Chemineer PD5M 500l mixing tank

Applications & Use Cases

• Blending liquid ingredients in food production.
• Mixing sauces, dressings, or purees.
• Holding and agitating solutions in beverage processing.
• Preparing brines or marinades for meat and poultry.
• Small-batch pharmaceutical or chemical mixing.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 100 litres up to 1,000 litres, with this unit being 500 litres.

Power supply

Units of this type typically operate on a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, as indicated by the 3Ph motor.

Motor power

Mixer motors for 500-litre tanks often range from 0.37kW to 2.2kW, depending on the viscosity of the product.

Construction material

Mixing tanks in food processing are almost exclusively constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Mixer type

Top-mounted propeller mixers are common for low to medium viscosity liquids, providing good circulation and blending.

Footprint

A 500-litre tank typically requires a floor space of approximately 1m x 1m, plus access for operation and cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of products can this tank mix?

  This type of tank with a propeller mixer is generally suitable for mixing low to medium viscosity liquids, such as sauces, beverages, brines, and solutions. Highly viscous products may require a different agitator design.

• Is this unit suitable for hygienic applications?

• What maintenance is typically required for a mixing tank?

• Can the mixing speed be adjusted?

• What are the common installation requirements?