TOP 7 best milk separators: which one to choose, characteristics, reviews

Farming is gradually developing, and neither an experienced farmer nor a village resident can do without a separator. One can only come to terms with the composition of dairy products on store shelves: there are very few natural and environmentally friendly products left, and, of course, there is practically no benefit from them. Therefore, experts recommend making a choice in favor of farm products, the production of which requires a separator. We have compiled a rating of the best separator manufacturers, thanks to which it will be easier for you to navigate the variety of devices and make a choice in favor of the only one that is comfortable and meets your needs.

Sich SCM-100-18 L4275

The model is made of stainless steel, and the 12-liter bowl is made of food-grade aluminum. The separator effectively separates milk into skim milk product and cream. Its dimensions are quite large, and its weight is 6 kilograms. Using the separator, you can prepare homemade sour cream, where the model can make 0.6 liters of sour cream from 8 liters of milk. The power of the device is 60 W, which is quite a good indicator.

Pros:

1. Safe operation;
2. Easy to manage;
3. High build quality;
4. Good performance;
5. Optimal power.

How is it arranged?

All separators are arranged according to a single scheme. Their main components:

• bed;
• drive mechanism;
• drum;
• receiving-output device.

Let's look at what the device consists of and what its main parts do:

1. The frame is the base part on which all separator components are mounted.
2. The drive mechanism, located at the bottom, consists of a motor, a horizontal shaft with gears, a vertical shaft and a thrust bearing. In models with an electric motor, there is an on/off button right there. Manual separators have a removable handle in this place.
3. The drum contains a stack (package) of several perforated separating plates (from 6 to 12 pieces), placed on a glass (plate holder) and closed with a common lid. To ensure that the plates do not touch, special spikes are provided on them. The perforation of the assembled plates forms in total several (three to six) vertical channels. The upper (distribution) plate has holes for drainage of skim milk and cream. The adjustment screw is also located here. The drum is placed on a vertical spindle - the axis of rotation.
4. A milk bowl is installed on the separator lid, from where milk is supplied to the receiving and output device. It consists of a float chamber, a float, a milk supply tube, and an outlet pipe. The float chamber meters the flow.
5. Fresh, (or heated) and filtered milk flows from the bowl into the drum, which rotates at enormous speed - 10,000–12,000 rpm. Through the central tube of the drum, milk flows under the lower plate. Then it rises up through vertical channels and is distributed in the space between the plates. As the drum rotates, the heavier waste is thrown to the periphery, and the cream is concentrated around its central axis.
6. Next, the cream and skimmed milk flow into separate receivers, and then, through outlet horns, they are poured into a substitute container.

Salute ESB04

The separator is equipped with a 12 liter bowl made of food grade aluminum and also has a power of 80 W. Here you will have access to speed control, which you configure manually. The advanced motor is equipped with built-in overload protection. The model produces 80 liters of product in 1 hour. When you turn on the separator, the device will sound a sound signal that it is ready for operation.

Pros:

1. Can work in continuous operation for a long time;
2. Product durability;
3. High productivity - 80 liters;
4. High power - 80 W.

Minuses:

1. The light body is very easily soiled.

Neptune tell 061261.002

The separator has a high build quality, which allows the device to be used for at least 8 years. The model is equipped with a fat content and speed regulator. The advanced motor runs smoothly and produces little noise. It also has built-in overload and surge protection. The model's productivity is 50 liters per hour, and its power is 60 W.

Pros:

1. Long-term operation;
2. Small sizes;
3. Good performance;
4. Optimal power;
5. Overload and voltage drop protection.

Minuses:

1. Problems finding spare parts.

Motor Sich SCM-100-19

The separator body is made of durable polypropylene, which is durable and wear-resistant. Power is 60 W, and productivity per hour is 100 liters of product. Here you can adjust the fat content of the resulting cream and sour cream. The bowl is made of polycarbonate and has a volume of 12 liters. All parts of the model are of high quality and wear resistance. The color of the separator does not change over the years, so you can easily clean it with a sponge and soap or detergent.

Pros:

1. High build quality;
2. There is a choice of colors;
3. High productivity -100 liters;
4. Impact resistant body and bowl.

TOP 7 best milk separators

Manufacturers took care of creating two types of separators:

• manual;
• electric.

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

• HYDRAULIC UNIT SCM-80 No. 18;
• ROTOR;
• BEREZKA HYDRAULIC UNIT;
• MOTOR SICH-100-18;
• OM-3;
• NEPTUNE;
• FARMER ES-2.

Each device has characteristic features and characteristics, operating principles and uniqueness in management. We will look at each in more detail, outline the advantages and disadvantages and note reviews from customers and users. Happy reading!

HYDRAULIC UNIT SCM-80 No. 18

A wonderful device in the category, many note its effective milk processing. Elements and parts are made of 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.

pros

• durable material;
• cleaner;
• per hour, the output is 80 liters;
• capacity – 10 l.

Minuses

• The weight of the device is about 6 kg.

He inherited the hydraulic unit from his father; he was actively engaged in farming and prepared many products on his own. I use it in making homemade cottage cheese. I save enough time and effort and don’t waste energy. There are no complaints about the device; it does the job efficiently and quickly. It handles multiple passes without interruptions and does not overheat.

milk separator HYDROUNIT SCM-80 No. 18

ROTOR

The high performance of the model makes it stand out from other devices. Therefore, it is widely used both at home and in large industrial settings. Easily processes 50 liters per hour. An additional bonus is that the product is cleaned of dirt, bacteria and microorganisms, and debris. There is a sensor located on the front of the body. Thanks to it, the user independently regulates operating modes.

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

Price: from 1490 to 2300 rubles.

pros

• the warranty is one year;
• the bowl is made of food-grade plastic;
• sold in two colors - red and yellow;
• light weight of the device – 2.8 kg.

Minuses

• frequent breakdowns.

We recently bought the device, we have a small farm and want to take production to a qualitatively new level. The choice did not take long; average performance and reliability were important. Despite the low cost, the device has high performance and has never let us down. There were falls several times, but the body survived.

milk separator ROTOR

HYDRAULIC UNIT BEREZKA

During separation, the device performs additional filtering of the product and its disinfection. Moreover, several times. The work bowls are made of high-quality and safe food-grade plastic. It is resistant to long-term loads, does not heat up and is odorless. The power consumption is 200 W, the device processes approximately 60 liters of product per hour and does this almost continuously. Saving your time and positive results are the key components.

Number of plates	10
Bowl, in mm	310
Separator height, mm	650

Price: from 1499 to 2899 rubles.

pros

• ease of use;
• processing 60 liters of product per hour;
• rubber feet do not slip during operation, the device is stable;
• working containers are made of heat-resistant safe plastic.

Minuses

• not found.

The budget option was bought as a gift for parents. We have been using it ourselves for almost a year, and in all this time there has not been a single breakdown or malfunction. The bowl is durable, can withstand high loads, does not crack or leak. A big plus is that you independently regulate the fat content of the product and additionally filter it if necessary.

milk separator HYDRO UNIT BEREZKA

MOTOR SICH-100-18

A universal separator that works well in different conditions. Doesn’t depend on the volume of work presented, doesn’t show overheating, stays tightly on its legs, doesn’t shake or fall. Users note high performance and comfortable operation of the device. It makes almost no noise, is easy to operate and does not take up much space. It has a bright red-orange color.

Bowl diameter, mm	300
Number of plates	12
Height, mm	520

Price: from 4400 to 6000 rubles.

pros

• quiet operation;
• productivity is about 100 liters per hour;
• the bowl is made of durable aluminum alloy;
• simple controls, no skills required.

Minuses

• Spare parts are not easy to find.

A model that combines compactness and high performance. It is an indispensable assistant in work every day. Using this device, I prepare homemade butter, cottage cheese, whey and I am 100% confident in their high quality. I gave up store-bought dairy products - they are inferior in taste and beneficial properties.

milk separator MOTOR SICH-100-18

OM-3

The body is made of durable impact-resistant material and has an additional system for manually controlling drum rotation. Also, additional functionality consists in adjusting the fat content of cream and purifying raw materials from impurities. The drum is made according to a special design; it is not affected by changes in network voltage. It is considered a compact and profitable device.

Height, mm	500
Plates, quantity	5
Bowl, diameter in mm	280

Price: from 1999 to 3250 rubles.

pros

• fat control;
• product disinfection;
• compactness and ease of use;
• case strength, protection from falls and shocks.

Minuses

• not detected.

I purchased it because of the small size of the bowl but the impressive volume of processing of the original product. The main goal was to process a lot of milk but in a short period of time. The device copes with the tasks perfectly, there have never been any problems, and it tolerates temperature changes calmly.

milk separator OM-3

NEPTUNE

A small, interesting-shaped device. They mainly purchase it to use directly at home. The device easily separates milk from cream and cleans the finished product from bacteria, dirt, and pathogens. The user just needs to press the function button for adjusting the fat content of the resulting product.

Bowl diameter, mm	290
Device height, mm	335
Dishes	8

Price: from 2050 to 2670 rubles.

pros

• classic design, simple shapes;
• silent operation;
• high level of productivity - 90 liters of product are processed per hour;
• The housing is lightweight, easy to operate and clean.

Minuses

• not found.

A simple and effective device. Copes 100% with the assigned tasks and takes up little space. The productivity is satisfactory; sometimes we process much less milk at home. The case is durable, protected from falls and overheating. When making cottage cheese, it demonstrates high-quality and high results. The product turns out tastier than what we used to buy in supermarkets.

milk separator NEPTUNE

FARMER ES-2

First of all, the device stands out for its unusual and bright design. It combines the necessary functions for processing and disinfecting milk and looks great compared to other separators. The case is made of durable and high-quality plastic, odorless and withstands high loads. After a fall, the body will remain unharmed.

Number of plates	12
Height, mm	335
Diameter, mm	290

Price: from 3450 to 5600 rubles.

pros

• quality materials;
• durable body;
• anti-splash mechanism;
• adjusting engine speed.

Minuses

• not sold everywhere.

Finding the device turned out to be difficult, but we managed to cope with the task. I use the separator to make homemade butter and cottage cheese; it saves me time, but I know that my family and I use environmentally friendly and safe products. I have not encountered any problems during operation; the separator operates stably, without overheating or malfunctions.

milk separator FERMER ES-2

Hydraulic unit SCM-80 No. 18

The model is capable of not only separating, but also purifying milk from any contaminants. The bowl volume is 10 liters and in 1 hour the model is capable of processing 100 liters of milk. The separator body is made of durable plastic, and the internal parts are made of special aluminum with increased strength. Small size and weight allow you to conveniently place the device in the place you need.

Pros:

1. High build quality;
2. Durable housing;
3. Capacity 80 liters.
4. Affordable price;
5. Long time of continuous operation.

Minuses:

1. Noisy.

Mechanical separators with manual drive

Mechanical household separators with manual drive operate through the use of human physical force. The rotation of the bowl is carried out using a handle (as in a traditional meat grinder). These devices are universal because they work without electricity and can be used in an apartment, private house or country house. In addition, manual separators fail much less often than their electric counterparts and are cheaper.
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RZ-OPS-M Penzmash

RUB 3,377
A multifunctional household unit with a manual drive, which is useful in any household. It can be used to extract cream from dairy raw materials or to whip butter quickly and easily. In the process of separating cream from milk, it is cleaned from possible contaminants that were not removed during filtering. The separator is excellent not only for obtaining dairy products, but also for their further processing. At home, using RZ-OPS-M you can make sour cream, mayonnaise or cocktails, and even knead dough.

9.9 /10

rating

Advantages

• compactness
• affordable price
• light weight
• multifunctionality
• bowl volume 5.5 l
• no electricity required
• high productivity (50 l/h)

Flaws

• easily soiled body
• problematic assembly/disassembly
• service life 3 years

RZ-OPS-M Penzmash

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Craftswoman R3-OPS

3,200 rub.
An excellent mechanical separator from a Russian manufacturer. With its help, you can easily separate raw milk into skimmed milk and cream. The model is designed for domestic use and is suitable for a small farm. The base of the separator is made of aluminum, and the milk receiver bowl is made of durable food-grade plastic.

9.8 /10

rating

Advantages

• thoughtful design of the separator
• cleaning products from possible contaminants during the separation process
• bowl volume 5.5 l, which is optimal for household use
• adjusting the thickness and fat content of cream
• no electricity required
• aluminium case
• milk receiver made of durable food-grade plastic
• productivity - 50 l/h

Flaws

• not found

Craftswoman R3-OPS

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Salute RZ-OPS

RUB 2,831

In addition to butter in the separator, you can make cocktails, mayonnaise or batter from sour cream or ripened cream.

Salute RZ-OPS-M combines two devices - a separator and an oil churn. In the process of separating milk into skim milk and cream, the raw materials are simultaneously purified from impurities not separated during filtering.

9.7 /10

rating

Advantages

• multifunctionality
• light weight
• no electricity required
• compactness
• adjustment of fat content and thickness
• simultaneous cleaning of raw materials

Flaws

• not very clear instructions (for a beginner)
• Adjustment of fat content and thickness must be done very carefully

Salute RZ-OPS

OM-3

The separator is suitable for separating cow and goat milk, which attracts many consumers. Here you can adjust the fat content of the cream and the speed of the device. At the exit from the separator, all products undergo a purification process. Despite the small dimensions and light weight of the model, it can process 80 liters of milk in an hour.

Pros:

1. Protected from voltage surges;
2. Also suitable for separating goat milk;
3. Small dimensions;
4. Affordable price;
5. Creates virtually no noise.

Farmer ES-02

The body of the model is made of food-grade plastic, and the drum and internal parts are made of steel alloy, which is characterized by increased impact resistance. The separator is equipped with a special mechanism that prevents milk from splashing. You can also adjust the fat content of foods and the speed of the device. The model is suitable for purifying goat and cow milk.

Pros:

1. There is a motor adjustment function;
2. Suitable for separating goat milk;
3. High build quality;
4. Impact-resistant internal parts and steel alloy drum;
5. Power - 80 W;
6. Productivity - 80 liters per hour.

Work principles

Separation is the process of dividing products into fractions. The operation of any separator is based on the principle of centrifugal force: whey collects towards the edges, and light fat is concentrated in the center. The product separates more easily if the speed is higher and the viscosity is lower. If the raw materials used are heated to a certain temperature, the viscosity will decrease. The operating principle of each separator is as follows:

1. The loading bowl is filled with milk.
2. The raw material enters a rotating drum.
3. The milk is divided into two fractions.
4. The separation products move upward in the drum.
5. The separation products through the channel are discharged into containers designated for each type.
6. The cream gets more fat the smaller the layer of space in the center.
7. The optimal ratio between cream and its fat content is determined depending on the rotation of the screw. The fattier the cream, the smaller its volume.

Even natural dairy raw materials have a percentage of contamination in the form of sediment. They collect on the inner bottom surfaces of plates, lids and holders. To ensure an effective separation process, it is necessary to regularly wash the drum parts and remove deposits.

Rotor - separator

The model is suitable for cow and goat milk, and it is also equipped with a system for cleaning dairy products from debris and dirt. There is a button for adjusting the fat content of cream or sour cream. The bowl is made of high-quality food-grade plastic and has a volume of 5.5 liters, and the productivity is 55 liters per hour. The power of the model is 100 W.

Pros:

1. Can work in continuous operation for a long time;
2. High build quality;
3. Small size and light weight;
4. Convenient operation and maintenance;
5. Suitable for separating goat milk;
6. There is a cleaning mode.

Criterias of choice

What should you pay attention to when choosing a separator? Let's list the main characteristics.

• Material. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages. Parts are made of metal (aluminum or stainless steel), plastic.

Plastic parts are light in weight, but are difficult to clean, easily scratched, and deformed. Metal ones are stronger, clean better, but are heavier in weight. Aluminum options can speed up fermentation processes in products that are afraid of aggressive cleaning agents. Therefore, the most practical ones are stainless steel parts.

• Control. Based on the type of control, separators are divided into electric and manual. Electric models are more powerful and convenient. With their help, you can process more product in the same time, without getting your hands tired, and you can do other things at the same time. The obvious disadvantage is that it requires electricity to operate. Therefore, if there are power outages in the area where you live, then you need to either stock up on an electric generator or take a manual model. Experienced farmers advise taking both options for large farms.
• Bowl capacity. Depends on the amount of milk processed. For comfortable work, the bowl should be at least half full, but it should not overflow. The optimal volume is 5-10 liters for home use.
• Unit dimensions. Smaller models take up less space but process less product per minute.
• Number of revolutions per minute. It happens from 8 to 14 thousand per minute. For cow raw materials it does not matter. If you want to work with goat milk, take a higher speed unit.
• Performance. Household separators are not designed for large volumes, and produce from 50 to 100 liters per hour. The indicator is given by the manufacturer without taking into account breaks to rest the engine, wash plates and drums. On average, modern separators can operate continuously for half an hour; the plates need to be washed every few tens of liters. Therefore, when choosing a device, you need to take into account not only your needs and plans, but also the real capabilities of the technology.