Semi Automatic Capsule Filling Machine Working Principle
From CELINE PHARMA
Working Principle
1. Capsule separation
Steps: Place the empty capsule into the capsule tray and separate the capsule cap and body by mechanical or pneumatic means.
Purpose: Ensure that the capsule cap and body are separated for easy filling.
2. Powder filling
Steps: Place the separated capsule body into the filling template and fill the powder into the capsule body manually or semi-automatically.
Purpose: Accurately control the filling amount to ensure that the amount of medicine in each capsule is consistent.
3. Capsule locking
Steps: Close the filled capsule body and cap again and lock them by mechanical pressure.
Purpose: Ensure that the capsule is sealed to prevent powder leakage.
4. Capsule discharge
Steps: Discharge the locked capsule from the machine, usually manually or by simple mechanical devices.
Purpose: Collect the finished capsules for subsequent packaging.
5. Cleaning and maintenance
Steps: After the operation, clean the machine and perform regular maintenance to ensure normal operation.
Purpose: Extend the life of the equipment and ensure production hygiene.
Key components
- Capsule tray: used for capsule separation and arrangement.
- Filling template: used for precise filling of powder.
- Locking device: used for locking the capsule cap and body.
- Discharging device: used for collecting finished capsules.
Operation process
- Put the empty capsule into the capsule tray.
- Start the machine and separate the capsule cap and body.
- Put the capsule body into the filling template and fill it with powder.
- Close and lock the capsule cap and body again.
- Discharge the finished capsule for collection and packaging.
Summary
The semi-automatic capsule filling machine completes capsule filling through four steps of separation, filling, locking and discharging. It is simple to operate and suitable for small-scale production.