Rating of the most reliable milk separators in 2022

Before choosing which milk separator to buy, you need to familiarize yourself with the operating principle of such equipment and the operating rules. We recommend paying attention to several characteristics - electric/manual type of device, power, materials from which it is made, bowl capacity.

Electric or manual

Electric models are efficient and much easier to use in business. In one cycle it is possible to process a larger quantity of products than with the manual type, and in this case the housewife’s hands will remain free. The only drawback of an electric machine is the need for stable, constant electricity.

If you live in an area with intermittent power outages, use a power generator or opt for a portable unit. Both methods are often used in industrial settings. The mechanical type is reliable and easy to use, but requires more effort and time.

Performance

Household separators produce no more than 50-100 liters per hour, excluding breaks for engine rest and washing. On average, a continuous cycle takes half an hour, and the plates must be cleaned after several tens of liters. Be sure to consider these characteristics when comparing them to your job plans and needs.

Material

The reliability, durability and safety of a machine depends on the materials from which it is made. Plastic parts are lightweight, but they are more difficult to clean, they are fragile from scratches and are deformed.

Metal parts are faster to clean, more durable, but heavier. Aluminum accelerates fermentation, but may be susceptible to harsh cleaning agents. The stainless steel design and components are optimal.

Bowl capacity

Adjust this setting according to the amount of raw material being processed. As a general rule, the pan should be at least half full, but not to the brim. The average option that suits most buyers is 5-10 liters, but in production, of course, this will not be enough.

Features of separation at home

Important!

As mentioned, goat milk has a high percentage of fat, but the size of the fat cells is small enough that they can be separated using a manual or slow-moving machine.

Separating goat milk at home differs in the way it is prepared and configured:

Let sit before loading into the machine - leave the container of milk open or cover with gauze, leave for 1-2 hours. At this time, the goat “spirit” is exhaled from the drink.
Heat the milk to 42 degrees and run hot water through the separator to heat the container. This will improve separation.
To separate goat milk, install the device in accordance with the instructions for this type of drink.
The fat content can be adjusted using the screw on the top plate, but do not set it to the maximum level. A position slightly above the middle is sufficient.
At the end of the work, you can start returning to the maximum level - this will automatically clear the plates of accumulated oil.

Factors influencing the process

There are several factors that affect the quality of separation:

Liquid density. The higher it is, the lower the quality of the resulting product. The degree of thickness can be reduced by heating the milk.
Fat content of milk. The larger it is, the slower the separation process occurs. In order to increase its speed, it is necessary to increase the number of cleaning plates that are located in the device itself.
Incorrect technical processes. They also affect the separation rate, slowing it down. This happens because rough pumps deform fat particles during industrial pumping of milk. When the particles are round in shape and large in size, separation occurs much faster.

The temperature of the initial product is the main criterion that affects the quality of the final result. The optimal mode for household separators is 35-45°C.

Important Factors

If you want quality product processing, you need to pay attention to the factors influencing milk separation. These include the following:

High quality raw materials. The fact is that without good milk, even the most expensive separator is not able to work a miracle. Here it is necessary not to overdo it with fat content, and its optimal content is considered to be 3%. It is also necessary to monitor temperature and acidity. Slightly warmed milk will be much easier to process. It is first necessary to clean the product from wool and other particles, especially if goat milk is separated.
Correct operation. Use the separator only in accordance with the attached instructions. It is very important to properly care for the device, clean and rinse all parts after each separation process. Before starting work, you must carefully study the separator diagram; it is advisable to assemble it by studying the instructions. Before pouring raw materials into the receiver, you need to carry out one cycle with plain warm water. Thanks to this, all remnants of detergents after the last use are washed off or the top layer of dust is removed from the device.

It is important to note that all parts in the separator must fit tightly together, without gaps. For the greatest confidence in your own abilities, you can turn to professionals or watch special video tutorials.

As you can see, the separation process at home is not so difficult. To do this, you just need to purchase the simplest separator.

Types by drive type

According to this feature, as already mentioned, there are only two types of centrifuges for goat or cow milk

management;
electric.

The first type is usually chosen only by owners of small farms. The main advantage of these separators is that they do not require any energy. Devices of this type are inexpensive, and their technical characteristics, especially power, are practically no different from electric models.

The only drawback of this type of separators is that they are not very convenient to use. To get the cream, you need to turn the handle of such a device. This means that processing goat milk in this case turns into a rather tedious procedure.

Electric separators are more convenient to use. However, such a model should only be purchased by those farm owners whose plot is located in a populated area with a stable power supply. Devices of this type may not work, for example, when the network voltage is low. An exception to this rule are some models of old Soviet separators. Currently, such devices are manufactured with motors that are resistant to voltage fluctuations, and even with special signal protection. But, unfortunately, these separators are not very available on the market today.

The milk has stopped being separated

This problem occurs in almost all housewives, but not many are able to solve it. Before looking for serious damage and problems, try adjusting the milk supply regulator to the device.

One of the effective solutions to this issue is to clean all the holes using an ordinary ear stick. In many cases, milk is not separated from clogged channels.

If after these steps the separator continues to separate poorly, you will have to look inside.

Often, devices in which the brushes have worn out for a long time suffer from the problem of poor separation. That is why milk does not go through such an important stage of processing. It is useful to change brushes at least once every two to three months. Thanks to this care, the separator will serve you for a long time and without problems.

Tips for use

Passing goat milk through the separator must, of course, be done correctly. Sometimes it happens that the fat does not separate from the separator. In this case, experienced breeders advise heating goat milk to 30 °C, or even better to 40 °C. The fact is that all these machines are designed for processing mainly fresh goat milk.

Of course, it is not always possible to whip cream immediately after milking. There is usually not much time between them. After all, milk should always be strained after milking. During this process it, of course, cools down. It is not possible to process cold milk into cream using a cream separator.

Experienced farmers advise, among other things, not to set the maximum fat content of goat milk in the machine. In this case, it is better to choose an operating mode slightly above average.

Sometimes it happens that the goat milk separator spills milk. Adjusting the device in this case often does not help. In this situation, simply try to remove and reinstall the separator. This problem is often the result of one of the disks simply being misaligned.

What if the cream is thick?

During operation of the separator, on the one hand, a completely non-critical problem may arise. The moment the separator begins to produce too thick cream, many people throw the device in the trash without understanding the reason.

At its core, thick cream is the same as sour cream, only the fat content is several times less.

There are several ways to solve this problem:

It is worth tightening the creamer, where the cream flows from.
Turn the adjusting screw until the desired consistency is achieved.
You can try to adjust the milk supply using the flag, increasing the opening for milk supply.

TOP 7 best milk separators

Manufacturers took care of creating two types of separators:

management;
electric.

These devices operate on an identical principle; they differ only in the control process. In the rating of the best models, we included 7 manufacturers and brands that meet the standards:

HYDRAULIC SEPARATOR STSM-80 #18;
ENGINE SICH-100-18;
ROTOR;
NEPTUNE;
FERMER ES-2.
OM-3;
BEREZOVSKAYA HYDROELECTRIC PLANT;

Each block has characteristic features and features, operating principles and uniqueness in management. We will go into detail about all of them, point out the advantages and disadvantages and pay attention to the opinions of buyers and users. Enjoy reading!

HYDRAULIC UNIT SCM-80 No. 18

An unusual device in this category, many people pay attention to the efficient processing of milk. Components and parts are made from high-strength, food-safe aluminum. Productivity per hour is 80 liters.

Number of plates	11
Bowl diameter, mm	365
Height, mm	530

Price: from 3000 to 4300 rubles.

Advantages

durable material;
in one hour the exhaust is 80 liters;
cleaning;
capacity – 10 liters.

Flaws

The weight of the device is about 6 kg.

I inherited this unit from my father, who was an active farmer and prepared many of the products himself. I use it to make cottage cheese. This saves me a lot of time and effort and I don't waste energy. I have no complaints about the machine; it does its job quickly and efficiently. It breaks down without interruption and does not overheat.

Milk separator HYDROAGREGAT SCM-80 No. 18

ROTOR

The high efficiency of this model distinguishes it from other devices. Therefore, it is widely used both in domestic conditions and in extensive production. Easy processing of up to 50 liters per hour. An additional advantage of the product is its cleaning from dirt, bacteria and microorganisms, and impurities. The sensor is located on the front panel of the device. This allows the user to independently regulate the operation of the device.

Bowl, in mm	280
Device height, mm	330
Plate	8

Price: from 1490 to 2300 rubles.

Advantages

1 year warranty;
It is sold in two colors - red and yellow;
The bowl is made of food-grade plastic;
Light weight of the device – 2.8 kg.

We recently bought this machine, we have a small farm and we want to take our production to the next level. The choice did not take much time; we needed average performance and reliability. Despite the low price, the machine works very well and has never let us down. We fell several times, but the body survived the test.

Milk separator ROTOR

HYDRAULIC UNIT BEREZKA

The device performs additional sorting and disinfection of the product during separation. Moreover, it can be used repeatedly. The bowl is made of high quality, food safe plastic. It is durable, does not heat up and is odorless. With a power consumption of 200 W, the device processes about 60 liters of product per hour and does this almost continuously. Time savings and positive results are key.

Separators "Farmer ES-01": characteristics and reviews

According to many homestead owners, this model is ideal for processing goat milk. This separator is made of plastic. Technical characteristics “Farmer ES-01” has the following features:

productivity – 80 l/h;
The ratio of fat and grass can be adjusted from 1:4 to 1:10;
revolution - 11000-14500

The manufacturer of this model is the domestic enterprise Penzmash. The drum of this model is made of durable stainless food steel and is highly wear-resistant.

Many farmers and homestead owners consider the advantages of this brand of equipment, among other things, that it is perfect for intensive use. Judging by the reviews, the disadvantages of “Farmer” separators include their relatively high cost.

The price of such equipment may vary, depending on the supplier, in the range of 3500-4000 rubles. The Penzmash enterprise today has quite serious production capacities. Therefore, buying a separator for goat milk in Moscow or another city in the country under the “Farmer” brand will not be difficult.

What is dairy processing based on?

Fresh cow's milk is a suspension in which fat globules, called cream, are mixed with the heavier molecules of the rest of the milk. They are easily separated from the bulk of the product by floating. To speed up the separation of fractions, milk separators have been created. Subsequently, the heavy residue is separated into curd mass and whey, but this is after ripening. There are also separators to separate them.

If the final result of processing is 1:10, it means that for every 10 liters of skim milk, 1 liter of cream is obtained from 11 liters of milk. This is cream containing a large amount of butter and little liquid fraction. But you can get 3 liters of cream for 8 liters of skim milk. Such cream will be liquid and little butter will be obtained from it. The separator allows you to create a ratio from 1:4 to 1:12.

In everyday life and for the primary processing of milk, small farms use only cream separators or separators, which is the same thing. Cream separation occurs under the influence of centrifugal force, which throws heavy particles to the periphery, while light particles remain closer to the center. After separation, all that remains is to select the fractions into separate containers.

The milk separator is a customized system for the continuous supply of milk into a rotating disc drum and the selection of cream and skimmed milk, or skim milk.

Separator "Irid": description and reviews

This model is also often used by goat owners to produce cream. The productivity of the Irid separator is 50 liters per hour. The drum of this model reaches operating mode in 15 seconds. The engine is capable of developing 8000-11000 rpm.

This model has received excellent reviews from farmers not only for its ease of use, but also for its reliability. The separators were manufactured in former military-industrial factories. One of their features is the engine with a modern design. This model does not have brushes on the motors. This design not only ensures a long service life of the device, but also allows it to operate as smoothly as possible.

At the moment, this particular model has received the best reviews among farmers and homestead owners. The Irid goat milk separator is one of the few modern models that can operate at a reduced voltage of 160 V.

Ease of use is also considered a plus of equipment of this brand. The fat content of the cream produced by this model can be adjusted using a lever on the front of the cylinder. The drum of the device is made of corrosion-resistant food steel. At the moment, judging by the opinions of farmers on specialized forums, Irid is the best goat milk separator produced in our country.

What is it and what is it for?

Milk separation is an important stage of processing, during which the milk is separated into cream and a skim part (skim). This process not only extends the shelf life, allows you to obtain different types of fermented milk foods, but also contributes to the mechanical purification of this natural product from various impurities.

Problems using the device

Each machine has an instruction manual that must be carefully read and followed. Possible causes of problems may be design features that were not taken into account during assembly. Some problems can be summarized and basic repair recommendations can be given. However, always pay attention to the model used and the manufacturer's information.

The separated product does not thicken

The reason may be that the temperature of the milk is too high, in which case it should be cooled to a steam temperature of about 40 degrees.
You should also get rid of any dirt from the drum. It should be disassembled, cleaned and washed of deposits.
It would be useful to check the position of the adjusting screw; if it is tightened tightly, turn it 1-1.5 turns.
After standing in the cold for a long time, the water will thicken. If waiting time is limited, you can use a mixer. The main thing is not to overdo it and not make it oily.

Why does he drive so fat?

The first thing you should try is to change the position of the regulator. The cause may also be milk that is too cold. The optimal temperature of raw milk is 35-45 C. The tap is not fully open. The float is not in place.

Reasons why the separator does not work

1. The drum in the separator does not gain pressure

1.1 Make sure that the power supply is 220 volts

1.2 Malfunctions of the wiring to which the socket is connected

1.3 Electric motor failure

If your device is under warranty, contact the manufacturer directly. Otherwise, buy the motor separately and replace it.

2. Noise, vibration or shock is heard during operation

2.1 There may be deposits under the bottom or top of the drum.

Disassemble the separator, in particular the drum itself, and wash everything.

2.2 During drum assembly, the zero marks were not aligned.

Loosen the nut located on top of the drum and align the marks. Then tighten the nut, the notch of which should also be on the same line.

2.3 The nut is loose or not fully tightened

Use a special wrench to tighten it, making sure that the zero mark matches the marks on the drum cover.

2.4 Deformation of the electric motor shaft during its operation

Replacement of the electric motor under warranty or independently.

2.5 Tilt the separator to one side

Check the horizontality of the surface on which the separator stands.

2.6 During assembly at the factory, the motor was seated high and the drum was rubbing against the drains

This is a warranty case, but if it runs out, then unscrew the bottom cover and adjust the three nuts yourself. It is necessary to regulate with a correctly assembled drum and two drains. The lateral distance must be uniform on all sides. Select the height so that the bottom of the fat content adjustment bolt is 1 mm higher than the top drain.

3. There is a rattling sound from the working parts of the separator

3.1 Violations during assembly of separator units

Following the described instructions for assembling the separator, make sure that the drum, ebbs, float chamber, and bowl are installed in the correct sequence and all the way.

3.2 There is no milk in the milk receiver

An empty bowl may make strange noises until milk is poured into it again.

4. Heavy or liquid cream

4.1 Fat content adjustment screw is not set correctly

According to the instructions on how to adjust the drum, adjust the bolt to the desired cream fat content.

4.2 There is a blockage in the outlet hole of the adjusting screw

Use a brush to clean the hole in the separation plate. This is a plastic cone that is located at the very top.

5. The drum does not rotate when you press the power button

5.1 Damage caused by a faulty button

5.2. The integrity of the cores in the power cord is broken

5.3. The electric motor has failed

How to choose a milk separator

Electric or manual

Performance

Material

Metal parts are faster to clean, more durable, but heavier. Aluminum accelerates fermentation, but may be susceptible to harsh cleaning agents. The stainless steel design and components are optimal.

Bowl capacity

Adjust this setting according to the amount of raw material being processed. The rule is to fill the pan at least halfway, but not to the brim. The average option that satisfies most buyers is 5-10 liters, but in production this will clearly not be enough.

Separator prices

Prices for household milk separators most often depend on motor power (and corresponding performance). Other reasons influencing the price : plastic or metal components, volume of the milk container.

For example,

(TehMos store prices are shown as of January 12, 2022)

With a separator productivity of 50-60 l/h: price from 2500 to 4200 rubles
Productivity more than 80-100 l: 4650 - 6500 rub.
And for farms with large volumes of milk processing, separators with a capacity of 500 l/h or more are suitable. Their cost, of course, is not small: from 140 to 250 thousand rubles.

Which milk separator is better?

After reviewing the most commonly purchased home milk separators in 2022, all that remains is to buy one that takes into account your personal needs. Having compared reviews, strengths and weaknesses, the Vyborexperta.ru team highlighted several of the best nominations:

Milky AR140 is a reliable, quiet model with a good degree of focusing;
Motor Sich 100-18 is a universal separator for goat milk and other types of products, the best viewing characteristics, durable fastening;
Tigon Ural-M - a convenient device with a fat control sensor, long service life;
Penzmash RZ-OPS-M is a multifunctional device with a manual butter beater that does not require electricity.

With so many devices to choose from, finding a suitable and reliable device is not easy. But after reading our review and the evaluation criteria provided, you will be up to the task. All our nominated products are guaranteed to be organic and safe food prepared at home.

Comparison table of the presented models

Below is a table with the main technical parameters of each device. This will help you choose a model of high quality and performance according to the criteria that best suits your needs.

Model	Power, W)	Size(mm)	Weight, kg)	Price, rub.)
HYDRAULIC UNIT SSM-80 No. 18	80	529x390x530	5	3 000 – 4 500
HYDROLOGY OF BIRCH	200	520x365x520	4	1 500 – 2 700
OMB-3	50	415x380x295	3	2 000 – 3 5000
FERMER ES-02	80	335x290x430	3.5	3 500 – 5 500
NEPTUNE	80	335x290x430	3	2 000 – 2 900
ENGINE SICH -100 -18	60	520x365x520	6	4 500 – 6 900
ROTOR	100	290x325x460	3	1 500 – 2 000

Tips for choosing

Since there are many options for separators, there are some important factors to consider before purchasing to ensure you have the right device for the job.

Material used. A separator made of metal will be the most reliable, since this material guarantees durability. However, there is nothing wrong with choosing a model with a plastic body or bowl as they are also durable and easy to clean.
Voltage. Since these products are mainly electrical, the operating voltage must be taken into account. If you connect a high voltage appliance to a lower voltage source, you will not be able to get its maximum power.
RPM. Often these machines have between 8,000 and 14,000 rpm. This number will be important if goat milk is processed. Therefore, a higher speed machine is required for effective treatment.
Cream separator capacity. It is always better to choose a large container so that you can process a significant amount of dairy product in one operation. If the model has a small capacity, you will have to clean it frequently. The separator must be disassembled and reassembled, so you will have to spend a lot of time and effort.
Performance. Separators for home use produce from 50 to 100 liters of dairy product per hour. This is based on performance without taking the device out of service. The average time of continuous operation of the separator is from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

The best milk separator will help simplify the process and produce the highest quality organic dairy products. When choosing a car, pay attention to our rating, in which you will find only proven and high-quality models. Also take a look at the important factors to consider before purchasing a separator to ensure you get a product that suits your needs and avoid disappointment after your purchase.