Claasens Electric Meat Mincers Reviewed: No. 22 vs No. 32
Introduction
When South Africans invest in a meat mincer, they expect more than a machine that simply gets the job done. Hunters, farmers and small butcheries need reliable power, practical operation and equipment that can handle demanding workloads. The proudly South African Claasens No. 22 and No. 32 Electric Meat Mincers are built with precisely these priorities in mind.
Claasens No. 22 Electric Meat Mincer
The Claasens No. 22 Electric Meat Mincer is designed for hunters, meat-processing enthusiasts and small-scale butcheries.
Its 0.75kW motor and worm-gear drive can process up to 250kg of meat per hour. The forward-and-reverse control is especially useful when clearing a blockage or releasing the worm without unnecessary dismantling.
Other practical features include:
- A removable 350mm stainless-steel meat dish
- A food-safe, epoxy-coated aluminium mincer head
- A standard 6mm stainless-steel cutting plate
- Optional 4.5mm, 8mm and 10mm plates
- A strong 30kg construction for stable operation
Claasens No. 32 Electric Meat Mincer
For larger workloads, the Claasens No. 32 Electric Meat Mincer offers serious light-industrial capacity.
Its 1.5kW motor can process up to 350kg per hour, making it suitable for supermarkets, high-capacity hunters, farmers and commercial meat processors. The larger No. 32 mincer head and extra-large stainless-steel dish allow users to prepare and load greater quantities efficiently.
The instant reverse switch, robust worm-gear drive and optional cutting plates also provide the control and versatility needed for game mince, sausage mixtures and burger patties.
What Stands Out?
⭐ South African craftsmanship: Both machines are backed by years of Claasens engineering experience.
💪 Heavy-duty performance: Buyers can confidently choose between mincer models to suit their purpose.
🧼 Practical cleaning: Removable components can be washed in warm, soapy water and dried thoroughly after use.
⚙️ Versatile results: Different cutting plates allow users to select the right mince texture.
Verdict
The No. 22 offers an excellent balance between capacity and manageability, while the No. 32 is the stronger choice for regular, high-volume processing. Both deliver the solid construction, practical controls and dependable performance expected from serious South African meat-processing equipment.