Analysis of the Functional Differences between Emulsifiers and Colloid Mills in Industrial crushing equipment
I. Comparison of Core Working Mechanisms
The emulsifier adopts the principle of high-speed shearing. Through the precise coordination between the rotor and the stator, it generates a powerful mechanical shearing force, enabling the material to be forcibly emulsified in the micron-level gap. Its working pressure usually reaches 0.3 to 0.5MPa, and the rotational speed range is 3,000 to 15,000 RPM.
2. The colloid mill is based on the principle of grinding and crushing. It uses the relative motion between the conical grinding disc and the rotor to achieve material refinement through mechanical extrusion and friction. Its grinding gap can be adjusted to 2-50μm, and the processing viscosity range is 100-10,000 CPS.
Ultrasonic emulsifier
Ii. Analysis of Applicable Material Characteristics
Emulsifiers are specialized in the processing of high-viscosity fluids and are particularly suitable for emulsion systems containing solid particles, effectively solving the problem of oil-water separation. Typical processed materials include silicone oil emulsions, pharmaceutical emulsions, etc.
2. The colloid mill is good at ultrafine grinding of low-viscosity materials and has a protective effect on heat-sensitive materials. It is mainly applied in the processing of materials that need to maintain their activity, such as fruit and vegetable purees and protein preparations.
Iii. Detailed Explanation of Equipment Structural Features
The emulsifier adopts a modular design, including a power system, a shearing mechanism and a temperature control device. Its core components are made of hard alloy and can be equipped with an online cleaning function, making it suitable for GMP standard production environments.
2. The colloid mill adopts a vertical structure design, equipped with a water-cooled grinding chamber and a precise gap adjustment mechanism. The surface of the grinding disc can be coated with tungsten carbide or ceramic to meet the processing requirements of materials of different hardness.
Iv. Differences in Industry Application Scenarios
In the field of daily chemicals, emulsifiers are mainly used for the preparation of O/W type emulsions such as face creams and shampoos. The colloid mill, on the other hand, focuses on the homogenization treatment of products containing solid particles such as toothpaste and foundation.
2. In food processing, emulsifiers are suitable for the production of margarine and condiments. The colloid mill is more capable of refining fibrous materials such as fruit pulp beverages and peanut butter.
From the above comparison, it can be seen that there are significant differences between the two devices in terms of technical parameters, processing objects and applicable fields. The correct selection of equipment requires a comprehensive consideration of factors such as material characteristics, production capacity requirements, and product standards. If you have any needs, please feel free to consult us at Fangyuan Machinery at any time.
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