In beverage dispensers, every component plays a key role in ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and equipment longevity. One of the most important — yet often overlooked — parts is the impeller, also known as the mixing blade. In AMPTO dispensers, which are all refrigerated, the impeller serves a dual purpose: keeping the beverage well-mixed and ensuring even temperature distribution throughout the tank.
What Is an Impeller and Why Is It Important?
The impeller is a rotating piece located inside the dispenser’s tank. Its main function is to agitate the liquid, preventing ingredient separation and ensuring consistent texture and flavor in every serving. Additionally, by keeping the beverage in motion, it helps maintain uniform cooling, which is crucial for preserving product quality.
Choosing the correct impeller ensures:
• Reduced foam formation.
• Improved product stability.
• Optimized mixing based on beverage density.
• Less wear on the motor and internal components.
• Lower noise and vibration during operation.
⚠️ Important: These dispensers are not suitable for beverages containing solid chunks. Using drinks with fruit pieces or other solids can clog the mixing system, damage the impeller, and compromise motor performance.
RBRA1228 vs RBRA017: Which One to Use?
AMPTO offers two main impeller models, each designed for specific beverage types and operational needs:
🔹 RBRA1228
• Ideal for beverages prone to foaming, such as pulpy juices, smoothies, or air-blended drinks.
• Features smaller blades, which reduce internal turbulence, helping to maintain product stability and minimize foam.
• Highly recommended for powder-based drinks, such as certain teas, where gentle and consistent mixing is essential to avoid clumping and preserve texture.
• A great choice when presentation and consistency are top priorities.
🔹 RBRA017
• Recommended for light beverages like lemonades, iced teas, or flavored water.
• Designed for efficient and continuous mixing, ideal for low-viscosity liquids.
• Provides gentle agitation that keeps the beverage homogeneous without altering its composition.
Compatibility Across AMPTO Models
One of the key advantages of the RBRA1228 and RBRA017 impellers is that they are interchangeable across AMPTO’s main dispenser models:
• C1256
• C1316
• D1256
• D1316
This flexibility allows operators to switch impellers based on the beverage being served, without needing to change the machine.
Conclusion
Choosing the right impeller is not just a technical detail — it directly affects product quality, customer experience, and equipment durability. With the RBRA1228 and RBRA017 models, AMPTO provides tailored solutions for different beverage types, ensuring optimal performance in every service.
