Pea sheller

Pea Sheller

A Pea Sheller, also known as a pea huller or pea thresher, is a mechanical device used to remove the outer shell or hull from peas. This process is known as shelling or threshing. Pea shellers are commonly used in both commercial and home settings to expedite the process of preparing peas for consumption or storage.

History

The first mechanical pea shellers were developed during the Industrial Revolution, as part of a broader trend towards mechanization in agriculture. Prior to this, peas were typically shelled by hand, a labor-intensive process that limited the scale of pea cultivation.

Types of Pea Shellers

There are several types of pea shellers, including manual, electric, and gas-powered models. Manual pea shellers are typically smaller and less expensive, but require more physical effort to operate. Electric and gas-powered pea shellers are larger and more expensive, but can shell peas more quickly and with less effort.

Manual Pea Shellers

Manual pea shellers typically consist of a pair of rollers, between which the peas are passed. The rollers are turned by a hand crank, and the pressure exerted by the rollers cracks the pea pods, allowing the peas to be separated from the hull.

Electric and Gas-Powered Pea Shellers

Electric and gas-powered pea shellers operate on the same basic principle as manual models, but use a motor to turn the rollers. This allows them to shell peas more quickly and with less effort, making them a popular choice for commercial operations.

Uses

Pea shellers are used in a variety of settings, from home gardens to commercial farms. They are particularly useful in regions where peas are a major crop, such as the Southern United States and parts of Europe.

See Also

• Agricultural machinery
• Threshing
• Pea