Side Bar Oil Expeller

In an oil expeller or oil press machine, “side bars” refer to critical components that are part of the press cage or barrel. These side bars play a crucial role in the oil extraction process. Here’s an overview of side bars and their function:

Component Design:

• Side bars are typically metal bars that are positioned vertically along the sides of the press cage or barrel. They create a rectangular or cylindrical enclosure for the oil-bearing material.

Supporting Structure:

• Side bars serve as a structural element to support and maintain the shape of the press cage or barrel during operation.

Material Compression:

• As the oil expeller operates, the side bars, in conjunction with other components like pressing screws or worms and cage bars, apply pressure to the material within the pressing chamber.
• This compression action is essential for extracting oil from seeds, nuts, or other oil-bearing materials.

Passage for Oil and Solid Residue:

• Side bars typically have openings or gaps that allow the expelled oil to flow out while retaining the solid residue (cake or meal) inside the press cage.

Efficient Extraction:

• The design and configuration of side bars, including the spacing and shape of openings, are crucial for optimizing the efficiency of the oil extraction process.

Durability and Material:

• Side bars are typically made of durable materials, such as stainless steel or high-quality alloy steel, to withstand the mechanical stresses and pressures involved in oil extraction.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Regular cleaning and maintenance of the side bars, as well as the entire press cage, are necessary to ensure the efficient and hygienic operation of the oil expeller.

In summary, side bars in an oil expeller are key structural components that, together with other components, help create the pressing chamber, apply pressure to the oil-bearing material, and facilitate the efficient extraction of oil while separating it from the solid residue. Their design and quality are important factors in the overall performance and durability of the oil extraction equipment.