Mixing paddle

A mixing paddle is a shaped device, typically mounted on a shaft, which can be inserted on the shaft end into a motorised drive, for the purpose of mixing liquids, solids or both. Paddle mixers may also be used for kneading.^[1] Whilst mounted in fixed blending equipment, the paddle may also be referred to as an agitator.

Firestop mortar being mixed with water in a galvanised sheet metal tub, using a professional grout mixing paddle.

Purpose

Mixing paddles are used for mixing ingredients in cooking and for mixing construction products, such as pastes, slurries or paints.^[2][3] They are also used for dispersing solids within liquids (for example, some polymers may be delivered in solid form, but will dissolve in liquids).^{[citation needed]}

Examples

• Professional grout mixing paddle
• Paint mixing paddle
• Mudwhip (mostly used for drywall mud)

Gallery

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  Grout mixing paddle.
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  Grout mixing paddle, standing.
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  Mudwhip – typically used for drywall mud.
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  Mudwhip, standing.
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  Mixing vessel with fixed paddle or agitator

See also

• Concrete mixer