The onion cutting machine is a very important piece of equipment in the onion processing process. The price range for this type of equipment is mainly between about $3,000 and $10,000, depending on the type of equipment, production capacity, and the degree of automation.
- Equipment type and price analysis
The downward pressure cutting machine uses the principle of mechanical pressure cutting to cut onions by means of a set of blades. This type of equipment has a simple structure, is easy to maintain, and has a relatively low price, usually between $3,000-$5,000. Its disadvantage is that the production efficiency is low, with an output of about 200-300 kilograms per hour, and it requires manual assistance for loading and manual assistance for pressing.
The automatic slicing machine adopts advanced automatic control system, integrating automatic feeding, precise cutting and finished product delivery. The price of this type of equipment is high, usually between 6,000-10,000 dollars. Their advantages are high productivity, with an output of up to 500-800 kilograms per hour, and high cutting precision for better product consistency.
2. Key factors affecting price
The production capacity of the equipment is the core element that determines the price. The higher the production capacity of the equipment, the higher the requirements for motor power, blade set configuration, body materials, etc., and the price rises accordingly. For example, the price of equipment with an hourly output of 500 kilograms is about 30% higher than that of 300 kilograms.
The degree of automation directly affects the price of the equipment. Fully automatic equipment is equipped with PLC control system, automatic adjustment device, etc. These additional features make the price of the equipment more than 40% higher than semi-automatic equipment.
3. Recommendations for equipment selection
For small processing plants, it is recommended to choose downward pressure onion slicers. This type of equipment has low investment cost, simple maintenance, and can meet basic processing needs. For medium-sized processing enterprises and above, automatic onion cutting machine is a better choice. Although the initial investment is larger, in the long run, its high efficiency and low loss can bring better economic benefits.
When purchasing equipment, enterprises should make a comprehensive assessment based on their own production scale, investment budget and product requirements. At the same time, it is also necessary to consider the after-sales service of the equipment, the supply of accessories and other factors to ensure the stable operation of the production line.