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Single Screw Extruder Machines

China Manufacturers of Single Screw Extruder Machines

ExtruderX’s single-screw extruders are core equipment in the plastic processing field, widely used in general plasticizing processing across industries such as packaging, construction, pipe manufacturing, daily necessities, and wire & cable. They can be applied to various process scenarios including extrusion molding, granulation, and material conveying. If you are looking for a professional single-screw extruder manufacturer that offers cost-effective, stable and reliable solutions and is adaptable to the general needs of multiple industries, ExtruderX will be your ideal choice.

Twin-screw extruder

95%+

Material Compatibility

30%

Cost Saving

25%

Higher Production Capacity

>99%

Uptime Rate

ExtruderX Solve Your Production Challenges

Equipment maintenance is complex.

Single Screw Extruders feature simplified structure for easy maintenance. Troubleshooting & part replacement take <5% of operational time, reducing downtime risks and suiting SMEs’ maintenance capabilities.

Ineconomical for Small-Batch Production

Single Screw Extruders have lower CAPEX & OPEX, ideal for small-batch, multi-variety production. Compared to twin-screw models, they offer more flexible MOQ and significant marginal cost advantages.

Limited Scope of Material Adaptability

Single Screw Extruders are highly compatible with over 95% of general plastics (PE, PP, PVC, etc.). One machine covers multiple processing needs, reducing equipment investment costs.

Fluctuating Production Efficiency

Single Screw Extruders are easy to operate and debug, ensuring stable production efficiency. For general plasticizing, they achieve a 25% capacity increase, making delivery schedules more reliable.

ExtruderX Single Screw Extruder Manufacturing Facility

ExtruderX is a leading Chinese manufacturer of Single Screw Extruders, specializing in the R&D and mass production of practical equipment for general-purpose plastics processing. Backed by standardized production lines and meticulous quality control, we engineer easy-to-operate, highly adaptable Single Screw Extruders.

Factory drawing of ExtruderX twin-screw extruder
Factory drawing of ExtruderX twin-screw extruder
Factory drawing of ExtruderX twin-screw extruder

Single Screw Extruder Price

Single Screw Extruders for Sale

ExtruderX Single Screw Extruders focus on cost-effectiveness and universal adaptability, meeting the process requirements of regular plastics processing with simple and reliable designs.

Filler Masterbatch Compounding Extruder

$8,000 to $80,000

Plastic Pipe Single Screw Extruder

Specifically designed for the extrusion of pipes (e.g., PE water pipes, PVC drainage pipes), it delivers uniform plasticization and stable extrusion. It ensures consistent wall thickness of pipes, and is ideal for large-scale production in industries like construction water supply/drainage, gas transmission, and electrical threading.

  • Screw Diameter: 30–65 mm
  • Screw Length-Diameter Ratio: 20:1–30:1
  • Motor Power: 15–90 kW
  • Output Capacity: 50–500 kg/h
  • Screw Speed: Up to 150 rpm
  • Heating Zones: 3–5 (Temp Accuracy: ±2°C)
Plastic Compounding Machine

$7,000 to $75,000

Packaging Film Single Screw Extruder

Optimized for the production of packaging films (e.g., food packaging films, agricultural mulch films), it features stable plasticization and precise thickness control. It meets the requirements of scenarios like food packaging, agricultural covering, and industrial wrapping, and is widely used in the packaging and agricultural sectors.

  • Screw Diameter: 25–60 mm
  • Screw Length-Diameter Ratio: 25:1–35:1
  • Motor Power: 12–80 kW
  • Output Capacity: 30–400 kg/h
  • Screw Speed: Up to 180 rpm
  • Film Thickness Range: 0.01–0.2 mm
Underwater Pelletizing System

$6,000 to $70,000

Single Screw General Plastic Granulation Extruder

materials), it delivers uniform material mixing and stable pelletizing, ensuring consistent processing even with slightly impure recycled feedstock. It yields high-quality plastic granules with consistent size, smooth surfaces and reliable performance, making it ideal for raw material preparation in sectors like packaging, daily necessities, and plastic pipe production.

  • Screw Diameter: 35–70 mm
  • Screw Length-Diameter Ratio: 20:1–28:1
  • Motor Power: 20–100 kW
  • Output Capacity: 80–600 kg/h
  • Screw Speed: Up to 120 rpm
  • Pellet Diameter: 2–4 mm (Optional)

What type of Single Screw Extruder do you require?

In addition to the three Single Screw Extruder models listed above, we also offer a variety of other Single Screw Extruder configurations for you to choose from. If you’d like to learn more details, feel free to contact us for further information.

Single Screw Extruder Technical Specifications

ModelScrew Diameter (mm)Max Speed (rpm)Motor Power (kW)Screw L/D RatioOutput Capacity (kg/h)
EX2525120420:1-25:15-12
EX65651003225:1-30:185-110
EX1001009012025:1-30:1450-550
EX1501508518030:1-35:1750-950
EX2002008032030:1-35:11100-1400
EX2402407545030:1-35:11800-2000

Industrial Applications of Single Screw Extruders

ExtruderX’s Single Screw Extruders focus on general-purpose plastics processing scenarios, adapting to regular production needs in industries like packaging and daily necessities—they are practical equipment for processing from small batches to large-scale production.

Filler Masterbatch

Filler Masterbatch

Our Single Screw Extruder is well-suited for filler masterbatch production. With reliable mixing performance, it enables uniform compounding of general-purpose fillers and polymer bases, ideal for standard processing scenarios.

Color Masterbatch

Color Masterbatch

For color masterbatch production, our Single Screw Extruder can evenly blend standard-concentration pigments into the resin carrier, ensuring good tinting strength and consistent color performance for regular applications.

Additive Masterbatch

Additive Masterbatch

In the preparation of additive masterbatches, our Single Screw Extruder can effectively integrate common functional additives (e.g., basic antioxidants) with the carrier resin, meeting basic processing requirements.

Engineering Plastics

Engineering Plastics

Our Single Screw Extruder caters to the basic processing needs of standard engineering plastics (e.g., general-grade PA). With stable plasticizing performance, it ensures basic mechanical properties and processing consistency of finished products.

Filler Masterbatch

Biodegradable Plastic

Our Single Screw Extruder is suitable for processing common degradable resins (e.g., PLA, PBAT). It can stably compound these resins and evenly incorporate basic biodegradable additive masterbatches, supporting the production of standard degradable plastic products with consistent performance.

Color Masterbatch

Thermoplastic Elastomers

For processing common thermoplastic elastomers (e.g., basic TPR, TPU), our Single Screw Extruder delivers stable plasticizing performance. It enables basic uniform integration of elastomer components, meeting the needs of standard application scenarios.

Additive Masterbatch

Cable Compounding

For standard cable compounding (e.g., wiring systems for civil buildings), our Single Screw Extruder can stably process basic cable materials. It ensures consistent plasticizing of the compound, supporting the production of standard cables with reliable basic quality.

Engineering Plastics

Engineering Plastics

Our Single Screw Extruder caters to the processing of standard engineering plastics (e.g., general-purpose PVC). It can stably compound PVC resin with basic additives (e.g., common plasticizers), meeting the requirements of standard application scenarios.

Extruder factory

Why Choose ExtruderX Solutions

  • Source factory direct procurement eliminates middlemen, allowing you to avoid unnecessary markup costs — this cuts your procurement expenses by 15%-25%.
  • With 20 years of deep expertise in the extruder industry, we’ve established a standardized manufacturing workflow covering material selection, assembly, and quality inspection. Rigorous quality checks ensure the long-term stable operation of our equipment.
  • To boost production efficiency and equipment performance, our Single Screw Extruders integrate precision screw modeling, modular design, and precise temperature control technology — enabling smooth processing of common polymers (e.g., PE, PP) and basic composite materials.
  • As a source factory, you can communicate directly with our sales, technical, and production teams — eliminating intermediate information transfer. We respond to your inquiries, operational issues, or adjustment needs within 4 hours.

What Our Clients Say

Below are testimonials from some of our clients regarding the ExtruderX Single Screw Extruder. We are proud to provide cost-effective, easy-to-operate Single Screw Extruder solutions for customers with small and medium-sized production lines and general plastic processing applications.

By purchasing the Single Screw Extruder directly from ExtruderX’s manufacturing facility, we save nearly 20% in costs compared to buying through intermediaries! Additionally, ExtruderX’s Single Screw Extruder is extremely easy to operate—our new employees can master it proficiently after just half a day of training.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins, Operations Supervisor

We transitioned from small-batch pilot production to medium-volume manufacturing, so we specifically customized a model tailored for PP material processing. Recently, we encountered a minor operational issue, and by contacting ExtruderX’s after-sales team, they assisted us in resolving it promptly. This level of service efficiency is truly hassle-free.

Mike Carter, Production Manager

As a startup with a limited budget, ExtruderX’s Single Screw Extruder is not only budget-friendly but also had its screw configuration adjusted to fit our basic composite material processing needs. Now, the qualification rate of our finished products exceeds 99%—we are truly satisfied with this result.

Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson, Plant Engineering Manager

We use ExtruderX’s Single Screw Extruder for PVC water supply pipe production. Its daily maintenance requires minimal effort—our team has no professional technicians, yet we can complete parts replacement in just one hour. What surprises us most is its energy-saving performance: it reduces energy consumption by 30% compared to our old equipment.

David Moore, Founder & Technical Lead

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is a Twin Screw Extruder?

A Twin Screw Extruder is a core plastic processing equipment. Through the rotation of a single screw inside the barrel, it melts, plasticizes, and extrudes thermoplastic materials (such as PE and PP), then shapes them into various products (e.g., pipes, films, sheets) via a die.

Q: What are the main components of a Twin Screw Extruder?

A:The main components of a Twin Screw Extruder include a feeding system (hopper), a screw (core for conveying and plasticizing), a barrel (heating and containing space), a heating and cooling system (temperature control guarantee), a temperature control and drive system (adjusting speed and temperature), a die (key for shaping), and a frame (support and fixation). Some models include a screen changer or traction equipment.

Q: What is the working principle of a Twin Screw Extruder?

A:The working principle of a Twin Screw Extruder is as follows: First, materials are fed into the barrel through the hopper; the barrel heats to melt the materials. Then, the rotating screw generates shear force and thrust to mix and push the materials forward. After the plastic is fully melted, it is extruded through the die for shaping.

Q: What is the core difference between a Twin Screw Extruder and a Single Screw Extruder?

A:A Single Screw Extruder refers to equipment with two counter-rotating screws inside the barrel. It offers higher mixing uniformity and plasticizing efficiency, suitable for processing complex composite materials. A Twin Screw Extruder has only one screw, but its price is much lower, with a simple structure and easy operation, making it ideal for small-scale processing.

Q: Which materials are suitable for processing with a Twin Screw Extruder?

A:A Twin Screw Extruder is mainly suitable for processing general-purpose thermoplastic materials such as PE, PP, PVC, and ABS, and is used to produce products like pipes, films, and sheets. However, it has poor mixing capacity and is not suitable for complex processing such as highly filled materials.

Q: What is the price range of a Twin Screw Extruder?

A:The price of a Twin Screw Extruder varies by model and specification. Generally, small laboratory models cost approximately $5,000-$10,000, industrial standard models range from $10,000-$300,000, and large high-capacity production line models can reach $300,000-$800,000. Overall, the price of a Twin Screw Extruder is 30%-50% lower than that of a Single Screw Extruder.

Q: What is the typical production capacity of a Twin Screw Extruder?

A:The production capacity of a Twin Screw Extruder is directly related to the screw diameter (φ20-φ240mm) and length-diameter ratio (8-32). Laboratory models have a capacity of approximately 5-10kg/h, while industrial models range from 10-2000kg/h. Under the same specifications, the production capacity of a Twin Screw Extruder is much lower than that of a Single Screw Extruder.

Q: Is the operation and maintenance of a Twin Screw Extruder difficult?

A:The operation difficulty of a Twin Screw Extruder is extremely low; even new employees can master it easily after a few days of training. Maintenance does not require a professional team—only regular inspection of screw and barrel wear, cleaning of residual materials, and replacement of heating components and seals are needed. The maintenance cost is 30%-40% lower than that of a Single Screw Extruder.

Q: Does a Twin Screw Extruder support customization?

A:Of course, it does. We can adjust the screw design, length-diameter ratio, and temperature control module according to the customer’s processing materials and capacity requirements. The customization cycle is approximately 2-4 weeks, which can meet the needs of industries such as packaging, pipes, and daily necessities.

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