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SME Mixing Screw Element for Twin Screw Extruders

Efficient distributive mixing through controlled melt backflow


  • Enhanced distributive mixing

  • Controlled melt backflow mechanism

  • Excellent self-cleaning performance

  • Stable operation in melt stage

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Overview

SME mixing screw elements are developed by introducing shallow reverse grooves on the flights of conventional forward conveying elements.


During operation, these grooves generate controlled melt backflow, promoting repeated material exchange between screw channels and significantly improving distributive mixing performance.


They are typically used in the melt stage, often in combination with restrictive elements to further enhance mixing efficiency.

Key Features

Controlled Backflow Mixing Mechanism

Enhances material redistribution without excessive shear.

Excellent Distributive Mixing

Improves homogenization of additives and melt composition.   

Good Self-Cleaning Performance

Reduces material stagnation and degradation.

Stable Conveying Behavior

Maintains forward transport while mixing.

Design & Technical Insights

Shallow reverse grooves generate localized backflow
Continuous split–recombine melt flow
Requires paired reverse elements for optimal effect
Engineering principle

Backflow-driven distributive mixing without high shear input

Technical Details

DiameterØ18–Ø400
Do/Di Ratio1.55~1.8
Length0.5~2.5D
PitchCustomized
MaterialN00/D2/D11/W6/H9/H10/H26/Hastelloy/Stainless
Surface HardnessHRC 58–64


Max. Operating Temp≤450°C
Wear ResistanceStandard/High/Ultra-high
Corrosion ResistanceStandard/High/Ultra-high
Application

Masterbatch/Compounding/Recycling

/Film/Feed/Food/Pharmacy

Suitable forTwin Screw Extruder



Applications

Melt stage mixing
Masterbatch production
Polymer modification
General compounding processes

Customization Options

Groove depth optimization
Groove distribution design
Integration with screw configuration

Q&A

Q1: Why combine SME with reverse elements?

A: To increase backflow intensity and improve mixing efficiency.

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