Suitable Containers for Homogenizing 5kg of Cream

For homogenizing 5 kg of cream in a laboratory setting, using a stainless steel container is the most appropriate and professional choice.

Why Stainless Steel is Recommended

• Durability and Safety: Stainless steel (Grade 304 or 316) is resistant to corrosion and does not react with cosmetic ingredients.
• Heat Resistance: It is ideal for formulations that require heating (e.g., melting waxes or emulsifiers).
• High Shear Tolerance: Unlike plastic, stainless steel will not shed micro-particles into your product when subjected to the high-speed shear of a homogenizer.

Choosing the Right Size

For a 5 kg batch (which is approximately 5-6 liters in volume), you should use a container with a capacity of 10-12 liters. This provides enough "headspace" to prevent the mixture from splashing out due to the vortex created by the homogenizer.

Recommended Containers

• 304 Stainless Steel Tank (12 Liters): This is the ideal size for a 5 kg batch. It offers sufficient depth to submerge the homogenizer head properly while leaving room for the mixing action.
• 304 Stainless Steel Tank (20 Liters): If your formula is very thin (low viscosity) or tends to incorporate air and expand during mixing, a larger 20-liter tank is safer to prevent overflow.

What to Avoid

• Plastic Containers: High-speed mixing can cause the plastic to degrade or chip, contaminating your cream.
• Coated Metal Buckets: Coatings can peel off under high shear or heat. Always prefer pure stainless steel.

You can browse more options in the Stainless steel fittings category for various sizes of beakers and tanks.