Electrostatic method separates cannabis trichomes efficiently
New electrostatic method separates cannabis trichomes with 80–95% purity, offering a scalable and solvent-free solution.
Why it matters
- High purity (80–95%) on the first pass.
- Scalable from 1 to 100 kg/hour.
- Fully automated, reducing manual labor and environmental impact.
By the numbers
- First-pass purity: 80–95%.
- Scalability: 1–100 kg/hour.
- Energy consumption: ~20 W for 100 g/min throughput.
The big picture
- Uses difference in electric charge: trichomes (negative) vs. plant biomass (positive).
- More efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional solvent-based methods.
What they're saying
- No significant user comments to report.
Caveats
- Temperature dependence: charge decreases at temperatures below -18°C.
- Requires precise control of environmental conditions (temperature, humidity).
What’s next
- Future work on optimizing design, improving throughput, and scaling to industrial capacity.
- Technology is at TRL7; next steps include certification and scaling.