CINC Introduces Two Liquid Separation Products
In response to demand for liquid-liquid separations products for development-scale processes, CINC (Carson City, Nev.) has introduced a new liquid-liquid centrifugal separator, the Model V-2. The separator is ideal for research and development projects, scaleup, or process engineers new to centrifugal separations. The V-2 has a combined process flow of up to 0.5 gpm, a throughput the company claims is ideal for modeling larger processes or experimentation.
CINC centrifugal separators mix and split liquid process streams containing immiscible fluids. Outside the centrifuge rotor, fluids rapidly mix by shear between the rotor wall and housing surface. Inside the rotor, fluids separate by centrifugal force based on the difference in their densities. The self-pumping action of the rotor allows real time separation at the pumping rate, operating in either continuous or intermittent (batch type) operation.
The V-2 is also available in a low-mix configuration for separating shear-sensitive fluids. Like CINC's larger units (V-5, V-10, and V-20 with throughputs of 6, 30, and 200 gpm, respectively), the V-2 can be used for oil-water or other liquid phase separations, solvent extraction processes, and aqueous washes over a wide range of pH conditions.
The V-2 features a 9 inch x 9 inch footprint and stands just 25 inches high (including the motor). Input and output fittings are 3/8 inch. The unit operates on 1/6 HP at 110 or 220 VAC.
CINC Separators use centrifugal force to separate liquids of different densities. This technology includes the ability to act as a contactor for mixing, washing, or extraction applications. A low mixing option is also available for shear sensitive fluids.
Where periodic buildup of solids on rotor internals interferes with liquid phase separations, CINC offers a new clean-in-place (CIP) rotor design. Working with customers worldwide, CINC developed the CIP design for applications in which either solids build up or where thorough washing of the rotor is required to avoid cross contamination between batches. The CIP design allows the operator to pressure-wash all the internal surfaces of the rotor, with no disassembly, through the use of a rotary union attached to the rotor tail shaft. Cleaning, which is fully automated (requiring downtime of less than 10 minutes), involves: stopping product feed, stopping the rotor, opening the drain, introduce cleaning solution, and flushing.
For more information on liquid-liquid separations, contact:
David Meikrantz, Director of Technology, CINC,
3535 Arrowhead Dr., Carson City, NV 89706.
Tel: 702-885-5080.