Milk separators: overview, types, usage, reviews

A separator is a special device for separating cream. There are several types of similar devices, differing in design, method of application, types used for the manufacture of materials.

How does it work

Milk separators operate on the simple principle of centrifugal separation of fractions of different densities. Structurally, they consist of the following elements:

• A drum;

• Frame;

• The driving device;

• Input / output systems.

When the device is turned on, the drum, together with the milk that has been poured in, starts to rotate very quickly. As a result, the cream is separated.

The main varieties

Separators for milk can be classified according to the following features:

1. I / O system designs. In this regard, there are closed, semi-closed and open devices. When using the latter variety, the milk being treated is in contact with the environment both during loading and unloading. In semi-closed automatic machines, the input can be made both open-ended and closed. The product outlet is hermetically sealed. In closed systems both loading and unloading occur respectively in closed mode.

2. Type of drive. There are manual and electrical devices of this type. The first variety differs in its simplicity of design, but it is somewhat inconvenient to use. A hand-held milk separator is usually used by owners of small household plots. Electric models are installed in the shops of enterprises engaged in the processing of milk.

3. Method of removal of sediment. This operation can be performed manually, automatically or periodically directly during the operation of the device.

Modern milk separators can be made from different materials. Most often it is stainless steel or strong plastic. Among other things, such devices can vary in size, performance, power, etc.

How to use

In use, separators of any kind are very simple. You can completely empty any fresh milk. Preliminary it should be preheated to a temperature of approximately 36-40 g. If you pour too cold or hot milk into the drum, the cream output will not be particularly large. If there is a lot of milk in the farm, you can separate it immediately after milking. The steam room has approximately this temperature.

The product is not recommended to be recycled in the separator. In this case, the nodes of the device will be permanently clogged, during the fusion they will have to be periodically cleaned. Actually the work itself to get the cream is done like this:

1. Milk is poured into the drum through the funnel in the kit.

2. Under the outlet bell is installed some dishes for taking cream.

3. The device is connected to the network. In the mechanical separator, you just need to turn the handle.

Separators can be used not only for cream, but also for milk degreasing. To do this, many models provide the ability to switch modes. Milk skimmed with separator is considered a very useful product. Do it usually not at home, but at the enterprises.

Oil Separators

Such models are also used in enterprises and in personal facilities. The principle of their work is about the same as that of conventional separators. In the design of devices designed for oil ingot, also includes a drum. In this case, during the operation of the equipment, most of the liquid from the cream is discharged outside. Fat also rolls in the drum until it breaks into oil. This type of equipment is called churn.

The modern industry also produces separators designed for cleaning milk. This species is not used at home. Models of this type usually have a very large capacity and are installed in enterprises. They are intended for cleaning milk before cooking cream and butter.

Review of the best manufacturers

What is it worth to choose a separator for milk. Comments on many models, implemented in the modern market, there are very good. The most popular brands of household separators are:

• "Firework".

• Motor Sich.

• "Irid."

OCCP is the most popular industrial separator for milk. Reviews about it are just excellent. Consumers consider German Delta and Austrian FJ to be the best brands of oil beverages.

Reviews about OSGP separators

This model is praised primarily for the presence of a control panel and the possibility of discharging sediment in an automatic mode. Consumers believe that the new OCS is much easier to maintain than the previously issued CROs. The reliability of these models is determined by the fact that all of their parts are made of stainless food steel. Separator industrial for milk OCCP can be used for cooking cream with fat content from 35 to 90%.

Models "Salute"

These separators are considered effective and reliable by the owners of household plots. Their advantages include first and foremost the possibility of adjusting the fat content of cream in fairly large ranges. The ratio of the main product to the reverse can range from 1x4 to 1x10. Separators for milk "Salute" can carry both reduced (196 V), and increased (242 V) voltage. Some models of this brand have a capacity of as much as 80 liters per hour. The advantages of this brand include the availability signal and built-in protection against overloads.

Comments about models «Irid»

As the owners of household plots say, this separator for household milk has a good build quality and convenience in use. Also praise him for economy. For example, the "Irid-50-12" model consumes only about 1 kWh of electricity for three months of operation. At the same time, it differs quite a high productivity - 50 liters of milk per hour. The plus of this separator, among other things, is considered insensitivity to voltage drops. The device works quietly both at 170 V and at 260 V. For remote settlements this can be really actual. To some disadvantages of these separators, consumers only refer to the fact that most of the parts in them are made of plastic. However, with a careful attitude, such a device can last a very long time.

Separators "Motor Sich"

Many owners of household plots consider that this is almost the best household separator for milk today . Reviews about him are basically only good. The only thing to buy "Motor Sich" owners of household plots advised in a metal, not plastic housing. The models of the latter variety do not differ by reliability. Separators in the metal casing serve for a long time even under the most intensive use.

Delta butter machines

This model is deservedly popular in the first place due to its versatility. Household churn "Delta" is used to produce the product from both cream and directly from milk. If desired, you can also knead the dough or prepare cocktails on this churn. Good reviews of consumers this model deserved for the quality of assembly. The body of its engine is made of stainless steel.

Models FJ

The FJ oiler is popular primarily for the quality of the assembly. All the details of this compact model are made of stainless steel. Plus FJ oil drinkers consider their high productivity and ease of use. Due to the presence of a transparent cover, it is possible to observe the oil knock-down procedure. If desired, the speed of cooking this product can be changed.

Milk separators: price

The cost of such devices depends on various factors: productivity, equipment, functional used for the manufacture of materials. Household separators, designed to process 50-80 liters of milk per hour, cost 3-7 thousand rubles. The price for high-performance industrial models can fluctuate between 20-35 thousand rubles. In principle, it is not too expensive. In any case, buying a household model to get home-made cream or oil is affordable to any Russian.