| Working Height | 17.5″ |
| Load Capacity | 350 lbs |
| Spray Nozzles | 23 |
| Pump | 3 HP Vertical Seal-less |
| Flow Rate | 50 GPM @ 45 PSI |
| Sump Capacity | 90 gallons |
| Heater | 6 kW |
| Operating Temp | 150°–180°F |
| Machine Dimensions | 51″L × 48″W × 49″H |
| Voltage Options | 208V/230V (1Ph or 3Ph), 460V/3Ph, 575V/3Ph |
Standard Features
- Patented water-propelled spray arm — no drive motor, gears, or pulleys
- 23 overlapping-coverage spray nozzles
- Automatic oil skimmer with stainless steel disc and wiper blades
- Patented debris screen to protect nozzles and retain small parts
- Low water shutdown to protect heater and operator
- 7-day programmable heater timer and 60-minute wash timer
- Lid with gas struts, interlocking safety shut-off, and lid lock
- 12-gauge steel cabinet with powder coat finish
Why Choose Calumet Chicago
Calumet Chicago is an authorized Cuda distributor and service center. We do not just sell machines — we install them, train your team, and keep them running through our Preventative Maintenance Program with scheduled bimonthly service visits. The SJ-15 is available for purchase or through our turnkey lease program. Contact us at (708) 474-2343 to schedule a demo with your own parts.