- Typical capacity
- Throughput for this class of equipment varies significantly based on product viscosity, nozzle configuration, and cycle speed, commonly ranging from hundreds to several thousand deposits per hour.
- Power supply
- Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with a compressed air supply for pneumatic components.
- Depositing mechanism
- Pressurised systems often utilise positive displacement pumps or pressure vessels to ensure consistent and accurate dosing of viscous products.
- Nozzle configuration
- Depositors commonly feature interchangeable nozzle manifolds, allowing for various product widths and multi-lane production, such as the 12-nozzle manifold mentioned.
- Material compatibility
- Contact parts are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) to meet hygiene standards and resist corrosion from food products.
- Control system
- Modern depositors commonly feature HMI (Human Machine Interface) touchscreens for recipe management, parameter adjustment, and operational control.
- Footprint
- The physical dimensions of depositors vary, but for a multi-nozzle unit, a footprint of approximately 1.5m to 3m in length and 0.8m to 1.5m in width is common.