Model 180 Commercial Feed Pellet Machine

Capacity: 150-200 kg/hour, engineered for large-scale and mass commercial feed processing.
Power Configurations: Available in 5kW electric (220V/380V) or 12-18HP diesel engine for off-grid operations.
Material Compatibility: Directly processes dry/wet conventional materials and ultra-high crude fiber biomass (up to 90%).
Core Technology: Dual-motor direct-drive transmission with smart constant temperature (70-90℃) for precise ripening.
Application: Ideal for intensive livestock farming, aquaculture, and agricultural waste recycling.
  • Detailed Description

The Model 180 Feed Pellet Machine is a heavy-duty commercial pelletizing unit engineered for high capacity, maximum durability, automated operation, and broad adaptability. Tailored for large-scale farms, feed processing plants, agricultural cooperatives, and commercial processing facilities, it achieves a threefold upgrade in capacity, power, and automation over the Model 160. It breaks through the capacity limits and maintenance bottlenecks of mid-to-large equipment, balancing commercial processing efficiency with large-scale self-use demands. This machine efficiently processes conventional ingredients, high-crude-fiber materials, and diverse alternative raw materials, addressing industry challenges like insufficient large-scale capacity, core component wear, and low automation. Optimized for precise independent website indexing to boost exposure and conversion, it is the premier choice for large commercial processing and scaled farming.

Core Product Highlights

As a benchmark model for large-scale commercial feed processing, the Model 180 eliminates the performance limitations of previous models. Its upgraded core technology focuses on high capacity, durability, full automation, and broad adaptability—offering completely differentiated value from the Model 160 to meet independent site search intents.

  • Universal Raw Material Compatibility: Breaks traditional material limits by supporting dual-directional processing of wet and dry materials. Dry materials require no added water; wet materials need no extra dehydration. Directly processes conventional materials (corn, soybean meal, stalk, bran, rice husk, grass, hay) and efficiently handles ultra-high crude fiber materials (up to 90% fiber content) like sawdust, cotton stalks, weeds, and vines. Also suitable for low-temperature pelleting of bio-bacterial fertilizer, organic fertilizer, and biomass pellets. Drastically reduces pre-processing costs. SEO Keywords: Universal feed pellet machine, ultra-high crude fiber pelletizer, biomass pellet machine.
  • Four Power Configurations: Upgraded power support for 220V single-phase and 380V three-phase electricity, with new high-power diesel and dual-diesel options for stable off-grid operation. Equipped with custom pure copper wire heavy-duty motors (11-18.5kW) for stronger, stable output. Motor durability is improved by 40% compared to the Model 160, supporting 24-hour continuous operation. SEO Keywords: Dual-diesel pellet machine, 380V high-power feed machine, heavy-duty field pellet machine.
  • Adjustable Pellet Specifications: Equipped with custom thickened grinding discs with apertures from 2.5mm to 15mm (4mm default). Freely interchangeable based on animal species and commercial orders: 2.5-3mm for young poultry, 3-6mm for regular poultry (chicken, duck, goose, rabbit), and 7-15mm for large livestock (pig, cattle, sheep) and specialty breeding. Achieves a ≥98% molding rate with customizable hardness and length. SEO Keywords: Large aperture pellet feed machine, commercial custom pellet machine, special breeding feed machine.
  • Upgraded Direct-Drive Transmission: Features a dual-motor direct-drive design, eliminating the oil leakage, high noise, and high wear of traditional belt/gear drives. Transmission efficiency exceeds 96%, reducing energy consumption by 15% compared to the Model 160. Built with thickened premium steel; core components (rollers, flat die) use alloy steel treated with vacuum quenching. Upgraded to 4 rollers, extending lifespan by 3-4 times. SEO Keywords: Direct-drive feed machine, highly durable pellet machine, large-scale feed processing equipment.
  • Smart Constant Temperature Ripening: Features an intelligent temperature control system (adjustable 70-90℃) to effectively eliminate pathogenic microorganisms and parasites. Precise temperature control ensures full starch gelatinization and protein coagulation, neutralizing anti-nutritional factors and boosting digestion rates by over 30% while retaining vitamins and proteins. Pellets feature smooth surfaces, ideal hardness, high palatability, and low moisture (≤10%) for long-term storage and transport. Water stability is high, reducing feed waste to ≤2%. SEO Keywords: Smart constant temperature pellet machine, high-nutrition retention pelletizer, water-resistant storage feed pellet.
  • Fully Automated Operation: Compact heavy-duty design with heavy-duty universal wheels and fixed support feet for flexible mobility. Features an all-smart touch control panel for one-button start, automated feeding, temperature control, and alarms. Equipped with triple protection (overload, material shortage, over-temperature). Quick-release thickened die design allows replacement in under 20 minutes. Includes an automatic cleaning device, enabling single-person maintenance with no technical training required. SEO Keywords: Fully automated feed pellet machine, easy-maintenance large pelletizer, self-cleaning pellet machine.

Detailed Technical Parameters

The Model 180 parameters are classified into Standard Commercial, Enhanced Commercial, Diesel-Powered, and Dual-Diesel configurations to fit diverse large-scale scenarios:

Parameter

Standard Commercial Model

Diesel-Powered Model

Model

Model 180 (Flat Die, Vertical)

Model 180 (Flat Die, Vertical)

Motor / Power

5kW

12-18HP Diesel Engine

Production Capacity

150-200 kg/hour

150-200 kg/hour

Pellet Diameter

2.5-15mm (Adjustable via die, 4mm default)

2.5-15mm (Adjustable via die, 4mm default)

Voltage

220V Single-phase / 380V Three-phase

Diesel powered (No grid required)

Dimensions

Approx. 1000*350*850mm

Approx. 1200*500*850mm

Weight

95-145kg

185-250kg

Transmission

Rear axle transmission

Direct-drive diesel transmission

Roller Quantity

4

4

Applicable Materials

Corn, stalk, bran, rice husk, grass, hay, soybean meal; crude fiber (≤90%); organic/bio-bacterial fertilizer, biomass

Corn, stalk, bran, rice husk, grass, hay, soybean meal; crude fiber (≤90%); organic/bio-bacterial fertilizer, biomass

Applicable Scenarios

Large farms, feed processing plants, cooperatives

Remote large farms, field bases, off-grid commercial sites

 

Applicable Scenarios & Scope

Leveraging high capacity, adaptability, automation, and easy maintenance, the Model 180 serves various large-scale farming and commercial processing applications. SEO Keywords: Model 180 pellet machine applications, large commercial feed machine applications, scaled farming feed equipment.

  • Large-Scale Livestock & Poultry Farming: Ideal for intensive feed processing for chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, cattle, sheep, rabbits, and pigeons. Customizes pellet specifications based on growth stages to shorten fattening periods and boost farming efficiency. Reduces feed waste by 20-25% compared to powder feed. SEO Keywords: Large livestock pellet machine, intensive feed processor, farming base pelletizer.
  • Large-Scale Aquaculture: Processes feed for shrimp, crabs, bass, carp, and soft-shelled turtles. Ensures uniform, high-hardness pellets that resist dissolving in water, reducing water pollution and improving feed utilization. SEO Keywords: Large aquaculture feed machine, water-resistant feed pellets, aquaculture base pellet equipment.
  • Mass Commercial Processing: Perfect for large feed mills, cooperatives, and commercial nodes to handle bulk orders. Requires only 2-3 operators for scaled production. Utilizes local cheap materials (e.g., crop stalks) to expand profit margins. SEO Keywords: Mass feed processing equipment, commercial feed machine, scaled feed processing unit.
  • Diverse Expansion Uses: Capable of low-temperature pelleting for bio-bacterial fertilizer, organic fertilizer, and wood/biomass pellets. Transforms agricultural waste into premium feed or fertilizer for circular economy benefits. SEO Keywords: Large organic fertilizer pelletizer, biomass pellet processing equipment, agricultural waste scaled processor.
  • Specialty Breeding Adaptation: Supports customized pellet hardness and nutritional ratios for specialty animals like foxes, raccoon dogs, and bamboo rats, filling the market gap for large-scale specialty feed equipment. SEO Keywords: Specialty breeding feed pellet machine, custom specialty feed machine, large specialty breeding equipment.

Working Principle

Features an upgraded vertical flat-die direct extrusion design, integrating smart constant temperature and efficient direct-drive transmission. SEO Keywords: Model 180 pellet machine working principle, vertical flat-die direct pelletizer, smart constant temperature pelleting.

  1. Feeding Stage: Pre-processed raw materials (dry moisture ≤14%, wet ≤30%) are fed into the enlarged hopper and evenly distributed across the flat die via the smart feeder. (Note: Use oil-mixed feed for initial gap adjustment between 1.2-2.0mm).
  2. Extrusion & Pelleting Stage: The direct-drive transmission rotates the flat die and rollers at high speed, extruding materials into the die holes under high pressure. The smart constant temperature system (70-90℃) ensures proper material ripening, neutralizing harmful microbes while preserving nutrients.
  3. Cutting & Discharging Stage: An adjustable stainless-steel cutter slices the continuous cylindrical feed into uniform lengths (adjustable 5-20mm) with 98% uniformity. Pellets exhibit low moisture, ready for cooling and bulk storage.
  4. Safety Guarantees: Equipped with five-fold protection (fully enclosed safety guard, emergency stop, overload, material shortage, over-temperature). Low vibration, low noise (≤65dB), and zero oil leakage ensure a safe 24-hour operation environment.

Product Advantages & Value

Compared to the Model 160, the Model 180 delivers "higher capacity for efficiency, smart tech for lower workload, extreme durability for cost savings, and wide adaptability for scenario expansion." SEO Keywords: Model 180 feed pellet machine advantages, commercial feed machine value, high-capacity pelletizer benefits.

  • Drastically Improved Efficiency: Boosts capacity by over 60% compared to the Model 160, easily handling bulk orders and supporting 24-hour continuous operation. SEO Keywords: High-capacity feed pellet machine, mass processing equipment, efficient pelletizer.
  • Significant Feed Cost Reduction: Utilizes cheap agricultural waste (e.g., stalks). One ton of stalk feed provides the nutritional equivalent of 270kg of grain feed, reducing costs by 40%-60% compared to finished feed. SEO Keywords: Low-cost large pellet machine, stalk feed scaled equipment, feed cost-saving device.
  • Guaranteed Feed Freshness & Safety: On-demand production prevents storage mold. Smart constant temperature ripening sanitizes feed without nutrient loss. SEO Keywords: Fresh feed pelletizer, safe feed processing equipment, high-nutrition retention machine.
  • Fully Automated Operation: Reduces labor needs. 2-3 operators can manage feeding, pelleting, discharging, and cleaning. Quick-release dies and automated cleaning lower maintenance costs. SEO Keywords: Fully automated feed machine, labor-saving pellet machine, easy-maintenance large equipment.
  • Enhanced Profitability & Competitiveness: Excellent palatability increases animal intake and weight gain. Commercial-grade capacity and customization capabilities help scale business and profitability. SEO Keywords: Efficient farming feed machine, commercial profit pellet machine, custom feed pelletizer.
  • High ROI & Full-Scenario Adaptability: Durable core components last 8-10 years without major overhaul. Fits diverse off-grid and on-grid requirements. SEO Keywords: High ROI large pellet machine, full-scenario feed pelletizer, large commercial feed equipment.

Daily Maintenance & Precautions

Proper maintenance extends equipment lifespan and ensures stable operation. SEO Keywords: Model 180 pellet machine maintenance, large feed pelletizer precautions, commercial pellet machine maintenance tips.

  • Pre-Use Inspection: Check power/diesel systems, transmission parts, and add appropriate lubricating oil. Verify roller/die gaps and smart control systems.
  • Feeding Precautions: Prevent stones or metals from entering the hopper. Maintain material moisture (dry ≤14%, wet ≤30%). Pre-crushing is recommended for high-fiber or large-grain materials to ensure uniform pellets.
  • Operation Monitoring: If abnormal noise, jamming, or alarms occur, immediately power off (or shut down the diesel engine). Never operate with safety guards open. For 24-hour operation, check temperature and lubrication every 8 hours.
  • Post-Use Cleaning: Run the automatic cleaning device and wipe the machine to prevent mold and corrosion. Before shutdown, process oil-mixed feed to protect the die holes from clogging.
  • Regular Component Checks: Inspect and replace worn rollers and flat dies promptly. Regularly check and lubricate motors and transmission systems. For diesel models, monitor fuel and engine oil levels.
  • Wiring & Placement: Use 10mm² copper cables for 1-10m distances, and 16mm² for 10-20m. Ensure the machine is placed on a stable surface with adequate ventilation.
  • Startup & Storage: Start with a light load until optimal temperature is reached. For long-term storage, clean internally, apply anti-rust oil, store in a dry place, and drain fuel from diesel models.

Product Commitment

We specialize in the R&D and manufacturing of heavy-duty feed machinery. Every Model 180 Feed Pellet Machine undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure stable, long-lasting performance, meeting national agricultural machinery standards. We provide comprehensive after-sales support, including installation guidance, automation training, troubleshooting, and on-site maintenance. We also support single-unit customization—adjusting configurations, die apertures, power types, and pellet specifications to match your exact farming or commercial needs.

The Model 180 Feed Pellet Machine uses high capacity to meet scalable demands, smart technology to reduce maintenance, extreme durability to save long-term costs, and broad adaptability to expand profitable scenarios. It is the core choice for modern commercial feed processing and efficient scaled farming.

Professional flat die feed pellet machine manufacturer with 30+ years of experience. CE certified, factory direct, OEM/ODM available. Serving farms, feed mills, and agricultural businesses in 50+ countries.

Phone: +86 18569919276
E- mail: igotomyworld@zongtumach.com
Address: Haikou, Hainan Province, China

© 2026 Zongtu Machinery. All rights reserved. | zongtumach.com

online service

Hello, I am the online customer service

X