V Blender

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V Blender – Technical Specification & Application in Pharma & Food Industry

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A V Blender, or a V-Type Mixer, is an efficiency blender used in the pharmaceutical and food industry to blend dry powders and granules uniformly. Due to its V-shaped mixing chamber and tumbling action, it provides homogeneous blending without causing high heat generation or particle degradation.

Technical Specifications of V Blender

1. Material of Construction

Stainless Steel (SS 316L for contact components, SS 304 for non-contact components) – guarantees GMP & FDA compliance.

Mirror or Matte Finish – avoids contamination and facilitates easy cleaning.

Sanitary-Grade Seals & Gaskets – guarantees airtight operation, avoiding leakage.

2. Blender Design & Capacity

V-Shaped Twin Chambers: Facilitates uniform mixing by providing a continuous material flow.

Blender Volume: 5L to 5000L, depending on the model.

Working Capacity: 40% to 70% of overall volume to facilitate effective mixing.

3. Rotation & Speed Control

Rotational Speed: 5 to 25 RPM, controlled through Variable Frequency Drive (VFD).

Gentle Tumbling Motion: Avoids undue shear force, which helps retain delicate particles.

4. Feeding & Discharge System

Top Feeding Port: Facilitates manual or vacuum loading of materials.

Butterfly or Slide Valve Discharge: Complete discharge without any loss of product.

Dust-Free Operation: Can be combined with a vacuum loading system for contamination-free processing.

5. Optional Features

Intensifier Bar (Optional): Improves mixing efficiency for materials of varying densities.

CIP (Clean-In-Place) System (Optional): Allows easy cleaning in pharmaceutical use.

Safety Interlocks & Sensors: Avoids accidental operation when the cover is open.

6. Motor & Power Requirement

Motor Power: 0.5 HP to 10 HP, depending on capacity.

Power Supply: 220V/380V, 50/60Hz, in various configurations.

Applications of V Blender in the Pharmaceutical Industry

• Blending of Dry Powders & Granules: Applied for blending API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) and excipients in tablet and capsule products.
• Homogeneous Mixing: Guarantees even distribution of fine powders without causing heat or dust.
• Low-Shear Blending: Optimum for sensitive pharmaceutical ingredients that are degraded by high mechanical stress.
• Pre-Compression Mixing: Applied prior to tablet compression or capsule filling to guarantee uniform drug content.
• Multi-Batch Processing: Ideal for batch mixing of powders in controlled environments.

Applications of V Blender in the Food Industry

• Food Ingredient Blending: Applied for blending flour, starches, proteins, and food additives evenly.
• Spices & Seasonings Blending: Facilitates uniform mixing of spices, flavors, and herbs without caking.
• Nutritional & Dairy Powder Blending: Applied for protein powders, milk powder, and infant formula blending.
• Baking & Confectionery: Suitable for blending sugar, cocoa powder, and baking ingredients to get uniform formulations.
• Snack & Cereal Blending: Utilized for coating and blending cereals, dry fruits, and snack seasonings uniformly.

Company Details

Fabon Pharmatech is a Nashik‑based manufacturer of pharma‑grade equipment, with roots going back to 1998. We are  specialize in stainless‑steel machines designed for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food applications, meeting GMP/FDA standards

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