Working principle and characteristics of colloid mill

A gyroscope mill operates using a high-speed rotating rotor and a matching stator. Driven by an electric motor through a belt drive, the rotor and stator create a strong shear force, friction, and high-frequency vibration as the material passes through the adjustable gap between them. This process effectively emulsifies, disperses, and pulverizes the material, achieving ultrafine grinding and emulsification.

### Key Features:

1. **Centrifugal Mechanism**: Unlike pressure homogenizers, gyroscope mills rely on centrifugal force to process materials.

2. **Advantages**:

- Simple structure and easy maintenance.

- Suitable for high-viscosity materials and larger particles.

3. **Disadvantages**:

- Variable flow rate: The centrifugal motion causes inconsistent flow rates, especially for materials of differing viscosities.

- Heat generation: High-speed friction between the rotor and material can cause significant heat, potentially denaturing the material.

- Surface wear: The rotor and stator surfaces are prone to wear, which reduces the fineness of the processed particles over time.