Description:
A combination of refined oil, water and air enters the vessel, the flow is directed to the spherical end of the vessel where primary separation occurs and then flows through the vessel where it meets the coalescer.
At the secondary separating section, the fluids are allowed to slow down and separate by gravity. The water being the heaviest in gravity stays at the bottom while the oil floats on top and the gas occupies the void space in the vessel.
Demonstration Capabilities
- Learn basic principles of control and operation of a three-phase separator
- Effect of varying operating conditions on separation
- Effect of step change on overall process
- Effect of gravity separation on small ∆SG
- Effect of continuous-phase medium on droplet size and separation
- Variation of water cut to show the effect on separation and residence time
- Effect of flow rate on emulsion formation
- Evaluation of emulsion chemistry possible (stable & unstable emulsion)
- Effect of water-oil ratio on residence time
- The effect of density difference on separation
Specification
- Two design configurations supplied as standard (interface controller & weir and bucket & weir)
- Compact / self-contained* floor standing unit
- Computer controlled via optional LCD touchscreen (or user-supplied PC with USB interface)
- Integrated data logging
- Clear acrylic vessel for complete visualisation of the process (300mm x 900mm)
- Adjustable interface controller to suit different oils
- Adjustable bucket weir height
- Adjustable weir height enables compatibility with a variety of oils
- Mist extractor (demister pad) – Small scale and mounted externally to the main vessel, does not obscure the visibility of the separation process
- Optical liquid level sensors x3
- Colaescer x2
- Feed tanks x2
- Drain connection with valve for draining / cleaning the unit
- Electronic flow meters x3
- Temperature sensors x3
- Non-return valves x2
- Feed pumps x3
- Mains isolating switch
- Electric control panel in main cabinet with earth leakage circuit breaker
- Anti-syphon system on the air-stream
- A comprehensive instruction manual with details of installation, operating procedures and sample experiments
Technical Details
- Clear acrylic vessel: 300mm x 900mm
- Water flow meter range: 0-25 l/min
- Refined oil flow meter range: 0-25 l/min
- Air flow meter: 0-10 l/min
- Feed tanks capacity: 50l
- Water pump range: 0-15 l/min
- Refined oil: 0-9 l/min
