Mixers Overview:
- Hands-free mixing
- Can emulsify
- Used with cold/hot process, lotions, creams, etc.
- Different mixing wand attachments available
- RPM: 0 – 2500
- Ideal Batch Size: 20 – 500 lbs
- Hands-free mixing
- Does NOT emulsify
- Used to keep products combined/moving (lotions, infused products, etc.)
- RPM: 14
- Ideal Bath Size: Varies per Size
- Manual mixing
- Can be made hands-free with attachment
- Used with cold/hot process, lotions, creams, etc.
- Mixing wand shafts are interchangeable with motor
- (Does not apply to Lite Commercial Wand)
- RPM: Depends on model
- Ideal Batch Size: 10 – 30 pounds
- Manual mixing
- Does NOT emulsify
- Attaches to Variable Speed Drill
- Used with cold/hot process soap or large amounts of bath bomb mix
- RPM: Depends on drill – should be more than 1200
- Ideal Batch Size: >20 pounds or in depths >6″
Mixer FAQ:
Mixing in Pot Tipper
Question:
How fast do you mix in a Pot Tipper, and what do you use?
Answer:
I am assuming you want to mix CP (cold processed) soap. Trace times on CP soap can take a long time, as you know. We recommend our Pot Whipper, which has Nitrile, flexible blades which become more aggressive as the speed picks up by creating a fluttering action. The blades are cupped to create a downward pull, which creates a faster, more thorough mix and makes it easier to pull in additives, herbs, etc. This shape also eliminates air bubbles common to paddle blades and mixers not made for stirring soap.
You must mix at speeds above 1200 rpm, or it will take you a long time to reach trace, especially an all olive oil soap. Actually, 1500 to 1800 is best, and always stir at a 10° to 15° degree angle. You should reach trace in 5 to 7 minutes with a palm, coconut, olive base.
Pot Whipper Trace Time
Question:
You say on your site that the Pot Whipper will reduce my tracing time and give me a better blend of ingredients. Can you give me an idea as to what my tracing time might be using the Pot Whipper?
Answer:
Generally speaking, your tracing time will be between 5 to 7 minutes, depending upon your batch.
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