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How to Use Capsule Filling Machine: Semi to Fully Automatic
February 19, 2026
Due to an increase in production demands, manual capsule filling is no longer enough for many operations. That’s why semi-automatic
Semi-Auto Capsule Filling Machine
It’s a manually operated or semi-electrical device that significantly speeds up and improves the accuracy of filling empty gelatin or vegetarian capsules with powder, granules, or pellets, compared to entirely manual methods. The operator provides the primary force and controls the steps, but the machine provides the structure, dosing mechanisms, and precision
Advanced Semi-Auto Capsule Filling Machine Range
Semi-auto capsule filling machines are known to fill capsules with a specific quantity of powder or granules. As semi-auto, it combine both manual and automatic processes but are highly versatile. Here are some of our top-quality semi-auto capsule filling equipment:
Max. Capacity: 25,000-30,000 pieces per hour
Applicable capsules: #00, #0, #1, #2, #3, #4, #5/Different size need different mold
Packing size: 1800x1200x1700 mm
Max. Capacity: 25,000-30,000 Pcs/hour
Applicable capsules: 000#, 00L#, 00#,0L#, 0#, 1#,2#, 3#, 4#,5#
Power: 4.0 kW
Packing size: 1140×700×1600 mm
Max. Capacity: 40,000 pcs/h
Applicable capsule: 000# /00# /0# /1# /2# /3# /4# /5#
Power: 2.2 kW
Packing size: 1640*720*1700 mm
Specification
| Model | Button Type | Touch Screen Type | Double Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Production Capacity | 25,000–30,000 pcs/h | 25,000 pcs/h | 40000 pcs/h |
| Capsule Size Application | 000#、00L、00#,、0L#、0#、1#、2#、3#、4#、5# | 000#、00L、00#,、0L#、0#、1#、2#、3#、4#、5# | 000#, 00#, 0#, 1#, 2#, 3#, 4#, 5# |
| Filling Material | Pellet, Powder without moisture,Granules | Pellet, Powder without moisture,Granules | Pellet, Powder without moisture,Granules |
| Power | 4.0Kw | 2.2kw | 2.2kw |
| Machine Size | 1140x700x1630mm(L*W*H) | 1300*800*1750(mm) | 1350×850×1630(mm) |
| Machine Weight | 400Kg | 400Kg | 450Kg |
| Package Dimension | 1640*720*1700mm | 1640*720*1700mm | 1720*870*1750mm(L*W*H) |
| Package Weight | 520Kg | 500Kg | 540Kg |
Applications of Semi-Auto Capsule Filling Machines
Our semi-auto capsule filling machines are versatile and used in multiple industries, including pharmaceutical, food, and herbal. They are faster, more affordable, and offer great control over production.
Pharmaceuticals
Helpful in producing and packing many drug formulations and ensuring consistent packing of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Herbal or Ayurvedic
Make capsules containing herbal extract and powders, and maintain the integrity of such formulations.
Food
Pack powders or granules used in food products such as spices and coffee.
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Key parts of semi automatic capsule filling machine
Can adjust parameters like fill weight, speed, and cycle to suit your production needs.
Auger and tamper pin filling, along with dosator systems, are all available in semi-auto capsule filling machines.
Emergency shut-off mechanisms to safeguard the operator and machine against damage in case of an unfortunate situation.
How Does Semi-Auto Capsule Filling Machine Work?
The working principle of our semi-auto capsule filling machines is quite simple, so even beginner operators can use them hassle-free.
- Step 1: Empty capsules of suitable size are first loaded onto the capsule hopper of the machine.
- Step 2: Powder is filled in another hopper, the corkscrew-driven hopper, which precisely fills capsules with granules and powder.
- Step 3: After filling, the machine brings caps and bodies together to seal the capsules.
- Step 4: The filled capsules are removed from the machine and may require manual removal for sealing and other processes.
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FAQ
The typical output of a semi-auto capsule filling machine ranges from 20000 capsules to 40000 capsules per hour.
Semi-auto capsule filling machines have both manual operation and automation, while fully automatic ones handle all steps without operator involvement.
Yes, our machine is compatible with hygroscopic or fine powders, but you should be mindful of the flow characteristics.
Yes, our machines have built-in safety mechanisms such as interlocking and emergency shut-off.
Yes, semi-auto capsule filling machines can handle multiple capsule sizes from #0 to #5.
Yep, we have all types of diagrams.
It’s a machine that automates the critical steps of capsule filling (powder, pellets, or granules) but requires significant operator intervention for loading empty capsules and sometimes for initiating cycles. It bridges the gap between manual filling and fully automatic lines.
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Semi-automatic: Operator-dependent for tray loading/unloading, often single station, lower output (e.g., 500-15,000 capsules/hour), portable, lower cost.
Fully automatic: Continuous, automated operation from empty capsule loading to finished capsule ejection. High-speed (tens to hundreds of thousands/hour), integrated systems, high cost.
Small-batch production (clinical trials, niche products)
R&D & Formulation Labs (for prototyping different powder blends)
Pharmacies & Compounding Centers
Nutraceutical & Herbal Companies with diverse, lower-volume SKUs
Pilot plants for scale-up studies
Primarily free-flowing powders. With attachments or modifications, they can also handle granules, micro-pellets, herbal flakes, and even semi-solids/liquids (using a special pump attachment).
Output is highly operator-dependent. Common ranges are:
Hand-operated (lever): 500 – 3,000 capsules per hour.
Motor-driven (foot pedal/button): 3,000 – 15,000 capsules per hour.
Very quickly (typically 5-15 minutes). It involves swapping out the filling trays and dosing disc/powder tray for the new capsule size. Changeover kits are usually provided.
It is challenging. Poorly flowing powders are the biggest limitation. Pre-processing the powder (e.g., granulation, adding glidants like colloidal silicon dioxide) is often necessary to achieve acceptable flow and weight uniformity.
Often features a PLC and touchscreen interface that allows you to set desired parameters and monitor the filling process.
Digital Control Panel