Effect of High Shear Homogenizer Mixer on Emulsification

Before we explore the impact of a high shear homogenizer mixer on the emulsification process, let’s take a closer look at how this equipment works. The high shear homogenizer mixer is an indispensable core equipment in the emulsification process. Its exquisite design has a significant impact on the emulsification effect.

First of all, the core components of the high shear homogenizer mixer are the high speed rotating rotor and the matching fixed stator, with a precise gap maintained between them. When the material is introduced into this narrow gap, it will be subject to comprehensive forces such as strong shearing, friction, centrifugal extrusion, liquid layer friction, impact tearing and turbulence. The high speed rotation of the rotor causes the material to pass through the stator at an extremely high linear speed. The resulting shear force can tear large particles or droplets in the material into smaller sizes, achieving ultra-fine, emulsified and uniform materials. dispersion. This strong mechanical shearing effect enables the originally incompatible solid phase, liquid phase, and gas phase to be instantly uniformly and finely dispersed and emulsified under the combined action of corresponding mature processes and appropriate amounts of emulsifiers. After high-frequency repeated cycles, stable high-quality products are finally obtained.

Next, we will further explore how the stator and rotor clearance, rotation speed, material and design of the homogenizer affect the emulsification effect.

1. The influence of the stator and rotor clearance of the homogenizer mixer on the emulsification effect

The size of the gap between the stator and rotor of the homogenizer directly affects the distribution of shear force and the particle size of the droplets in the emulsion. The smaller the gap, the greater the shear force, which can produce smaller droplets, thus improving the fineness and stability of the emulsion. However, too small a gap may cause the pores in the homogenization valve to be easily clogged, especially when handling high-hardness particles, making it prone to damage and difficult to repair. Therefore, choosing the appropriate gap size is crucial to achieve ideal emulsification results.

2. The impact of the speed of the high shear homogenizer on the emulsification effect

The speed of the high-shear homogenizer determines the intensity of the shear force, which in turn affects the stability and fineness of the emulsion. The shear force generated by high rotational speed is greater, which can more effectively refine the oil droplets and improve the uniformity and stability of the emulsion. However, too high a rotational speed may cause the temperature of the emulsion to rise and affect the physical stability of the emulsion, especially for heat-sensitive raw materials. Therefore, we need to optimize the rotation speed during production according to specific product characteristics.

3. The impact of the material and design of the high shear homogenizer on the emulsification effect

The material and design of the high shear homogenizer mixer have a non-negligible impact on its emulsification effect. Detailed factors such as the shape and surface treatment of the rotor and stator are directly related to the dispersion efficiency of materials and product quality during the emulsification process. Selecting the appropriate material and surface treatment technology can effectively reduce the adhesion of materials during processing and reduce equipment wear, thereby improving the overall homogenization efficiency.

In order to ensure the hygienic safety of the product and avoid cross-contamination, the design of the high-shear homogenizer should also take into account the convenience of cleaning and disinfection. In this regard, IMMAY uses high-quality stainless steel materials and performs fine polishing to meet high standards of health and safety requirements. This design not only ensures the durability and corrosion resistance of the equipment, but also ensures easy cleaning and maintenance during the production process, ensuring the quality and safety of the final product.

4.Conclusion

The high shear homogenizer mixer has an important impact on the emulsification effect through its unique mechanical effect. By optimizing the gap, speed, material and design of the homogenizer, high-quality emulsions with ideal particle size, stability and sensory properties can be produced. Therefore, when selecting and using a high shear homogenizer, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the characteristics of the emulsification system and the required emulsion quality to achieve the best emulsification effect.

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