For single-serve portion formats (5-30g sugar, salt, spices, coffee, sauce), a sachet machine in 2026 costs $7,000-$10,000 for the Lintyco LTC320 (4-8 lane, 40-100 bpm) — the reference for QSR portion packs, sample sizes, and emerging-market retail. Industry-wide standalone sachet equipment ranges $12,000-$35,000 single-lane and $25,000-$60,000 multi-lane for 80-200 bpm.
CapEx depends on: (1) number of lanes (4 vs 6 vs 8 — each adds $3-5k), (2) filler type (auger for powder, piston for liquid), (3) film width and barrier requirements, (4) print registration (simple optical vs full servo registration for printed film). Plan 10-15% of CapEx annually for sealing jaw replacement, film knife sharpening, and lane reconfiguration.
Cost Breakdown
CapEx → running cost
| Cost Component | Typical Range |
| Capital expenditure (CapEx) | $7,000 - $10,000 |
| Annual maintenance | $1,200 - $3,200 |
| Energy consumption | 2.0 - 5.5 kWh/hour |
| Labor per shift | 1 operator |
Benchmarks at a Glance
2026 data
Typical Speed
40-100 (total across lanes)
Price Range
$7,000 - $10,000 (Lintyco LTC320)
Industry Note
Sachet ROI runs 10-12 months in QSR and foodservice supply (high per-unit margin); 14-18 months for emerging-market retail where per-sachet prices are $0.02-0.05.
Buying Decision Factors
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Number of lanes: 4-lane is the entry point ($12-18k). 6-lane ($18-25k) doubles throughput. 8-lane ($25-35k) is the sweet spot for QSR portion packs. Each additional lane adds $3-5k and 30-50 bpm.
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Filler integration: Powder sachets need auger heads ($3-5k per lane). Liquid sachets need piston heads ($4-7k per lane). Granule products use volumetric cups ($1.5-3k per lane). Match the filler to your product or accept inaccuracy.
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Sachet format: 4-side-seal (most common, tamper-evident) vs 3-side-seal (cheaper, slower) vs stick pack (tall narrow — needs dedicated stick-pack machine). Format changeover takes 60-120 minutes.
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Print registration: Optical eye registration ($500-1,500 add) tracks printed film for accurate cut placement. Servo registration ($3-5k add) handles complex graphics and reduces film waste by 2-4%.
Products That Use a Sachet Machine
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Frequently Asked Questions
Single-lane or multi-lane sachet machine?
Single-lane (40-60 bpm) suits trial, sample, and small-volume retail at $7-10k entry (Lintyco LTC320). Multi-lane (80-200 bpm) is required for QSR supply and high-volume emerging-market retail. Payback on the multi-lane premium is typically 6-9 months at 70%+ utilization.
Can a sachet machine run both powder and liquid?
Yes, but each product needs a dedicated filler head. Swapping an auger head for a piston head takes 60-90 minutes, including calibration. For mixed production, consider a dual-head machine or two dedicated sachet machines.
What sachet materials are compatible?
Standard: PET/PE (clear or printed) for dry products. Paper/PE for eco-friendly branding. Foil laminate (PET/AL/PE) for moisture-sensitive products (instant coffee, milk powder). Film width: 50-150mm typical.
How accurate is the fill weight on a sachet machine?
Auger heads: ±0.5-1.5% on a 10g sachet (±0.05-0.15g). Piston heads: ±0.5-1% on a 10ml liquid sachet. Volumetric cups: ±2-3%. For a 5g sachet, ±0.5% equals ±0.025g — well within legal tolerance.
Why are my sachet seals failing?
Check: (1) sealing jaw temperature (140-170°C for PE), (2) jaw pressure consistency, (3) film contamination at seal point (product dust, oil), (4) film thickness variation. Seal failure above 1-2% indicates jaw wear or temperature drift.
How fast can I change sachet formats?
Same-size format change (graphics only): 10-20 minutes. Different size (e.g., 50mm to 80mm wide): 60-90 minutes — swap forming tubes, sealing jaws, and recalibrate filler. Tool-less changeover kits cut this to 30-45 minutes.
What is the typical energy consumption?
4-lane sachet machine draws 2-3.5 kWh during operation (servo drives, sealing heaters, controls). At $0.12/kWh, that's $0.24-$0.42/hour. Annual energy at 2,000 hours: $480-$840.