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As an advanced mixing equipment, 3D mixer can be mainly used in machinery, chemical, pharmaceutical, food and other industries, which can make the mixed materials achieve excellent results. When purchasing a 3D mixer, you need to consider many factors to ensure that the equipment you choose can meet production needs.

Understand the Working Principle of 3D Mixer

The 3D mixer is a reversing type, which consists of a base, a driving device, a universal rocker mechanism, a mixing barrel and an electrical cabinet. The driving system has a driving shaft and a driven shaft. Each shaft has a Y-type universal joint, and a mixing barrel is installed between the two universal joints. The movement shape of the mixing barrel is to rotate while revolving. It will have four superpositions of movement, one is rolling around the central axis of the cylinder; the second is the up and down movement of the two ends of the cylinder; the third is the left and right movement of the two ends of the cylinder; the fourth is the translational movement of the cylinder. Its mechanism: it can make the material undergo complex movements such as rotation, rolling, translation and inverted falling, and then replacement pulses and turbulence occur. The energy change gradient of the material promotes the different movement conditions of each particle of the material. The frequent dispersion movement of each particle changes their respective positions to achieve satisfactory mixing. It belongs to the coexistence of dispersion, convection and shear, so the mixing effect is very good.

Key Factors in Choosing a Suitable 3D Mixer

First, consider the type of material. Pharmaceutical mixing involves a variety of materials - from active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) to excipients. The fluidity, particle size, viscosity and hygroscopicity of different materials will affect the mixing effect. When selecting equipment, make sure that the mixer is suitable for the specific material being processed. For example, ultra-light powder is easy to float, and a model that can overcome the stratification phenomenon needs to be selected.

Second, determine the production needs and select the loading volume according to the daily output. For example, based on the daily output calculation, if 4 batches are processed per hour, each batch of 100kg, a 400kg/h model is selected. The loading factor of the 3D mixer should be noted: the loading rate of ordinary models is about 60%, but some high-efficiency models can reach 85%-90%.

Third, consider the design and movement of the agitator. High-quality 3D mixers usually have a variety of mixing modes, and the speed and mixing angle can be adjusted according to the characteristics of the material to achieve the best mixing effect. Reasonable mixing blade and container design can reduce dead angles and blind spots, ensure uniform mixing, and reduce energy consumption and wear.

Fourth, the safety of the 3D mixer needs to be considered. The pharmaceutical industry has extremely high requirements for product safety. Therefore, when choosing a 3D mixer, the safety performance of the equipment, such as explosion-proof and leakage-proof, needs to be considered. At the same time, the degree of automation and safety protection measures of the equipment need to be considered to ensure safety during the production process.

Finally, equipment maintenance and after-sales service need to be considered. Choosing equipment with reasonable design and easy maintenance can reduce maintenance costs during long-term use. At the same time, regular cleaning and maintenance can extend the life of the equipment. Professional after-sales service is essential for the stable operation of the equipment. Choosing a brand with good reputation and perfect service helps to ensure production continuity.

Conclusion

Choosing a suitable 3D mixer is not only about focusing on the performance of the equipment itself, but also requires a comprehensive evaluation from multiple aspects such as material characteristics, production scale and after-sales service. Through scientific and reasonable selection, enterprises can not only improve production efficiency and product quality, but also gain an advantage in the fierce market competition. For further information, please contact SED Pharma's experts for personalized consultation.