|
Feed Categories |
Die Hole, dia (mm) |
Die Thickness, (mm) |
Remarks |
|
I. High grain, complete feeds containing not more than 25% protein |
4 |
40-50 |
Steam conditioned meal should be 80°C or |
|
5 |
45-55 |
higher for starch |
|
|
6 |
50-60 |
gelatinization |
|
|
II. Feed containing 5-25% sugars and/or dry milk powder or whey |
4 |
20-35 |
Carmelization begins |
|
5 |
25-40 |
at about 60°C resulting |
|
|
6 |
30-45 |
in increased resistance |
|
|
III. Protein supplements containing 5-30% molasses |
4 |
30-45 |
Limit steam conditioned |
|
5 |
40-50 |
meal to 60-75°C |
|
|
6 |
45-55 |
|
|
|
IV. Feeds containing high levels or urea (6-30%) with or without molasses |
4 |
20-35 |
Little or no steam |
|
5 |
25-40 |
should be used when |
|
|
6 |
30-45 |
pelleting high urea: feeds |
