- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 500 litres to several thousand litres, with 1000 litres being a frequent size.
- Power supply
- Stirrer motors and pumps on units of this type typically operate on 3-phase industrial power, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.
- Material construction
- Units are almost exclusively constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance.
- Agitation type
- Stirrers commonly feature propeller, anchor, or paddle designs, suitable for various viscosities.
- Pump type
- The integrated pump is typically a positive displacement or centrifugal type, depending on the intended product viscosity and transfer rate.
- Temperature control
- While not always present, some units of this type may feature jackets for heating or cooling, or insulation.