The Difference Between A Double Cone Mixer And A V-mixer

Choosing an industrial mixer may seem easy, but in reality, there are several important factors to consider. In a double cone mixer and a V-mixer share the same working principle of a drum mixer used for powders. However, if you choose the wrong one, you could end up with poor product quality or an inefficient process, which can directly impact your business.

When looking at the solids mixing mechanism of both, you will find some similarities and differences between the mixing and blending actions. For clarification purposes, blending is the process of combining two or more unique materials to obtain a homogeneous product. In contrast, blending is a much gentler process.

As for the similarities between the two types of mixers, both are drum mixers. The contents are diverted each time the vessel is inverted, and the speed of rotation is adjustable to ensure that the contents slide to the lower part of the vessel during rotation. Both biconical and V-mixers are used in the pharmaceutical, chemical and nutraceutical industries. However, there are also significant differences.

The double cone blender is a low-profile mixer requiring less headroom than the V-mixer. The conical mixer is also designed with only one access cover, allowing quick and easy inspection and cleaning. The mixer operates on the free-flow principle and is typically used for gentle mixing of free-flowing particles and powders. Double cone mixers are more suitable for mixing 2 to 5 ingredients.

V-shaped mixers offer shorter mixing times with high efficiency. Mixing is performed by two connected cylinders that constantly divide and engage the particle motion to achieve a 1% to 2% change in mixing. Each cylindrical leg has its own access cover for material loading, cleaning and inspection. This type of mixer is primarily used to blend 2 to 10 ingredients. v-mixers are commonly used in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food and cosmetic industries.

In order to meet your process requirements, it is important to choose a mixer that is of high quality manufacture. For a complete list of our products, please visit our website or contact us.