The semi-automatic ice cream cone making machine is designed for producing thin and crispy wafer cones used in ice cream and dessert applications. With a mould pressing structure and multi-head design, this machine delivers consistent cone shape, uniform thickness, and stable production performance.
It is suitable for small to medium-sized manufacturers who need flexible capacity, customizable moulds, and reliable operation.
This machine is specifically for wafer cones. It cannot produce sugar cones. For sugar cone production, an egg roll machine with a cone forming machine is required.
Advantages of Wafer Cone Making Machine
- Materials and structure: the ice cream cone machine is made of food-grade material, especially the parts that come into contact with food, to ensure food safety and hygiene during the production process. This material is corrosion-resistant and easy to clean, extending the life of the machine.
- Efficient production: for example, some models can produce 2,000 cones per hour. The high-speed production efficiency can meet commercial needs and is suitable for use in ice cream shops, dessert shops, or food processing plants.
- Size and customization: ability to make cones of different sizes, and molds can be customized to suit different product needs and market preferences.
- Easy to operate: it is easy to learn and can usually be operated by one person, which reduces labor costs and training difficulty.
- Floor space and return on investment: considering the limitations of commercial space, such machines are often compact in design, occupy a small area, and have low investment and quick results, helping to quickly recover costs.
Working Principle of The Ice Cream Cone Making Machine
The machine uses a pressing and mould forming process, not rolling:
- Batter Filling – Pour liquid batter into the lower mould cavities
- Mould Closing – Pull the lever to press the batter with cone cores
- Heating & Baking – Batter solidifies under high temperature
- Mould Opening – Open the mould after baking
- Product Removal – Finished wafer cones are taken out directly
The cone is formed in one step, without additional shaping.
Available Models and Capacity Options
This ice cream cone maker is available in multiple configurations to meet different production needs:
- 2 / 4 / 10 / 12 heads – for small-scale production
- 24 / 32 heads – for medium output
- 40 / 60 heads – for larger production capacity
Typical output ranges from 50 pcs/hour up to 2000 pcs/hour, depending on the model and mould design.
What Type of Ice Cream Cone Machine Can We Make?
One of the key advantages of this machine is flexible mould customization. Different moulds can produce various wafer products:
Standard Cone Shape
- Classic ice cream cone
- Customizable height, diameter, and angle
Cup Shape (Wafer Cup)
- Wide opening with flat bottom
- Suitable for ice cream, desserts, or fruit cups
Flower Edge Cup
- Decorative top edge
- Suitable for premium or retail products
Mini Cone
Small-sized cones for snacks or sampling
Custom Designs
Moulds can be customized based on your requirements:
- Size and dimensions
- Surface patterns (grid, stripes, etc.)
- Logo embossing
- Special shapes
Technical Parameters of All Wafer Cone Machines
The number in the model name (e.g. 02, 04, 32, 40) indicates how many ice cream cones can be produced at one time.
Our ice cream cone making machine is semi-automatic, meaning it requires a worker to operate it, regardless of the machine model.
All models support electric heating only.
| Model | TZ-02 | TZ-04 | TZ-10 | TZ-12 | TZ-24 | TZ-24C | TZ-32 | TZ-32C | TZ-40 | TZ-40C | TZ-60 |
| Voltage(v) | 220 | 220 | 220 | 220 | 220/380 | 220/380 | 220/380 | 220/380 | 220 | 220/380 | 380 |
| Power(kW) | 1.5 | 2.4 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 13.5 | 15 | 12 | 18 | 26.8 |
| Capacity(pcs/h) | 50-60 | 100-120 | 250-300 | 300-350 | 600-800 | 600-800 | 800-1000 | 800-1000 | 1200-1400 | 1200-1400 | 1800-2000 |
| Shapes | Horns/Torch/ Cup | Horns/Torch/ Cup | Horns/Torch/ Cup | Only Horns | Horns/Empty Cup | Horns/Torch/ Cup | Horns/Empty Cup | Horns/Torch/ Cup | Mini Horns/Torch | Horns/Empty | Horns/Torch/ Cup |
| Machine Size(mm) | 450*350*700 | 530*430*650 | 760*600*1050 | 800*700*880 | 1050*800*900 | 730*800*1370 | 1200*800*900 | 880*800*1380 | 800*700*880 | 1080*800*1140 | 1550*1000*2000 |
| Packing Size(mm) | 500*400*770 | 570*520*770 | 970*680*1200 | 940*760*1070 | 1140*960*1150 | 890*820*1500 | 1280*960*1150 | 900*1000*1540 | 940*760*1070 | 1180*920*1650 | 1650*1150*2400 |
| Net Weight(kg) | 45 | 80 | 200 | 180 | 280 | 350 | 320 | 450 | 240 | 600 | 1400 |
| Model Size(mm) | 160*108*176 | 302*105*176 | 405*195*185 | 450*190*176 | 574*260*176 | 574*260*176 | 570*330*176 | 570*330*176 | / | / | / |
| Packing Size(mm) | 190*138*210 | 332*140*210 | 435*225*217 | 480*220*210 | 620*320*220 | 620*320*220 | 620*380*220 | 620*380*220 | / | / | / |
| Net Weight(kg) | 23 | 34 | 98 | 114 | 200 | 200 | 225 | 225 | / | / | / |
Key Components of Ice Cream Cone Maker
Based on the actual equipment structure, this machine adopts a press-type forming system, consisting of:
Upper Mould with Cone Cores
The upper mould is equipped with multiple cone-shaped cores that directly determine:
- Cone inner diameter
- Shape and angle
- Final structure
Lower Baking Mould
The lower plate contains multiple cavities where batter is poured and baked.
Heating System
usually includes electric heating wire, gas burner, or infrared heating element, which is used to heat the ice cream cone mold quickly and evenly, ensuring that the cone skin is baked to golden brown and maintains appropriate crispness.
Control System
The ice cream cone making machine is equipped with an electronic control system that can preset and adjust parameters such as temperature and time. The batter is injected into the same special mold to ensure the consistency and quality of the cone. The wafer cone machine only requires one worker to operate.
Molding System
The mold inside the commercial ice cream maker is designed in the shape of a cone. We provide different cone shapes, the common ones are torch type, horn type, and cup type.
Important: Wafer Cone vs Sugar Cone
Understanding this difference is essential before purchasing:
Wafer Cone
- Thin and light
- Formed by mould pressing
- Produced by this ice cream cone making machine
Sugar Cone
- Thicker and harder
- Requires rolling and secondary forming
- Not suitable for this machine
Recommended solution for sugar cones: Egg Roll Machine + Cone Forming Machine
FAQ of ice cream cone making machine
Can the voltage be customized?
We provide voltage customization services, customized according to the voltage standards of the customer’s location.
Which accessories are wearing parts and can be easily replaced?
Our machines are stable and durable. However, some parts need to be replaced regularly due to frequent use and their own reasons: scrapers, feeders, long electric heating tubes, and short electric heating tubes.
Is the finished product soft wafer cone or crispy cone?
It is wafer cone. If you want to make crispy cones, we recommend that you buy our sugar cone making machine. The finished product is crispy.
Welcome to Consult More Details
The semi-automatic ice cream cone making machine is a practical solution for producing consistent, high-quality wafer cones with flexible mould options and multiple capacity choices.
With models ranging from 2 to 60 heads, it can meet different production requirements while allowing easy customization of cone shapes.
If you are planning to start or expand wafer cone production, this machine offers a reliable and cost-effective option.
Contact us to get detailed specifications, mould options, and pricing based on your production needs.