Plastic Crusher Machine Cost – Pricing & Factors

Typical Plastic Crusher Machine Price Ranges (By Capacity)

The capacity you need (kg/h) is usually the biggest price driver because it affects rotor size, motor power, frame strength, and wear parts. The ranges below reflect common industrial configurations for a single crusher (ex-works, without freight/taxes). Your final quotation will vary with material type, screen size, and options.

Plan additional budget for upstream/downstream handling (for example: infeed conveyor, discharge conveyor, cyclone/air suction, magnetic separation, sound enclosure, or a knife grinder). In many projects, accessories add $3,000–$8,000+ depending on the configuration.

If your crusher operates inside a washing line, a wet plastic granulator (crusher) can reduce dust, improve washing efficiency, and protect downstream equipment.

What Determines Plastic Crusher Cost? (The Factors That Matter in Real Production)

1) Your Material & Feed Condition

• Rigid vs. film: film wraps easily and often needs anti-winding knife geometry and stronger feeding control.
• Dirty vs. clean: high sand/dust contamination accelerates knife wear and may require stronger wear protection.
• Bulk density & thickness: thicker lumps, injection purgings, or pipes need higher torque and heavier rotors.

2) Cutting Chamber, Rotor & Knife Design

Two crushers with the same “kg/h” label can perform very differently. Rotor diameter/width, knife count, cutting angle, and chamber design decide how smoothly the machine cuts and how stable the output size stays over time.

• Bigger chamber usually increases throughput and price.
• Optimized knife geometry reduces power spikes and improves flake quality.
• Easy access design lowers maintenance time and keeps uptime high.

3) Blade Material, Heat Treatment & Spare Knife Strategy

Knife steel and heat treatment affect your total cost more than the machine price. High-wear materials (commonly D2/SKD11-class) last longer, hold an edge better, and reduce downtime—especially in abrasive streams.

• Ask what’s included: one knife set vs. multiple sets, and whether the supplier provides a knife grinding plan.
• Plan for wear parts: knives, screens, bearings, seals, belts, and fasteners.

4) Motor, Drive & Electrical Standards

Motor sizing must match your material. Underpowered machines stall; oversized motors waste energy and money. Electrical packages also vary (voltage/frequency, brand components, overload protection, safety interlocks), and that changes price.

5) Screen Size, Discharge Handling & Flake Quality Requirements

A smaller screen produces a smaller flake size, but it can reduce throughput and increase heat. If you plan to wash and pelletize, define the required flake size upfront so the supplier can select the right screen and rotor configuration.

6) Safety, Noise Control & Compliance

Professional buyers often upgrade safety and noise packages for indoor plants: robust guarding, safety switches, lockout points, emergency stops, and (when required) CE/UL-aligned component selection. These options raise capex but reduce operational risk.

Crusher Type Selection: Match the Machine to Your Application

• PET bottles / rigid packaging: prioritize stable flake size and consistent output for washing and sorting.
• Film & soft plastics: prioritize anti-winding design and stable feeding (films often need pre-cutting).
• Pipes & profiles: prioritize torque, rotor strength, and a chamber design that handles long pieces.
• Mixed bulky waste: consider a shredder + crusher combination for stable feeding and higher overall line uptime.

If you process bulky mixed bales, you may need a primary shredder before granulation. See our double shaft shredder for heavy-duty pre-shredding.

Don’t Miss These “Hidden” Costs When Comparing Quotes

• Conveying & automation: infeed conveyor, metal detection, discharge conveying, and storage buffers.
• Utilities: power cabinet, cable runs, water supply (wet crushing), compressed air (if used), and floor foundation.
• Wear parts plan: included spare knives/screens/bearings and lead times for replacements.
• Commissioning & training: installation guidance, operator training, and safe maintenance procedures.
• Downstream process: washing/drying and pelletizing requirements can change the “best” crusher configuration.

For full-system planning, review our PP/PE recycling washing line and plastic pelletizers to align crushing output with washing and extrusion performance.

Fastest Way to Get an Accurate Quote (RFQ Checklist)

Send these details and you’ll receive a faster, more accurate quotation and a better-matched machine:

• Material type(s): PP/PE/PET/PVC/ABS, film or rigid, and typical thickness.
• Input form: bales, loose, lumps, pipes, purgings; max input size (mm).
• Contamination: sand/metal/labels/moisture; clean vs. post-consumer.
• Target capacity: kg/h (and working hours per day).
• Desired output size: screen (mm) or target flake size.
• Wet or dry crushing: and whether the crusher will sit inside a washing line.
• Site standards: voltage/frequency, space limits, and any safety/compliance requirements.

Buying from Rumtoo: What Professional Buyers Usually Ask For

A crusher is a wear-and-uptime machine. Price matters, but support and parts availability decide your long-term cost per ton. Rumtoo focuses on practical engineering support: we help you match rotor/knife/screen design to your material, and we recommend a wear-parts plan so you maintain stable output and predictable operating costs.

If you’d like a matched recommendation (crusher only or full line), contact us here: Request a quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why do two crushers with the same “capacity” have very different prices?
A: Suppliers rate capacity under different materials and screens. Rotor size, knife layout, motor/drive quality, and safety package also change both output stability and cost.

Q: What capacity should I choose if my feedstock changes?
A: Choose based on the most difficult material you expect to run (thick rigid, high contamination, bulky pieces). You can always run an oversized machine at lower loading; an undersized machine will stall and overheat.

Q: Do I need a shredder or a crusher?
A: Use a shredder for bulky, mixed, or tough-to-feed materials (bales, big lumps). Use a crusher/granulator to produce uniform flakes for washing and pelletizing. Many plants use both for best line stability.

Q: How long will a plastic crusher last?
A: With correct operation and scheduled maintenance, the machine structure typically runs for many years. Knife life depends on your material (abrasion/contamination), screen size, and grinding schedule.

Q: What maintenance prevents most downtime?
A: Keep knives sharp, inspect bearings and fasteners, clean the chamber, and monitor motor load/temperature. Stock key wear parts so you don’t stop production waiting for shipping.

Q: Is wet crushing worth it?
A: Wet crushing often reduces dust and improves washing performance for post-consumer plastics. It also requires water management and corrosion-aware design. If your crusher sits inside a wash line, wet granulation is commonly the better choice.

Q: What should I check before placing an order?
A: Confirm the material and screen size used for capacity rating, review the knife steel/heat-treatment and spare parts list, and verify safety guarding and electrical standards for your site.

Conclusion

The best plastic crusher purchase balances price with throughput stability, wear cost, safety, and service. When you compare quotes, focus on your feedstock, knife/rotor design, and the total system (feeding, washing, and pelletizing)—not just the base machine.

Share your material photos/videos and target kg/h, and our engineers will recommend a configuration and a clear quotation: Talk to Rumtoo.