Cocoa Butter & Vegetable Fat Melting Tank

Fat melting tanks are jacket-heated process vessels used to melt cocoa butter, palm oil, and other solid vegetable fats into a liquid state suitable for dosing, transfer, and downstream chocolate or confectionery production.

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Fat Melting Tank Models (50–1000 L)

Insulated, water-jacketed fat melting tanks for small workshops and medium confectionery production. No-grid tabletop models (FMT50T / FMT100T / FMT200T) focus on simple loading and cleaning, while grid models are intended for faster melting of larger fat blocks.

FMT50T tabletop fat melting tank with no-grid reservoir FMT100T jacket-heated fat melter without melting grid FMT200T fat melting tank for cocoa butter and solid fats FMT300 fat melting tank with hot-water circulation melting grid FMT500 industrial fat melter with melting grid FMT500INS insulated fat melting tank with hot-water melting grid FMT1000INS insulated cocoa butter melter for high-volume production
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FMT1000INS-L insulated fat melting tank with load cells and PLC control

FMT50T Tabletop Fat Melter (No-Grid) – Technical Features

The FMT50T is a compact tabletop cocoa butter melter designed for small batches, simple loading, and easy cleaning in workshops and pilot-scale confectionery production.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • No melting grid; suitable for drops, chips, or pre-cut fat blocks.
  • One fat block can fit.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes when loaded into an empty melter.
  • Cycle time depends on the selected melting temperature.
  • Loading capacity: 50 L.
  • Bottom platform with drawer on casters.
  • Total power consumption: 220V single-phase, 700 W.
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Price 4.500,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT50T Tabletop Fat Melter – Technical Drawing

FMT50T technical drawing for tabletop fat melting tank

FMT100T No-Grid Fat Melting Tank – Specifications

The FMT100T is designed for controlled melting and holding of cocoa butter and vegetable fats where simple top loading and straightforward cleaning are priorities.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • No melting grid; suitable for drops, chips, or pre-cut fat blocks.
  • Two fat blocks can fit.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes when loaded into an empty melter.
  • Melting duration varies with the adjusted process temperature.
  • Loading capacity: 100 L.
  • Bottom platform with drawer on casters.
  • Total power consumption: 220V single-phase, 1000 W.

Price 5.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT100T Fat Melting Tank – Technical Drawing

FMT100T technical drawing for no-grid fat melter

FMT200T Compact Fat Melter for Pre-Cut Blocks – Technical Details

The FMT200T offers higher no-grid loading capacity for workshops handling cocoa butter and solid fats in drops, chips, or pre-cut block form.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • No melting grid; suitable for drops, chips, or pre-cut fat blocks.
  • Four fat blocks can fit.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes when loaded into an empty melter.
  • Cycle time depends on the selected heating temperature.
  • Loading capacity: 200 L.
  • Bottom platform with drawer on casters.
  • Total power consumption: 220V single-phase, 1500 W.
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Price 6.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT200T Fat Melter – Technical Drawing

FMT200T technical drawing for compact fat melting tank

FMT300 Fat Melting Tank with Hot-Water Grid – Features

The FMT300 model is intended for faster melting of larger fat blocks, using a rotatable hot-water circulation grid for medium-scale chocolate production.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • Rotatable melting grid with hot water circulation.
  • Four fat blocks can be loaded on the grid.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 50 minutes.
  • Melting duration depends on the selected grid temperature.
  • Vertically opening top lid with gas springs.
  • Easy loading height.
  • A fat transfer pump can be coupled.
  • Loading capacity: 300 L.
  • Total power consumption: 380V three-phase, 6 kW.
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Price 13.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT300 Fat Melting Tank – Technical Drawing

FMT300 technical drawing for fat melting tank with hot-water grid

FMT500 Industrial Fat Melter – Technical Specifications

The FMT500 is a higher-capacity block fat melter designed for efficient melting, buffering, and transfer of cocoa butter and vegetable fats.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • Rotatable melting grid with hot water circulation.
  • Six fat blocks can be loaded on the grid.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 50 minutes.
  • Cycle time varies with the adjusted grid temperature.
  • Vertically opening top lid with gas springs.
  • Easy loading height.
  • A fat transfer pump can be coupled.
  • Loading capacity: 500 L.
  • Total power consumption: 380V three-phase, 6 kW.

Price 15.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT500 Industrial Fat Melter – Dimensions

FMT500 technical drawing for industrial fat melter with grid

FMT500INS Insulated Fat Melting Tank – Features

The FMT500INS adds insulation and optional agitation support for more stable handling of melted fats during transfer and downstream use.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • Melting grid with hot water circulation.
  • Six fat blocks can be loaded on the grid.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 50 minutes.
  • Melting duration depends on the selected grid temperature.
  • Top lid with gas springs.
  • Easy loading height.
  • A fat transfer pump can be coupled.
  • A pneumatic actuator for agitation can be coupled.
  • Loading capacity: 500 L.
  • Total power consumption: 380V three-phase, 7.3 kW.

Price 17.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT500INS Insulated Fat Tank – Layout Drawing

FMT500INS technical drawing for insulated fat melter with grid

FMT1000INS High-Capacity Fat Melter – Technical Details

The FMT1000INS is designed for high-volume melting and holding of cocoa butter and vegetable fats in larger chocolate production environments.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • Melting grid with hot water circulation.
  • Twelve fat blocks can be loaded on the grid.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 50 minutes.
  • Melting duration depends on the selected grid temperature.
  • Top lid with gas springs.
  • Easy loading height.
  • A fat transfer pump can be coupled.
  • A pneumatic actuator for agitation can be coupled.
  • Loading capacity: 1000 L.
  • Total power consumption: 380V three-phase, 7.3 kW.
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Price 19.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT1000INS Insulated Fat Tank – Layout Drawing

FMT1000INS technical drawing for insulated high-capacity fat melter

FMT1000INS-L PLC-Controlled Fat Melter with Load Cells – Specifications

The FMT1000INS-L combines high-capacity melting with load cells and PLC/HMI control for more precise dosing, monitoring, and process management.

  • AISI 304 stainless steel construction.
  • Glass wool insulated rectangular reservoir.
  • Water-jacketed vessel with PID-controlled heating element.
  • Melting grid with hot water circulation.
  • Twelve fat blocks can be loaded on the grid.
  • Typical melting time is approximately 50 minutes.
  • Cycle time varies with the selected grid temperature.
  • Top lid with gas springs.
  • Easy loading height.
  • A fat transfer pump can be coupled.
  • A pneumatic actuator for agitation can be coupled.
  • Load cells for weight control.
  • PLC and HMI controlled operation.
  • Integrated stairs.
  • Loading capacity: 1000 L.
  • Total power consumption: 380V three-phase, 7.3 kW.

Price 24.000,00 € (excl. VAT), EXW Istanbul

FMT1000INS-L Fat Melter – Technical Drawing

FMT1000INS-L technical drawing for fat melter with load cells and PLC control

Rapid Fat Melting Tanks: Design Highlights

AkayGAM fat melting tanks use a rectangular reservoir to increase heat transfer surface area and keep block loading practical. Glass-wool insulation reduces heat loss, improves energy efficiency, and enhances operator safety, while PID-controlled water-jacket heating maintains stable and repeatable melting and holding temperatures, ensuring reliable transfer to downstream chocolate and confectionery processing equipment. Selected models include a separate hot-water circulation melting grid for accelerated block melting (not applicable to FMT50T, FMT100T, and FMT200T). Tanks are mounted on casters for easy positioning and relocation within the production area.

All product-contact surfaces are manufactured from AISI 304 stainless steel to ensure hygienic operation, corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning.

Melting Grid vs No-Grid Fat Melters

Fat melting performance depends on heat introduction and raw material format. Our series supports both approaches:

  • With hot-water melting grid: best for large fat blocks. The grid creates a high-melt zone for rapid softening, while the main tank holds a stable temperature for consistent viscosity.
  • Without melting grid (FMT50T / FMT100T / FMT200T): suitable for drops, chips, or pre-cut blocks. Simpler top access can be preferred for frequent cleaning and manual handling.

Pneumatic oscillating agitation for fat-based mixtures containing solids

Optional pneumatic oscillating agitation can be integrated when processing fat-based mixtures containing suspended solid particles, such as cocoa liquor diluted with cocoa butter or other vegetable fats. In these cases, gentle oscillating motion helps maintain uniform suspension of solid particles, reduces temperature gradients, and supports consistent composition during holding and transfer. Pure liquid fats such as cocoa butter or palm oil typically do not require agitation once fully melted. Due to its pneumatic oscillating design, this agitation system is intended for low- to moderate-viscosity fat mixtures; dense or highly viscous masses such as undiluted cocoa liquor are not suitable without sufficient dilution with liquid fat. This option is available only on insulated models FMT500INS, FMT1000INS, and FMT1000INS-L, which provide the required structural support and installation interface for the pneumatic agitation system.

Process Notes (Quality & Transfer)

  • Stable viscosity: controlled jacket heating supports predictable flow when feeding dosing systems, pumps, or storage tanks.
  • Uniform temperature: jacket heating and optional agitation help reduce temperature gradients during holding cycles.
  • Transfer readiness: a pump, flowmeter, or load cells can be selected to match your line control logic and transfer distance.

Where It Is Used in the Line

Fat melting tanks are installed upstream of mixers, chocolate refiners, dosing systems, or storage tanks to supply liquid fat at a controlled temperature. Stable jacket heating helps maintain consistent viscosity during transfer, supporting accurate dosing and reliable feeding of downstream chocolate and confectionery processing equipment.

Typical Applications

Typical applications include melting and holding cocoa butter, palm oil, shea butter, coconut oil, vegetable shortening, and compound fats before mixing, refining, conching, or controlled transfer to storage and dosing systems in chocolate and confectionery production.