Application:
The screw juice extractor has a wide range of applications and is suitable for extracting juice from various fruits and vegetables, including watermelon, grapes, strawberries, pears, apples, lemons, citrus fruits, oranges, tomatoes, papayas, radishes, ginger, and other raw materials.
Product Specifications:
Capacity range: 0.5–2.5 T/H
Customized solutions are available according to different production capacities.
Working Principle:
After crushing, the fruit pulp, juice, and peel enter the screw juice extractor through the feeding hopper. As the screw diameter gradually increases and the screw pitch decreases toward the residue outlet, the material is continuously pushed forward and compressed within the reduced screw chamber volume, achieving efficient juice extraction.
The screw shaft rotates counterclockwise when viewed from the feeding hopper toward the residue outlet. Under the pushing force of the screw, the raw materials are compressed, and the extracted juice flows through the filter screen into the juice collection chamber, while the waste residue is discharged through the adjustable annular gap between the screw and the pressure-adjusting cone.
The gap size can be adjusted by rotating the handwheel, changing the resistance of residue discharge and controlling the residue output rate. Proper adjustment of the gap ensures effective separation of juice and residue while maintaining optimal juice quality.
Product Specifications Table:
Model | Capacity | Total Power | Dimensions (mm) |
LZ-0.5 | 0.5 T/H (Apple) | 1.1 KW | 940×320×820 |
LZ-1.5 | 1.5 T/H (Apple) | 4.0 KW | 1590×440×1320 |
LZ-2.5 | 2.5 T/H (Apple) | 15 KW | 2020×640×1555 |
Technical Features:
1. Economical operation with reliable performance.
2. A crushing device can be added to form an integrated crushing and juice extraction machine.
3. The conical screw design provides high capacity and excellent juice extraction efficiency.
4. All parts contacting materials are made of stainless steel, meeting food hygiene requirements.
Packaging:
Packed with wooden pallets or wooden cases.
Kunshan Qianwei Machinery Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in manufacturing food processing pretreatment equipment, including crushing, pulping, peeling, and juice extraction systems.
We provide crushing machines, pulping machines, peeling machines, seed removal machines, juice extractors, and other pretreatment equipment with capacities from 1–30 tons per hour.
In the fruit juice processing industry, raw material treatment is often the first key step that determines product quality and production efficiency. When planning a production line, many companies focus mainly on sterilization equipment and filling equipment, but the front-end juice extraction equipment is actually the factor that directly affects raw material utilization.
From actual production experience, if the juice extraction equipment is not properly selected, it may not only result in low juice yield but also cause significant raw material waste and affect the stability of subsequent production processes.
Among various juice extraction machines, the spiral juice extractor has become a widely used piece of equipment in the fruit juice processing industry due to its stable structure, high juice yield, and wide application range.
Whether for fruit processing plants, juice beverage manufacturers, or vegetable processing companies, spiral juice extractors are almost always an important part of the production line when handling large quantities of raw materials.
What Is a Spiral Juice Extractor?
Simply speaking, a spiral juice extractor is a machine that continuously presses fruits or vegetables through the spiral extrusion principle.
The main components inside the equipment include a spiral shaft, screen mesh, pressing unit, and frame. After the material enters the machine, it is continuously pushed forward by the rotating spiral shaft and gradually compressed.
During the extrusion process, juice flows out through the screen mesh, while fruit residues are gradually discharged from the equipment.
The entire process is continuous pressing, making it highly suitable for large-scale industrial production.
Compared with traditional juice extraction methods, spiral juice extractors have significant advantages in terms of stability and juice extraction efficiency.
Working Principle of a Spiral Juice Extractor
Many customers ask a common question when selecting equipment: Why does a spiral juice extractor achieve a relatively high juice yield?
The principle is actually quite simple.
During operation, the spiral shaft rotates driven by the motor, continuously conveying the material forward. As the spiral structure gradually becomes tighter, the pressure applied to the material increases.
As the pressure continues to increase:
At the same time, through screen filtration, the juice can be discharged smoothly, while solid materials are discharged through the residue outlet.
This continuous extrusion method makes full use of raw materials, which is why it is commonly used in many fruit processing production lines.
What Raw Materials Can a Spiral Juice Extractor Process?
From practical applications, spiral juice extractors have a wide range of uses and can process various fruits and vegetables.
Common raw materials include:
Fruits
Apples
Pears
Pineapples
Grapes
Pomegranates
Citrus fruits
After crushing treatment, these fruits can be efficiently processed into juice through a spiral juice extractor.
Vegetables
Many vegetable processing companies also use spiral juice extraction equipment, such as:
Carrots
Celery
Tomatoes
Cucumbers
The extracted vegetable juice can be used for beverage production or food processing.
Other Agricultural Products
Spiral juice extractors can also process some special raw materials, including:
Ginger
Sugarcane
Herbal plants
Therefore, it has many application scenarios in the food processing industry.
Why Are Spiral Juice Extractors Widely Used in Fruit Juice Production Lines?
From the perspective of industry development, more and more fruit juice processing companies choose spiral juice extractors mainly because of several key advantages.
High Juice Yield
For juice manufacturers, raw material costs usually account for a large proportion of total production costs.
The higher the juice yield, the higher the utilization rate of raw materials.
A spiral juice extractor uses continuous extrusion to extract as much juice as possible from raw materials, thereby reducing waste.
Continuous Production
Traditional juice extraction equipment usually operates intermittently, while spiral juice extractors are designed for continuous operation.
This is especially important for large-scale production, as it can significantly improve production efficiency.
Stable Structure
The overall structure of a spiral juice extractor is relatively simple but highly durable.
With proper daily maintenance, the equipment can operate stably for a long period of time.
Many juice processing plants use their juice extraction equipment reliably for many years.
Strong Adaptability
Different fruits have significant differences in hardness and fiber content.
Spiral juice extractors have strong adaptability to raw materials and can process various types of fruits and vegetables.
What Features Should a Good Spiral Juice Extractor Have?
When selecting equipment, many companies focus mainly on price. However, from a long-term production perspective, equipment structure and material quality are equally important.
High-Quality Stainless Steel Material
Food processing equipment usually requires food-grade stainless steel materials.
High-quality stainless steel not only provides excellent corrosion resistance but also makes cleaning easier.
This is very important for ensuring food safety.
Optimized Spiral Structure Design
The spiral shaft is the core component of the juice extractor.
A well-designed spiral structure can:
Therefore, equipment design experience plays an important role.
Wear-Resistant Screen Mesh
The screen mesh withstands considerable pressure during juice extraction, so it needs to have good wear resistance.
High-quality screen meshes not only provide a longer service life but also ensure stable filtration performance.
Easy-to-Clean Structure
In the food processing industry, equipment cleanliness is extremely important.
Many modern juice extractors are designed with quick-disassembly structures to facilitate daily cleaning and maintenance.
Position of Spiral Juice Extractor in a Fruit Juice Production Line
In a complete fruit juice production line, the spiral juice extractor is usually located in the raw material processing section.
A typical fruit juice production process usually includes:
Raw Material Cleaning → Raw Material Sorting → Crushing → Spiral Juice Extraction → Filtration → Ingredient Mixing → Homogenization → Sterilization → Filling
Through this process arrangement, juice can be fully extracted from raw materials while maintaining stable production efficiency.
In the fruit juice processing industry, juice extraction equipment directly affects raw material utilization and production efficiency.
With advantages such as high juice yield, stable structure, and wide applicability, spiral juice extractors have become commonly used equipment for many fruit processing plants and beverage manufacturers.
For companies planning to build fruit juice production lines, choosing a well-designed and reliable spiral juice extractor can not only improve production efficiency but also effectively reduce raw material waste.
With the continuous development of the fruit juice beverage market, stable and efficient juice extraction equipment will continue to play an increasingly important role in the food processing industry.
