V type dry powder mixer

A V-type dry powder mixer is a common industrial blending equipment used for homogeneous mixing of dry powders, granules, or small solid particles in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, and cosmetics. It consists of two cylindrical containers welded at an angle (typically 80°–90°), forming a “V” shape, which promotes efficient mixing through tumbling action.

V Type Dry Powder Mixer Mixing Principle:

The V-shaped design ensures continuous splitting and recombination of materials as the mixer rotates, achieving uniform blending.

Gentle tumbling action minimizes heat generation and particle damage, making it suitable for fragile or shear-sensitive materials.

V Type Dry Powder Mixer Construction & Materials:

Made of stainless steel (304/316) for corrosion resistance, hygiene, and compliance with GMP standards (important for pharmaceuticals and food).

Optional polished interiors or special coatings for sticky or reactive materials.

V Type Dry Powder Mixer Applications:

Pharmaceuticals (powdered drugs, excipients).

Food industry (spices, flour, additives).

Chemicals (pigments, fertilizers, detergents).

Cosmetics (talcum powder, eyeshadows).

V Type Dry Powder Mixer Advantages:

High mixing efficiency (typically 5–15 minutes per batch).

Easy loading/unloading (often with discharge valves or tilting mechanisms).

Minimal dead zones or residue.

Optional vacuum or inert gas purging for sensitive materials.

Disadvantages:

Not ideal for wet or paste-like materials.

Less effective for powders with large differences in density or particle size (may require additives like flow aids).

Customizations:

Intensifier bars (for breaking lumps).

Spray nozzles (for adding small liquid quantities).

PLC control (automation, timing, speed adjustment).

Operation Parameters:

Capacity: Ranges from lab-scale (1–10 L) to industrial (100–1000 L).

Rotation Speed: Usually 10–25 RPM (optimized for material properties).

Fill Ratio: 30–50% of total volume for optimal mixing.

Alternatives:

Double Cone Mixer: Similar gentle mixing but with a different shape.

Ribbon Mixer: Better for cohesive or dense powders.

Planetary Mixer: For wet/dry combinations.