VM Series V-Type Single-Arm Mixer Product Documentation and Selection Guide
Core Abstract The VM series V-type single-arm mixer is a precision mixing device designed specifically for the efficient and uniform mixing of dry powders and granular materials. Through its asymmetrical V-type barrel structure, the machine causes materials to repeatedly alternate, tumble, converge, and separate within the cylinder during rotation, thereby achieving absolute uniform mixing without any dead angles. It is most suitable for industries with extremely high requirements for mixing purity and hygiene, such as pharmaceuticals, food, chemicals, and laboratory research and development. Its core advantage lies in its compact single-arm operating design, which not only significantly saves space and facilitates operation but also features inner walls in contact with materials made of high-quality stainless steel that are precision polished. This thoroughly prevents cross-contamination and complies with GMP production standards. The equipment covers various models from VM-2 to VM-20, with production capacities perfectly matching the needs from small-scale laboratory trials to medium-scale production.
I. Product Overview
1. Applications
- Industry Applications: Widely used in pharmaceuticals (APIs, pre-mixing before capsule filling), food processing (nutritional powders, spice mixing), chemical additives, metallurgical powders, and laboratory research and development in various research institutions.
- Applicable Materials: Dry powder and granular materials with good fluidity, especially suitable for the gentle mixing of materials whose particle shape is extremely fragile or that contain a certain amount of moisture/volatile components.
2. Core Advantages
- Excellent Mixing Uniformity: The asymmetrical V-type barrel design forces materials to undergo multidimensional shearing and diffusion mixing within the cylinder, ensuring no mixing dead angles and extremely high uniformity.
- High-Quality Materials and Hygiene Standards: Both the barrel and the outer shell are manufactured using 304 or 316L high-quality stainless steel. The inner and outer walls are precision polished (with extremely low roughness), preventing material adhesion, making it extremely easy to clean, and fully complying with "GMP" standards.
- Single-Arm Structure and Convenience: The unique single-arm cantilever support structure makes loading and unloading more convenient. The entire machine has a small footprint, operates smoothly with low noise, and is equipped with a timing function to accurately control the mixing cycle.
II. Technical Specifications
We provide you with a comprehensive selection of models ranging from laboratory R&D to mass production. The following are the core technical parameters of the VM series V-type single-arm mixer:
| Model | Barrel Vol (L) | Working Vol (L) | Max Wt (kg) | Speed (r/min) | Power (kw) | Weight (kg) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VM-2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 0.25 | 45 | 450×350×550 |
| VM-5 | 5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 24 | 0.37 | 55 | 550×400×650 |
| VM-8 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 24 | 0.37 | 65 | 600×450×700 |
| VM-14 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 0.55 | 80 | 650×500×800 |
| VM-20 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 20 | 0.55 | 95 | 750×550×900 |
(Note: The above parameters are for reference only; specific equipment data may be adjusted based on customized requirements and actual material specific gravity.)
III. FAQ
Q: What is the difference in mixing principles between the V-type single-arm mixer and the three-dimensional mixer?
A: The V-type mixer primarily relies on the rotation of the asymmetrical barrel, causing materials to tumble, alternate, and converge under their own gravity. This is a gentle gravity diffusion mixing, particularly suitable for dry powders with good fluidity. In contrast, the three-dimensional mixer uses a complex spatial trajectory of rotation and revolution to eliminate the influence of gravity and centrifugal forces, making it suitable for materials with extremely large specific gravity differences that are very difficult to mix.
Q: What is the material of the inner wall of this mixer? Does it meet pharmaceutical-grade standards?
A: The barrel portion of the machine that comes into contact with materials is standardly manufactured with high-quality 304 stainless steel (and can be upgraded to 316L stainless steel according to requirements). The inner walls are all mirror-polished, leaving no sanitary dead angles, ensuring clean discharge without residue, and fully complying with GMP hygiene standards.
Q: What are the packaging and transportation standards for international export orders?
A: All export equipment for foreign trade is uniformly packaged in fumigation-free plywood cases exclusively for export to prevent moisture and shock. Standard spare parts and special tools required for machine operation will be included in the packaging to ensure the safety of long-distance transnational transportation.
Q: What is the warranty and after-sales policy for the equipment?
A: We provide a standard one-year warranty for the entire machine based on the ex-works price. During the warranty period, if non-artificial equipment damage occurs within the scope of normal operation as per the manual, we will provide free maintenance guidance or replace the damaged parts free of charge. After the warranty expires, we will continue to provide you with lifetime remote technical support and reasonably priced spare parts.