Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas Coffee Roaster Specs & Capacity

If you’re running a high-volume specialty coffee production line and need a reliable roaster that can handle serious throughput without compromising control, you’ve likely come across the Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas. But what exactly can this machine do in terms of batch size, roast speed, fuel flexibility, and power draw? Understanding these specs helps you evaluate whether it fits your production needs.

The Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas roasts 180 kilograms of green coffee beans per batch. Light roasts take around 10 minutes, while dark roasts take approximately 15 minutes. It achieves output rates of 1080kg/hour for light roasts and 720kg/hour for darker profiles.

Batch Size & Roast Capacity

The Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas is built for large-scale commercial roasting. Its single batch capacity is 180 kilograms of raw, green coffee beans. This makes it suitable for medium to large roasting operations that require high daily output without frequent reloading.

Roast Time & Output Rates

Roast duration depends on the desired profile. For a light roast, the typical cycle takes about 10 minutes. For darker roasts, expect around 15 minutes. Production throughput is 1080 kilograms per hour when roasting lighter profiles, and 720 kilograms per hour for darker roasts, reflecting the longer dwell time and heat demands of full city or French-style development.

Roasting Method & Heat Application

This machine employs multiple heat transfer methods. It functions as a drum roaster with conductive heating from the heated drum surface, combined with semi-hot air (also described as semi-direct flame or semi-direct fire) and true hot air convection. This hybrid approach gives roasters control over the balance of conduction, convection, and radiation—key variables in developing coffee flavor through the Maillard reaction and beyond.

Fuel Options & Power Requirements

The TKM-SX 180 Gas can be powered by bottled propane , natural gas, or diesel. This versatility allows installation in a variety of facilities with different utility infrastructures. Electrically, it accepts 110V, 220V, or 380V inputs, at 50-60Hz, and supports both single-phase and three-phase power. Total power consumption is 8.35 kilowatts, drawing 19.49 amps.

Construction & Physical Dimensions

The roaster’s physical footprint is substantial: 520 centimeters in length, 385 centimeters in width, and 300 centimeters in height. It weighs 3200 kilograms. The machine includes five motors to drive its systems. Exterior finish options include black, red, or custom colors. The chassis style can be ordered with chrome plating, brass, or copper elements to match branding or facility aesthetics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the batch size of the Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas?

The Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas roasts 180 kilograms of green coffee beans per batch. This is a large-capacity machine designed for commercial-scale roasting operations.

How long does it take to roast coffee in the TKM-SX 180 Gas?

A light roast typically takes around 10 minutes, while a darker roast takes approximately 15 minutes. Roast time varies based on the desired development level and color.

What is the hourly production output of the TKM-SX 180 Gas?

For light roasts, the machine outputs up to 1080 kilograms per hour. For darker roasts, the output is around 720 kilograms per hour, reflecting the longer roast times needed for those profiles.

What types of heat does the Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas use?

It combines conductive heat from the drum, semi-hot air (or semi-direct flame), and true hot air convection. This hybrid design offers control over how heat transfers to the beans during roasting.

What fuel sources can the TKM-SX 180 Gas use?

The machine is compatible with bottled propane , natural gas, or diesel, making it adaptable to various energy setups in different countries or facilities.

What are the electrical requirements for the TKM-SX 180 Gas?

It accepts 110V, 220V, or 380V power, at 50-60Hz, with support for both single-phase and three-phase electricity. Total power draw is 8.35 kilowatts (19.49 amps).

What are the dimensions and weight of the roaster?

The TKM-SX 180 Gas measures 520cm (L) × 385cm (W) × 300cm (H) and weighs 3200 kilograms. It includes five motors and is available in black, red, or custom colors, with optional chrome, brass, or copper finishes.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for Drum Roasting

For roasters using the Toper TKM-SX 180 Gas, FrontStreet Coffee’s Ethiopia Humbera showcases bright citrus, floral, and stone fruit notes ideal for light to medium roasts. The Brazil Queen Manor offers nutty, chocolatey balance perfect for medium-dark profiles. Both beans respond well to the hybrid heat application of drum, semi-hot air, and convection used in this roaster. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.