Rated power
The power generated by the meat grinder motor during operation. The efficiency of work directly depends on the power: the greater the power, the more solid products the meat grinder is able to process and, usually, the higher the capacity (see Capacity). For most cases, a meat grinder with a power of 100 – 400 W is sufficient, however, for complex work with “heavy” products, more powerful devices are still required.
Rated is the power at which the device is able to operate for a long time without overheating, breakdown and other unpleasant consequences.
Peak power
Peak power is responsible for emergency situations, the device is able to work on it for a short time, however, long-term work with such a load is fraught with a meat grinder breakdown.
Number of speeds
The presence of
several speeds allows you to select the desired mode for processing a particular product. The speed of the meat grinder directly affects its performance. Usually, meat grinders have a minimum number of speeds, one or two, in rare cases — three. The initial speed is suitable for processing small and medium-sized pieces, while it will be possible to effectively grind even large-sized products at higher speeds.
Body material
The body of a modern meat grinder is most often made of plastic or metal.
Plastic devices usually weigh less and cost less; in turn,
metal ones are more durable and look “more solid”. At the same time, there are models made of both of these materials —
plastic and metal. Such a solution elevates the models to a more status rank, but at the same time does not deprive them of lightness and design variations.
Loading tray material
The loading tray in modern meat grinders can be made of
plastic or
metal. Plastic trays are lighter and cheaper, but prone to scratches and discoloration over time, while more expensive metal trays are stronger and more durable.
Carrying handle
The presence of a handle on the body of the device, which allows you to easily move the device. This is especially true for heavy metal models that are regularly hidden in a closet.
Compartment for cord
A special compartment in the body of the device for storing the power cord. Often such compartments are also equipped with devices for uniform winding of the wire, which prevents bending and possible fractures.
The compartment for the cord is especially useful if the meat grinder is used relatively rare and has been idle for a long time outside the kitchen.
