Rancang Bangun Mesin Pencuci Wortel Sistem Pompa Dengan Kapasitas 480 Kg/jam

Abstract

In the ergonomically carrot washer tool design, it is much needed to have a fit body dimension size with the carrot washer size. Currently, there has been a carrot washer tool designed and crafted by Merek village residents, Merek Sub-district, Karo District. It is true that the carrot washer tool enough helping the farmers and sellers in washing the carrots, but the effect of using it for too long will cause the body aches especially on the arms, waist, and back. The explanation above illustrates that doing this work requires a carrot washer tool which can minimize the carrots washing time, so it takes effect on the times' effectiveness and efficiency. The components structure of the carrot washer consists of a frame, conveyor, motor driving force, gearbox, and water pump. Then, it is obtained the DragForce Fd = 547200 N, the Engine power T = 7.961 Nm, the L pulley length = 3396.62 mm, the engine shaft power = 2999.32 watts, and the engine power = 9.89 rpm.