1.

Function

:

For   harvesting turmeric rhizomes

2.

Specification

:

i. Type

:

Mounted type

ii. Power requirement

:

8 -10 hp power tiller 

iii. Overall dimensions

:

400 x 636 x 1665 mm

iv. Weight 

:

67 kg

v. Capacity

:

0.6 ha per day

3.

General Information

:

The unit consists of a blade with three bar points for  easy penetration into the soil.  To the rear end of the blade six  slats spaced at  mm apart are hinged at both ends. The oscillating motion for the slats is obtained through eccentric provided on either side of the unit. The eccentrics are connected to a shaft provided at the top portion of the unit. The power is transmitted from the clutch pulley of the power tiller to  a reduction gear box mounted near the hitch bracket assembly of the power tiller.  From the gear box the power is transmitted to the  shaft of the turmeric digger unit through V belt transmission.  The pneumatic wheels are replaced with a pair of special type cage wheels to accommodate the height of ridges.  

4.

Cost of the unit

:

Rs. 14,000/-

5.

Salient features

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