12-Head Cashew Nut Cutting Machine
| OUTTURN · Factory Direct from Binh Phuoc, Vietnam · Immediate Spare Parts Availability |
The OUTTURN 12-head cashew nut cutting machine is the highest-throughput single-unit configuration in the OUTTURN range — delivering 360–440 kg of RCN per hour from the same 0.75 kW motor that drives every machine in the OUTTURN lineup. It achieves the best energy-to-throughput ratio of any OUTTURN model: at 0.12–0.16 kWh per 100 kg of RCN processed, it is the most energy-efficient cashew cutting machine in commercial production for its throughput class.
For large-scale processing plants, export facilities, and operations running high-volume seasonal campaigns, the 12-head delivers the cutting section throughput to support 3–5 TPD daily processing targets from a single machine installation. Two 12-head units running in parallel cover 6–10 TPD — sufficient for some of the largest cashew processing operations in West Africa and South Asia.
Technical Specifications
| Cutting Heads | 12 |
| Throughput Capacity | 360–440 kg RCN per hour |
| Motor Power | 0.75 kW (1 HP), 3-Phase |
| Cutting Mechanism | Horizontal rotary, continuous cycle |
| Whole Kernel Rate (WKR) | ~85–88% on CdI W240 benchmark RCN |
| Blade Type | Carbide-tipped, replaceable |
| kWh per 100 kg RCN | 0.12–0.16 kWh — best in the OUTTURN range |
| Suitable RCN Origins | All major origins: CdI, Guinea-Bissau, Tanzania, Nigeria, India, Vietnam |
| Power Supply | 3-Phase, 380–415V / 50–60Hz |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 330–370 kg |
| Recommended Plant Scale | 3 TPD – 5+ TPD RCN (1 shift) |
Who Is the 12-Head Cashew Cutter For?
- Large processing plants targeting 3–5 TPD from a single cutting machine — the 12-head is the most efficient way to reach this throughput with minimal floor space, power infrastructure, and maintenance complexity.
- Export-oriented facilities where electricity efficiency metrics are reported to buyers or auditors — 0.12–0.16 kWh/100kg is a benchmark figure in cashew processing energy intensity.
- Plants running extended seasonal campaigns where continuous high-utilisation operation demands a robust machine with minimal downtime requirements.
- Multi-machine installations targeting 6–10 TPD — two 12-head units in parallel provide throughput coverage and full operational redundancy.
- Investors building greenfield cashew processing facilities who want to specify the most throughput-efficient cutting configuration available from a factory-direct supplier.
The Record: Best kWh/100kg in the OUTTURN Range
The 12-head achieves 0.12–0.16 kWh per 100 kg of RCN processed — the best energy efficiency figure in the OUTTURN range. This is a direct result of the throughput denominator: the 0.75 kW motor drawing 0.48–0.55 kW in operation is divided across the highest volume of any single-unit OUTTURN configuration. At $0.09/kWh (Tanzania industrial tariff), the 12-head costs $0.000108–$0.000144 per kg of RCN in cutting electricity — well under one cent per kilogram. For a plant processing 4 TPD over a 250-day season, the entire cutting section electricity cost for the year is under $1,300.
Design and Working Principle of 12 Head Cashew Cutting Machine
The OUTTURN 12-head cashew cutting machine uses a horizontal rotary cutting mechanism — the same core engineering that runs across the entire OUTTURN range from 2-head to 12-head. Each cutting head operates on a continuous rotary cycle: the nut is loaded into a cup, the cup rotates into the blade plane, the blade splits the shell at the seam, and the cut nut is discharged. The cycle repeats without interruption.
This rotary design delivers higher throughput per kW of motor power than reciprocating piston designs because the mechanism is continuously in motion rather than reversing direction on every stroke. The 0.75 kW (1 HP) three-phase motor that drives the machine remains the same regardless of head count — additional heads increase throughput by multiplying cutting stations, not by increasing motor power. This is why the OUTTURN range achieves exceptional energy efficiency per kilogram processed.
Blades are carbide-tipped for extended service life. Cups are designed for the size distribution of commercially traded RCN and are replaceable as standard maintenance items. All wetted surfaces are designed for CNSL resistance.
Why Buy From OUTTURN?
| Direct Factory Supply · Binh Phuoc, Vietnam · No Middlemen |
OUTTURN cashew cutting machines are manufactured at our factory in Binh Phuoc — the heartland of Vietnam’s cashew processing industry. When you buy from OUTTURN, you are buying direct from the manufacturer. No importers. No distributors. No inflated middleman pricing.
| Factory-Direct Price | Immediate Spare Parts | Industry Expertise | Dealership Open |
| Prices 30–45% below market because there is no distribution layer between factory and buyer. | Cutting heads, blades, cups, cams, bearings, motors — all stocked at the factory. Ships same week. | OUTTURN machines are built in Binh Phuoc, where the cashew industry operates at scale. We know the application. | Regional and country dealerships available. Inquire about exclusive territory arrangements. |
Installation, Commissioning, and After-Sales Support
- Pre-delivery inspection and function test performed at the Binh Phuoc factory before shipment.
- Detailed installation manual and commissioning guide included with every machine.
- Remote commissioning support available via video call for international buyers.
- On-site installation available in Vietnam. For international installations, OUTTURN can coordinate with local technicians.
- Spare parts shipped from factory stock — most common wear items dispatched within 48 hours of order.
- Operational support available directly from the factory team — not a call centre.
| Get a Price for the OUTTURN 12-Head Cutting MachineFactory-direct pricing · Fast freight from Binh Phuoc · Immediate spare parts · Dealer inquiries welcome Contact us via cashew-technology.com |
Dealership and Distribution Inquiries
OUTTURN is actively expanding its dealer network across cashew-processing countries in West Africa, East Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. If you are an equipment supplier, agricultural machinery dealer, or processing plant operator interested in representing OUTTURN in your market, we want to hear from you.
- Exclusive territory arrangements available in qualifying markets.
- Factory pricing for certified dealers — strong margin on every unit.
- Marketing support, product training, and technical documentation provided.
- Direct factory relationship — no sub-distributor layers.
Contact the OUTTURN team via cashew-technology.com to discuss dealership terms.
