High shear mixers and low shear mixers are obviously different in many aspects. The following are the main differences between them:
1. Basic working principle
The working principle of high shear mixer is: using high-speed rotating blades to shear, tear and mix materials, thereby generating strong shear force to achieve material homogenization.
Low shear mixer: Generally uses low-speed and low-shear mixing methods. When the mixer rotates at a relatively slow speed, the shear force it generates on the material will be relatively reduced.
2. Applicable scenarios
High-precision mixer for shearing:
This is suitable for those application scenarios that require rapid mixing of solids and liquids.
This method is often widely used in multiple industries that require high shear force to achieve material dispersion, emulsification or homogenization, such as cosmetics, food, medicine, daily chemicals and chemical industries.
Low shear mixer:
This is suitable for situations that are particularly sensitive to shear force or need to ensure the integrity of the material.
This substance is often used to mix liquids containing components such as biomacromolecules such as proteins and peptides, suspended cells, and dissolve easily soluble solids.
3. How is the mixing effect?
High shear mixer has the ability to generate strong shear force, which can homogenize the material in a short time, thereby reducing the particle size and making the distribution more uniform.
Low shear mixer has a relatively mild mixing effect, which will not damage the material structure or generate excessive shear heat. It is particularly suitable for applications where the original properties of the material need to be maintained.
4.About the characteristics of the equipment
High-precision mixer for shearing:
It usually has a relatively high rotation speed and power, which makes the mixing effect more outstanding.
Due to the complex structure of the equipment, the manufacturing and maintenance costs are also correspondingly high.
Low shear mixer:
Due to the low speed and relatively low power, the mixing efficiency is quite appropriate.
The equipment has a simple structural design, is quite convenient to operate and maintain, and has a relatively low cost.
