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Fine Particles Basket Centrifuge
,Peeler Basket Centrifuge
,Bag Lifting Peeler Centrifuge
The top discharge centrifuge is designed for batch solid-liquid separation and dewatering of food additive crystals.
It is suitable for food additive production lines that require hygienic processing, reliable crystal recovery, controlled moisture reduction, easy cleaning, and flexible batch operation.
For food additive crystal dewatering projects, Peony provides complete centrifuge solutions including process evaluation, model selection, filter cloth matching, cake washing design, hygienic construction, and production support.
Food additive crystal dewatering is a critical process after crystallization, purification, washing, or concentration. The dewatering result directly affects product purity, drying efficiency, packaging quality, storage stability, and final product value.
This solution is suitable for:
| Food Additive Material | Application Purpose |
|---|---|
| Citric Acid Crystals | Crystal recovery and moisture reduction |
| Sodium Citrate | Mother liquor separation before drying |
| Potassium Sorbate | Batch crystal dewatering |
| Sodium Benzoate | Crystal washing and dewatering |
| Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) | Crystal recovery and purification |
| Sodium Acetate | Moisture reduction after crystallization |
| Food-grade Inorganic Salts | Solid-liquid separation |
| Specialty Food Additives | Flexible batch processing |
The top discharge structure is especially suitable for food additive manufacturers that require hygienic operation, flexible production schedules, easy cleaning, and lower investment costs.
In food additive production, common separation challenges include:
| Challenge | Possible Cause | Solution Focus |
|---|---|---|
| High cake moisture | Fine crystal size or insufficient dewatering time | Basket speed and cycle optimization |
| Product purity issues | Residual mother liquor or insufficient washing | Cake washing system design |
| Product contamination | Poor cleaning between batches | Hygienic structure and easy cleaning |
| Crystal loss | Incorrect filter cloth selection | Filter media optimization |
| Slow filtration | Fine particles or viscous slurry | Filtration area and cloth selection |
| Frequent product changeover | Multiple product production lines | Quick cleaning and filter replacement |
| High labor requirement | Manual batch handling | Optimized operating procedure |
| Quality consistency issues | Variable crystal properties | Process parameter optimization |
| System Part | Function |
|---|---|
| Slurry Feeding System | Transfers crystal slurry to centrifuge |
| Top Discharge Centrifuge | Separates crystals from mother liquor |
| Filter Cloth System | Retains crystals and clarifies filtrate |
| Cake Washing System | Removes impurities and improves purity |
| Mother Liquor Collection | Recovers filtrate for reuse or treatment |
| Crystal Collection System | Collects dewatered product |
| Hygienic Cleaning Access | Supports sanitation and maintenance |
| Control System | Manages operating cycle |
| Downstream Connection | Dryer, conveyor, storage bin, or packaging line |
How the Top Discharge Centrifuge Works in Food Additive Crystal Dewatering
The typical process is:
Filter Cloth Installation → Slurry Feeding → Basket Filtration → Crystal Cake Formation → Optional Cake Washing → Final Dewatering → Top Manual Discharge → Crystal Collection → Cleaning for Next Batch
During operation, the food additive crystal slurry enters the rotating basket. Under centrifugal force, the liquid phase passes through the filter cloth and basket perforations while crystals are retained on the basket wall. After washing and final dewatering, the crystal cake is manually discharged from the top.
This process provides effective moisture reduction while maintaining crystal quality and product purity.
Technical Parameter
| Type | Basket - Diameter (mm) | Basket - Volume (L) | Basket - Capacity (kg) | Basket - Speed (rpm) | Basket - G-force | Power (kw) | Weight (kg) | Dimension (L×W×H) (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPTD-10 | 300 | 5 | 10 | 2500 | 1050 | 1.1 | 180 | 890×600×500 |
| PPTD-25 | 450 | 20 | 25 | 1900 | 910 | 1.5 | 250 | 980×650×870 |
| PPTD-50 | 600 | 40 | 50 | 1500 | 756 | 3 | 800 | 1300×880×900 |
| PPTD-135 | 800 | 100 | 135 | 1200 | 645 | 5.5 | 1300 | 1800×1200×1140 |
| PPTD-135-NA | 800 | 100 | 135 | 1500 | 1008 | 7.5 | 1300 | 1800×1200×1140 |
| PPTD-200 | 1000 | 150 | 200 | 1000 | 560 | 7.5 | 2000 | 2050×1500×1220 |
| PPTD-200-NA | 1000 | 150 | 200 | 1200 | 806 | 11 | 2000 | 2050×1500×1220 |
| PPTD-300 | 1200 | 250 | 300 | 800 | 431 | 11 | 2500 | 2350×1650×1370 |
Hygienic Design
The equipment can be manufactured with food-grade stainless steel and polished contact surfaces to meet food processing requirements.
Flexible Batch Production
Ideal for food additive plants producing multiple products or operating in batch production mode.
Product Purity Protection
Optional cake washing systems help reduce residual mother liquor and improve final product purity.
Easy Cleaning
The open-top design provides convenient access for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.
Cost-Effective Investment
Compared with fully automatic centrifuges, the top discharge centrifuge offers lower investment costs while maintaining reliable separation performance.
Crystal Recovery
Proper filter media selection helps maximize crystal recovery and reduce product loss.
Available Custom Options
| Item | Available Configuration |
|---|---|
| Contact Material | SS304, SS316L food-grade stainless steel |
| Surface Finish | Polished hygienic finish |
| Basket Size | Customized according to capacity |
| Filter Cloth | Selected according to crystal characteristics |
| Washing System | Optional cake washing design |
| Motor | Standard or explosion-proof |
| Sealing Design | Open or semi-sealed |
| Control System | Standard or PLC control |
| Cleaning Design | Easy-access cleaning structure |
| Product Contact Parts | Food-grade configuration |
| Downstream connection | Dryer, conveyor, collection bin, or packaging line |
- Material name
- Crystal particle size
- Production capacity (kg/batch or t/day)
- Solids content (%)
- Feed moisture (%)
- Target moisture (%)
- Slurry temperature
- Mother liquor composition
- Washing requirement (Yes/No)
- Food-grade requirement (Yes/No)
- Contact material preference
- Downstream process (dryer, packaging, storage, etc.)
Is this centrifuge suitable for food additive production?
Yes. It is designed for batch dewatering of food additive crystals and can be manufactured with food-grade contact materials.
Can the crystal cake be washed inside the centrifuge?
Yes. An optional cake washing system can be installed to improve product purity.
Is the equipment easy to clean?
Yes. The open-top structure provides easy access for cleaning and inspection.
Can it be used for citric acid or sodium citrate production?
Yes. It is suitable for many food additive crystals including citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, and similar products.
Can the equipment meet food industry requirements?
Yes. Food-grade stainless steel materials and hygienic surface treatment can be provided according to project requirements.
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