How to Choose an Automatic Noodle Machine for Ramen & Fresh Noodle Shops

Brand: CHINENG — Guangdong Jiushang Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., founded 2014
Last updated: September 20, 2026
Source of specs: Food machinery · Automatic noodle machine

Ramen and fresh-noodle shops often buy a boiler first, then discover the bottleneck is making noodles—not cooking them. An automatic noodle machine extrudes or cuts fresh portions at a published portions per hour rate. It is not a dough sheeter and not a noodle cooker.

In This Guide

• 1. Quick answer — which CHINENG model?

• 2. Who this machine is for

• 3. Size by portions per hour (not seat count)

• 4. CHINENG model comparison

• 5. Sheeter vs noodle machine vs cooker

• 6. Power, footprint, and layout

• 7. Decision tree

• 8. FAQ

• 9. Quote checklist + contact

1. Quick Answer: Which CHINENG Automatic Noodle Machine?

Direct answer: Match peak bowls (portions) per hour and confirm you need a making machine—not only a press or a boiler.

• ~150 portions/h → CN-8115-QZDMTJ-1

• ~180 portions/h → CN-8115-QZDMTJ-2

Both catalog models run 220V / 1 kW, use a 7.5 kg dough bucket, and take about 0.4 m² floor space (main unit + base cabinet). Starting price on the product page is about $2,804 (machine only; excludes shipping, on-site service, and tax).

Get a CHINENG automatic noodle machine quote — send peak portions/hour, noodle style photos, and prep-room voltage.

2. Who This Machine Is For

CHINENG automatic noodle machines suit:

• Ramen, pho-adjacent, and Chinese fresh-noodle counters that portion dough every service

• Small shops that want published portions/hour on a compact ~0.4 m² footprint

• Buyers who already have (or will add) a cooker/boiler and need consistent fresh noodles

Skip this machine if you only cook dried or frozen noodles, or if you only need to roll sheets for dumplings/buns—that is a dough sheeter decision.

3. Size by Portions per Hour (Not Seat Count)

Hand-pulling or hand-cutting fails at the busiest lunch window. Use four steps:

1. Count peak-hour noodle bowls (dine-in + takeaway)

2. Add buffer for changeovers and rework (+20–30%)

3. Match published portions per hour

4. Confirm dough bucket size and blade setup fit your menu

Worked example: A ramen counter sells ~140 bowls in the busiest hour → ×1.25 ≈ 175 portions/h → start with QZDMTJ-2 (180). A 150 portions/h unit may queue during growth.

4. CHINENG Model Comparison

Catalog configuration for both: main unit + base cabinet + bucket + 2 cutting blades + water bucket (with stand). Delivery includes installation kit and cleaning kit (per product page).

5. Sheeter vs Noodle Machine vs Cooker

Many shops need making + cooking. Some dumpling/bao kitchens need a sheeter instead. Do not buy one machine expecting all three jobs.

6. Power, Footprint, and Layout

• Power: both models listed at 220V / 1 kW—easier than heavy 380V wok lines for many small shops

• Space: ~0.4 m² plus aisle for dough loading and portion handling

• Adjacent gear: leave room for a cooker, flour storage, and wash-down

7. Decision Tree

Need fresh noodles every service? → Yes.
Peak ≤ ~150 portions/h → QZDMTJ-1.
Peak closer to ~180+ → QZDMTJ-2.
Only need dough sheets for dumplings/buns → dough sheeter, not this machine.
Already buy dried noodles and only cook → noodle cooker first.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is an automatic noodle machine the same as a dough sheeter?
A: No. A sheeter rolls sheets by kg/h. This machine is rated in portions per hour for making noodles. See the dough sheeter guide.

Q: Does it cook the noodles?
A: No. Plan a cooker/boiler separately (noodle cooker guide).

Q: What comes in the catalog package?
A: Main unit, base cabinet, bucket, 2 cutting blades, water bucket with stand, plus installation and cleaning kits (per product page).

Q: 150 vs 180—when is the step-up worth it?
A: When your buffered peak sits near or above 150 portions/h, or you expect lunch growth without adding a second maker.

9. Quote Checklist + Contact

• Peak bowls / portions per hour (with buffer)

• Noodle style photos or sample thickness/width needs

• Confirm 220V on site

• Whether you also need a sheeter or cooker

• Prep-room photos and aisle width

Quote CHINENG automatic noodle machine · Dough sheeter · Contact CHINENG

Related reading: How to choose a commercial dough sheeter · Commercial noodle cooker selection guide · Commercial dumpling machine buying guide.