- Spiral mixing action
- Gentle, low-oxidation kneading
- Doesn't heat dough
- Integrated dough breaker bar
- Power rotating bowl
- 25.3 qt. capacity
- Wide 6.2 to 44 lb. batch range
- High torque industrial motor
- Stainless food-contact parts
- Infinite variable speed
- Durable powder coat finishes
- Quiet operation
- Made in Italy
Famag IM-20 Mixer, Dark Silver
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Italian-made Famag spiral mixers are world renowned for strength, quality, and outstanding baking results. Now they’re available in the U.S. for the first time, with industrial-duty motors designed specifically for U.S. voltage. As Famag's exclusive importer, Pleasant Hill Grain is proud to offer these high performance mixers!
Engineered expressly for ideal dough-mixing and kneading results, Famag spiral mixers feature a spiral agitator that remains stationary while the bowl rotates, bringing the dough to the stainless steel dough hook with each revolution. This action is exceptionally thorough and uniform, while avoiding both overworking and overheating of the dough. The spiral dough hook on the IM-20 operates at 110-270 RPM. Click here for the approximate RPM at each speed.
HIGH HYDRATION OR HEAVY DOUGH
Thanks to the spiral hook’s action, mixtures that overtax other designs—such as pizza or bagel dough—are handled easily, quickly and efficiently in the Famag spiral dough mixer. Doughs of all kinds, from heavy to high-hydration artisan doughs, come out smooth, silky and perfectly developed.
Famag mixers feature heavy duty chain overhead drive, with a high torque dual-belt final drive. FAG sealed industrial ball bearings are used for exceptionally long life. Construction is robust throughout, as attested to by the mixer’s substantial 143 lb. weight. Epoxy powder coating over a steel cabinet protects the handsome appearance of your Famag mixer.
SUPER CAPACITY RANGE
Famag's IM-20 mixes and kneads up to 39.6 lbs. (18 kg) of dough at 60% hydration (or more at a higher hydration), but also handles batches as small as 6.1 lbs (2.8 kg). equally as well. In terms of flour capacity, this is 26.4 lbs. (12 kg) down to 3.8 lb (1.8 kg). Capacity of the stainless steel bowl is 25 quarts (24 liters).
Famag Mixer Capacities at 50-60% Hydration |
Flour |
Total Weight |
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IM-5 |
6.6 lbs / 3 kg |
11 lbs. / 5 kg |
IM-8 |
11 lbs / 5 kg |
17.6 lbs. / 8 kg |
IM-10 |
15.4 lbs / 7 kg |
23 lbs. / 10.5 kg |
IM-15 |
17.6 lbs / 8 kg |
26 lbs. / 12 kg |
IM-20 |
26.4 lbs / 12 kg |
39.6 lbs. / 18 kg |
IM-30 |
37 lbs / 12 kg |
66 lbs. / 30 kg |
IM-40 |
55 lbs / 25 kg |
83 lbs. / 38 kg |
IM-50 |
72.7 lbs / 33 kg |
110 lbs. / 50 kg |
Notes
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Speed Based on Hydration
Variable speed mixers have a speed dial marked from 1-10. For normal dough with a hydration of 55-65%, the mixer can be operated at speeds 1 through 5. With 65-75% hydration, at speeds 1 through 6-7, and with dough over 75% hydration, at speeds 1 through 8-10. These are general guidelines, as dough characteristics vary. If mixing dough that's less than 60% hydration, it's recommended to only fill the bowl to 50% capacity, and mix for only 10 minutes at a time; judgment must be exercised in any case, to avoid kneading dough so dry it’s outside of normal baking parameters, regardless of the hydration numbers. With dough over 60% hydration, dough can be mixed for up to 20-25 minutes before the mixer should be turned off for about 40 minutes.
FAMAG = UNPARALLELED VALUE
Whether you’re a commercial bakery user or a dedicated home enthusiast who appreciates the worth of old-world quality, Famag offers exceptional value as well as performance. While being competitively priced, Famag mixers are built by a company committed to higher standards—a commitment backed by a one year warranty covering both home and commercial use.
As a gourmet chef at home, or at the bakery, the Famag spiral dough mixer will quickly take its place as your trusted culinary partner. Order yours today and see just how much you’ve been missing!
Famag IM-20 Spiral Bread Mixer |
Bowl capacity
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25 Q (24L)
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Bowl Dimensions (inside dia. x H) |
14.1" x 9.4"
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Dough Capacity 1 | 6.1 to 39.6 lbs. (2.8 to 18 kg) |
Flour Capacity 1 | 3.8 to 26.4 lbs. (1.8 to 12 kg) |
Industrial Motor | 230V, 750W, 1PH |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 28.7" x 15" x 26.7" |
Weight | 148 lbs. |
Slowest Speed | Hook 110 RPM, Bowl 12.2 RPM |
Highest Speed | Hook 270 RPM, Bowl 30 RPM |
Speed Control | Infinitely variable |
Timer | 60 minutes |
Kneading Arm Lifts Up | No |
Removable Bowl | No |
Warranty | 1 year home or commercial |
1. Based on 50-60% hydration dough. |
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5 reviews
The first high hydration batch came together so well I was amazed, even after watching videos etc., better window pane- great mixer!
I have a small bakery business selling bread on weekends at a farmers market, and I ordered this mixer to help make my dough preparation more efficient. I've had the IM-20 for 3 years and I couldn't be more pleased with it. It works well with small batches as well as large ones. I routinely mix 35+lbs of sourdough at 77% hydration, and the mixer always handles it well. I've used it for 1000's of loaves worth of dough and have never had any issues with it. The variable speed is very useful, both for more intensive mixes as well as matching the mixing speed to the dough. The quality of the dough with the spiral mixer is also better than my previous mixer, which was a 20qt planetary mixer.
One useful aspect of this mixer is that its power requirements are relatively low. It is rated at 750 watts. This means that, while the mixer is wired for 230 volts, using a heavy duty transformer and power cord adapter, I can plug it into any regular outlet in my kitchen without ever overloading the circuit, making it a very flexible tool.
The one difficult thing with this mixer, as with any spiral mixer with a fixed bowl, is cleaning it after use, or rather getting the water out of the bowl after cleaning it. The best way I've found is to wheel the mixer to my sink, and use a large sponge to soak and mop up the water from washing and rinsing.
This mixer is one of the best investments I've made for my little bakery, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who needs more mixing capacity than a small kitchen mixer, but has limited space, or limited electrical power available.
We couldn’t be happier with the FAMAG IM-20. Everything from the customer service from Darren to the prompt shipping and then the excitement to unbox it and get to enjoy this incredible machine. The motion of the mixer is everything we hoped it would be, it is clearly a well made and thoughtfully designed mixer from an Italian brand that is synonymous with excellence. It was well worth the investment and we anticipate it will be with us for many years to come. It operates quietly and produces an excellent dough for our Neapolitan pizza business. If you’ve been wondering about whether to invest in a FAMAG, don’t think any more, just get one! You will love it!!! Thank you Darren, your help was invaluable.
I’m so happy to buy this mixer, it’s a wonderful mixer
After some research, I bought this FAMAG IM-20 spiral mixer, allowing me to make 12 artisan sourdough loaves at a batch. While I have only had this mixer a week, I am confident it will give me better dough, without those occasional lumps. And, save the old arthritic hands all that work!