How does a juicer work?

The health benefits of freshly squeezed juices are undeniable, as they contain a large amount of mineral micro- and macroelements, vitamins necessary for any person. If you take juices regularly and in small quantities, they can cleanse your body, you will become more alert and active, calm your nerves and strengthen your immune system. To get all this, you can't do without a juicer.

How does a juicer work?

The main purpose of a juicer is to extract juice from fruits, vegetables and berries. The fruits are placed in a special neck either whole or cut into several parts, depending on the model of the device used. The resulting juice is poured through a special hole into a separate glass, and the pulp ends up in a container. In various devices, the cake can be removed manually or automatically.

Basic principles of operation of a juicer

Before choosing a specific model, you need to decide what products you will use: soft berries or fruits, hard fruits and vegetables, or maybe all of the above. With a huge selection of existing models, juicers are divided into two main groups:

• For citrus fruits;
• Universal.

In this case, the operating principle of the juicer may be different. There are 2 main types:

• Centrifugal (works on the principle of a centrifuge);
• Screw (fruits or vegetables are first crushed according to a principle similar to a meat grinder, and then, when compressed, juice is produced).

There are devices that operate in manual and mechanical mode, but if you plan on daily use, we still recommend giving preference to electrical devices. Let's understand the nuances of the operation of the listed devices.

1. Citrus juicer.

This is a simple device whose name speaks for itself. It is intended only for citrus fruits: oranges, lemons, tangerines. It works like this: half a fruit is placed on a cone, pressed with your hand, the engine starts and the juice flows into the container.

You can also find an electric version, so that you do not need to hold the fruit with your hands; pressure is applied using a special handle.

2. Universal juicer.

This universal device allows you to extract juice from all varieties of fruits and vegetables. For hard fruits, it is recommended to choose a device with a power of 200 to 250 W. The weaker one will not be able to handle apples and beets, the stronger one will consume more electricity.

3. Centrifugal juicer.

The operation of this device is based on centrifugal force. Inside there is a knife, which, rotating quickly, first chops the fruit. Under the influence of centrifugal force, pieces of fruit are pressed against the walls, juice is separated from the fibers and flows into a glass, and the cake into a waste container.

Important! Fruits and vegetables must first be peeled and seeded so that they do not get stuck in the filter. The main advantage of these devices is their speed.Centrifugal juicers are suitable for extracting large amounts of juice! Moreover, almost all models have 2 speeds: for hard and soft fruits.

4. Auger juicer.

Auger devices work like this: fruits are placed in a chamber, and they can be loaded whole, without first cutting them into small pieces. First, they fall onto a rotating shaft (auger), which crushes them, and then enter the squeezing unit. When passing along the screw, the fruit pieces are compressed and juice is released from them.

Further, as in centrifugal devices, it flows into a separate hole, and the cake into a special container. The main advantage of this device is the extraction of juice from any product.

For example, an auger juicer is definitely suitable for stone fruits; it includes a special fork designed for separating the seeds. Another plus is the good quality of juice extraction. There are also a couple of technical advantages - less noisy operation and economical energy consumption.

Errors when working with the device

To ensure that your juicer serves you for many years, we recommend avoiding the following mistakes:

1. Parts of the device must not be washed in hot water. At high water temperatures, they can become deformed, and magnetic sensors and seals can also be damaged.
2. Do not use a knife, fork or other utensils not included with the juicer as a pusher. They can get stuck and damage the housing, or jam the auger.
3. Do not overload the device in order to speed up operation. Pushing fruits with excessive force into a full neck can cause problems with the operation of the device. The juice will begin to flow through the gasket into the engine.
4. Avoid poor cleaning.A poorly washed or dried juicer may break. Dried residues of juice or fruit can impair the permeability of the sieve, which, in turn, can lead to breakdown of individual elements or to complete failure of the device.

We have looked at various options for juicers and the principles of their operation; all you have to do is choose which specific device will satisfy your needs and wishes.