Clearance: Famag IM-8 Mixer w/Fixed Head, Arctic White
- Spiral mixing action
- Gentle, low-oxidation kneading
- Doesn't heat dough
- Integrated dough breaker bar
- Power rotating bowl
- 11.5 qt. capacity
- Wide 2.2 to 17.6 lb. batch range
- High torque industrial motor
- Stainless food-contact parts
- Infinite variable speed
- Durable powder coat finishes
- Quiet operation
- Made in Italy
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Clearance: Famag IM-8 Mixer w/Fixed Head, Arctic White
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If the Italians don't already say "It's the cat's pajamas" we think they'll start soon, just to describe their Famag mixers. These Italian-made spiral dough mixers are world renowned for strength, quality, and exceptional baking results. And 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 U.S. importer, PHG is proud to offer these high performance dough-making marvels! You'll call them the bee's knees and the cat's whiskers because they make the smoothest, silkiest dough you've likely ever seen—quickly and effortlessly, and in yourkitchen.
Designed expressly for ideal dough mixing and kneading results, Famag mixers feature a spiral kneading arm that rotates while the bowl revolves, bringing the dough to the stainless steel dough hook with each revolution. An integrated offset breaker bar ensures ideal metering of the dough into the spiral hook. This three-way kneading process is exceptionally thorough and fast, yet the low impact and widely distributed dough contact of the spiral hook completely avoids overworking and overheating of the dough. Wide-range, infinitely variable speed adjustment lets you dial in precisely the action you want. The spiral dough hook on the IM-8 operates at 80-240 RPM. Click here for the approximate RPM at each speed.
FAMAG GRILLETTA MODEL COMPARISON |
Model |
Tilting Head
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Removable Bowl
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Spiral Hook Speed Range
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Ratio of Bowl to Dough Hook RPM
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How to Order
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IM-5 |
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98-245 RPM | 1:8 | Above on this page. |
IM-5S | YES | YES | 98-245 RPM | 1:8 | Above on this page. |
IM-5 HH |
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130-312 RPM | 1:9 | Call or email to place special order. |
IM-5S HH | YES | YES | 130-312 RPM
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1:9 | Above on the page. |
Tilting or Fixed Head
The Famag IM-8 mixer is available with either a tilting head that features a high lift drive and lift assist, or with a fixed head. The model with the fixed head is the IM-8, and the model with the tilting head and removeable bowl is the IM-8S. The bowl is removable on the mixer with a tilting head, and is not removable on the mixer with a fixed head.
If you're mixing high hydration doughs we recommend you purchase the tilting head/removable bowl mixer so it's easier to remove the dough from the bowl, and to clean the bowl. It's easy to remove low hydration dough from the fixed head mixer than it is to remove high hydration dough, and cleaning the bowl after mixing low hydration dough is easily done with the bowl attached to the mixer.
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. We now offer the new HH (high hydration) version with a special sprocket that allows the mixer to run up to 300 RPM; this version is designed specifically for mixing dough that's above 75% hydration.
Famag mixers feature a 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 reflected by the substantial 77 lb. weight of the IM-8. Epoxy powder coating over a steel cabinet protects the handsome appearance of your Famag mixer.
SUPER CAPACITY RANGE
Famag's IM-8 mixes and kneads up to 17.6 lbs. (8 kg) of dough at 60% hydration (or more at a higher hydration), but also handles batches as small as 2.2 lbs. (1 kg) equally as well. In terms of flour capacity, this is 11 lbs. (5 kg) down to as little as 1.4 lbs. (0.65 kg) of flour. Capacity of the stainless steel bowl is 11.5 quarts. The Famag's head section lifts high for bowl access and removal, and features lift-assist.
Famag Mixer Capacities at 50-60% Hydration |
Flour |
Total Weight |
|
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.
Colors
Famag spiral dough mixers are available in a wide selection of colors. Dark Silver and Marina are pearl finishes that have a subtle pearlescent luster. Sparkle Silver has a brilliant sparkle to it that catches light more than the pearlescent colors will. Arctic White, Maraschino, Ruby, Charcoal, Tuscan Sun, and Oyster have a glossy finish. Galaxy sparkles in gold, red, blue, and green over a black background. Because of the unique characteristics of the Galaxy color, 3” x 6” Galaxy color sample cards are available by U.S. mail at a cost of $7 (which includes shipping). This cost is refundable as a credit toward the purchase of any color or model of Famag mixer purchased within 30 days (and you can keep the card).
FAMAG = UNPARALLELED VALUE
Whether you’re a commercial user or a dedicated home baking enthusiast who appreciates 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 three year warranty covering
both home and commercial use!
As a gourmet chef, the Famag IM-8 spiral dough mixer will quickly establish itself as your trusted culinary partner at home or at work. Order yours today and see just how much mixer you’ve been missing.
The Famag IM-8 kneads up to 17.6 lbs. of dough, making it an ideal size for home users looking for a spiral mixer for bread dough or pizza dough!
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THIS PRODUCT IS MADE IN ITALY!
Descriptions of Ratings for Clearance Store Items |
Rating |
Description
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Minimum Discount |
Mechanically Perfect |
Standard Return Policy |
Full
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R1 |
Returned. Non-working surfaces have new or nearly new appearance. Working surfaces may have slight wear marks. Very close scrutiny is required to tell that the item isn’t brand new. Packaging may not be perfect. |
10% |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
R2 |
Returned, nearly-new appearance. Slight to moderate flaws on non-working surfaces, such as a mixer cabinet or lid. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
FR |
Factory refurbished. Mostly returned items which have been brought fully up to new-equipment performance specs at the factory. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
D |
Demonstration items have been operated briefly at Pleasant Hill Grain. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
SDB |
From new stock; has moderate damage such as a scratch, dent, or paint blemish. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
NOS |
New old-stock. A brand new item that isn't the newest model. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Varies by Item |
Additional notes:
Bottom Line: If you’re a highly detail-oriented person, we recommend sticking to “R1.” But after a week’s use, the only real difference between one of these items and a brand new one will be the money you saved. |
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