kratom ultrasonic extraction equipment

Kratom ultrasonic extraction equipment information

Ultrasonic extraction technology is widely used for the extraction of plant active ingredients (including kaempferol alkaloids) due to its high efficiency, low temperature, and high yield. The Kratom Leaf Ultrasonic Extraction Equipment is an integrated device that combines ultrasonic extraction and vacuum concentration functions. It can achieve the full process operation from raw material extraction to concentration, greatly improving production efficiency and extraction rate.

Solvent selection: Select the appropriate solvent (such as ethanol, water, etc.) based on the polarity of the target component, and ensure good sealing of the equipment.
Temperature control: Although ultrasound generates heat, it is recommended to equip a cooling system to maintain a low temperature environment and improve the stability of active ingredients.

The Kratom ultrasonic extraction equipment is a specialized equipment designed to extract active ingredients from cardamom leaves, using ultrasonic assisted extraction technology (UAE), which has significant advantages over traditional extraction methods.

Main technical features
1. High extraction efficiency
The physical properties of ultrasound can promote the breaking or deformation of plant cell tissues
The extraction rate is 50-500% higher than traditional processes
More comprehensive extraction of active ingredients
2. Short extraction time
Usually, high extraction rates can be obtained in 24-40 minutes
Extraction time is reduced by more than 2/3 compared to traditional methods
The processing volume of raw materials for medicinal herbs is large
3. Low extraction temperature
The working temperature is between 40-60 ℃
It has a protective effect on components that are unstable, easily hydrolyzed, or oxidized when exposed to heat
Significant energy-saving effect
4. Strong adaptability
Unrestricted by component polarity and molecular weight size
Suitable for the extraction of the vast majority of plant species and various components

Principle of Ultrasonic Extraction
Ultrasonic extraction technology is based on the cavitation effect:
Formation of cavitation bubbles: When ultrasonic waves propagate in liquid, high-frequency vibrations are generated, forming tiny bubbles (cavitation bubbles)
Cavitation bubble collapse: Bubbles rapidly expand and collapse instantly under the action of sound pressure
Micro jet impact: generates local high temperature and pressure (about 5000K, 1000atm) and strong shock waves during collapse
Cell wall breaking: Shock waves and microjets destroy plant cell walls, promoting the release of active ingredients within the cells
Mass transfer acceleration: Ultrasonic stirring accelerates solvent permeation and solute diffusion
Principle of vacuum concentration
Lowering boiling point: The boiling point of the solvent decreases in a vacuum environment and can evaporate at low temperatures
Continuous evaporation: The extraction liquid circulates in the evaporator, and the solvent continuously evaporates
Condensation recovery: Steam is cooled and recovered by a condenser to achieve solvent recycling
Concentrated collection: The concentrated solution is collected in a storage tank to complete the concentration process

Working principle: Utilizing ultrasonic cavitation effect to generate local high temperature and high pressure, damaging plant cell walls, accelerating solvent penetration and component dissolution.

Main components:Extraction tank, tubular heater,Evaporator, condenser,Oil separator, oil collector,Liquid medicine pump, measuring tank,Liquid storage tank, filter,Vacuum pump,electric control cabinet..etc

Ultrasonic extraction process flow of Katsura leaves
【 Step 1 】 Raw material pretreatment
Cleaning and drying of cardamom leaves
Crush to appropriate particle size (usually 20-40 mesh)
• Screening to remove impurities
Step 2: Loading and solvent addition
• Load the raw materials into the extraction tank
Add extraction solvent (water/ethanol/mixed solvent)
The solid-liquid ratio is usually 1:10-1:20
Step 3: Ultrasonic Extraction
Start the ultrasonic generator (frequency 20-28kHz)
• Control temperature between 40-60 ℃
Extraction time 24-40 minutes
Intermittent or continuous ultrasound mode
Step 4: Solid Liquid Separation
Separate drug residues through filters or centrifuges
• Collect extraction solution
• Residue can be extracted twice (optional)
Step 5: Vacuum concentration
The extract enters the concentration tank
Vacuumize to -0.06 to -0.08 MPa
Low temperature evaporation solvent (40-60 ℃)
Concentrate to the target concentration
Step 6: Solvent Recovery
Steam is cooled by a condenser
• Recycling solvents for reuse
• Reduce production costs
Step 7: Collection of finished products
Concentrated liquid is collected in a storage tank
• Filtration, sterilization (if necessary)
• Packaging and storage

Main advantages:
Low temperature extraction: protects thermosensitive alkaloids (such as metronidin, Spectaciliatine) from damage.
High efficiency: The extraction time is reduced by 50% -80% compared to traditional soaking methods.

Less solvent usage: more environmentally friendly and reduces subsequent concentration costs.

Automation level: Supports parameter presetting, recording, and remote monitoring
Thermal energy recovery: using a closed system and plate heat exchanger to save energy

Key parameters:
Frequency: Commonly used is 20kHz (industrial grade) or higher frequency (laboratory grade).
Power range: from laboratory 150W-2000W to industrial production 10kW-6000W.

Material: The contact part is usually a titanium alloy probe, which is corrosion-resistant.

main application areas of ultrasonic extraction equipment
Ultrasonic extraction technology, with its high efficiency, low temperature, and broad-spectrum characteristics, has been widely used in multiple industries. The following are the core application areas and specific cases:
1. Pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical industry
Chinese herbal medicine extraction: extracting active ingredients such as flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids, polysaccharides, etc. (such as ginsenosides, artemisinin)
Plant medicine preparation: accelerates the dissolution of active ingredients and shortens extraction time by 50% -80%
Vaccines and biologics: cell lysis, protein extraction (such as 7S protein liquefaction)
Typical case: Pharmaceutical factories use ultrasound to extract polysaccharides, avoiding high temperature damage to active ingredients
2. Food industry
Natural pigment extraction: anthocyanins, chlorophyll, carotenoids, etc
Oil extraction: Wheat germ oil, olive oil, etc., increase extraction rate by about 10%
Functional components: protein, polysaccharides, dietary fiber extraction
Food processing: homogenization of dairy products, clarification of juice, processing of sauces
3. Cosmetics and daily chemical products
Plant essence extraction: petal aromatic substances, herbal nutrients
Raw materials of skin care products: preparation of active ingredients of facial mask, essence and perfume
Advantage: Maintain the natural activity and aroma of plant components
4. Chemical Industry and New Materials
Separation of natural products: spices, essence, natural preservatives
Preparation of nanomaterials: particle dispersion, emulsification treatment
Catalyst recycling: improving recycling efficiency and purity
5. Environmental Protection and Energy
Water treatment: removal of pollutants, sterilization and disinfection
Resource extraction: extraction of valuable components from shale gas and coal
Waste utilization: extracting useful substances from agricultural waste
6. Research and Laboratory
Sample pretreatment: rapid extraction of test components
Small scale research and development: process optimization, parameter screening
Teaching Demonstration: Demonstration of Ultrasonic Technology