Milk Cream Centrifugal Separator 3 Phase Decanter Centrifuge Dairy Processing

• Customization: Available
• After-sales Service: 24 Hours on Line
• Warranty: 12monthes
• Model NO.: LW
• Separation Mode: Sedimentation Type
• Operating Type: Continuous Type
• Installation: Horizontal
• Centrifuge Type: Horizontal Spiral Centrifuge
• Pressure: Low Pressure
• Condition: New
• Material: SS304 or SS316 L
• Motor: ABB
• Inverter: ABB
• Touch Screen: Siemens
• Transport Package: Wooden Cases
• Specification: 2065*1050*800
• Trademark: SHENZHOU
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 8421192000
• Production Capacity: 500sets

Product Description

A decanter centrifuge is a type of centrifuge that is It is a continuous process that uses centrifugal force to separate the two components. The mixture is fed into the centrifuge, and the solids are separated from the liquids by the centrifugal force generated by the spinning of the centrifuge

When it comes to separating solid/liquid mixes with a high solids content, decanter centrifuges are the way to go. These solid-shell scroll centrifuges or decanters, unlike chamber filter presses, run continuously. The finely distributed solid particles are separated from the suspension by strong centrifugal forces.

Decanters are useful in a wide variety of industries throughout the world. The centrifuges are optimally adapted for the specific application. Applications range from sludge dewatering to classification or wet classification to the sorting of solids.

To obtain optimum results, solid bowl decanter centrifuges must be custom designed to suit specific separation processes.
 

• A decanter centrifuge is a type of centrifuge that is used to separate solids from liquids in a mixture. It is a continuous process that uses centrifugal force to separate the two components. 
• The mixture is fed into the centrifuge, and the solids are separated from the liquids by the centrifugal force generated by the spinning of the centrifuge. 
• The separated solids and liquids are then discharged from the centrifuge through separate outlets.
• Decanter centrifuges are used in a wide range of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, and environmental engineering. 
• They are particularly useful for separating solids that are too fine or too dense to be effectively separated by other methods, such as sedimentation or filtration. 
• Decanter centrifuges are also used to dewater sludge and to separate emulsions.
• They are known for their high efficiency, low maintenance requirements, and ability to handle large volumes of material.

• A decanter centrifuge operates on the idea of separation via buoyancy. A component with a greater density would naturally sink to the bottom of a combination, while a less dense component would float on top. Continuous spinning enhances the velocity of settling in a decanter centrifuge, creating a g-force comparable to between 1000 and 4000 G's. This drastically decreases the settling period of the components, so that mixtures that formerly required hours to settle can now be settled in a matter of seconds using a decanter centrifuge. This method of separation produces faster and more manageable outcomes.

  A decanter is just a sedimentation tank wrapped around an axis. Solid particles that are heavier than liquid move to the bottom of the sedimentation tank by gravity and form a sediment (solid phase) at the bottom. A wine decanter, for example, can be thought of as a sediment vessel. The solid and liquid phases of a centrifuge are separated by centrifugal acceleration. The solid particles, which have a higher density and are hence heavier than the liquid, migrate outwards in the centrifuge's revolving bowl due to centrifugal force. The sediment forms on the inside of the centrifuge bowl's inner wall. The separation of solid particles from liquid is more faster and more efficient in a centrifuge because centrifugal forces of roughly 3000 g are applied instead of 1 g in a gravitational field.
  
   

  Model	(Diameter)mm	Length mm	Rotation speed(Rpm)	separation factor	capacity	Main motor	Vice motor	Weight (Kg)
  LW250*1000	250	1000	4800	2722	0.5-5	7.5	4	950
  LW300*1200	300	1200	4000	2688	1-8	11	7.5	1350
  LW355*1160	355	1160	3600	2576	2-8	15	7.5	1400
  LW355*1460	355	1460	3600	2576	2-10	15	7.5	1800
  LW355*1460H	355	1460	3600	2576	2-10	15	7.5	2000
  LW420*1750	420	1750	3200	2406	4-20	30	11	3000
  LW450*1600	450	1600	3200	2578	5-25	30	11	3500
  LW450*1800	450	1800	3200	2578	5-28	37	22	3600
  LW450*2000	450	2000	3000	2266	5-30	37	22	3800
  LW500*1800	500	1800	3000	2517	10-32	45	22	4300
  LW500*2000	500	2000	3000	2517	10-35	45	22	4500
  LW550*1800	550	1800	3000	2769	10-40	45	22	4800
  LW550*2200	550	2200	2800	2412	10-45	45	22	5000
  LW650*1750	650	1750	2000	1454	20-50	90	30	6000
  LW650*2000	650	2000	2000	1454	20-55	90	30	6200
  LW720*2000	720	2000	1800	1450	40-100	110	55	10000

  Using a 3 phase decanter centrifuge, it is feasible to separate three stages in a single operation. For instance, oil and water, which cannot be combined due to their differing densities, are separated from a solids phase. Between the layer of oil and the layer of solids, water gathers in the middle. Thus, the two liquids can be sucked from the decanter after being separated. As in 2-phase separation, the solids are conveyed via the scroll to the discharge holes.

  Typical applications of three-phase separation include the manufacture of edible oils like olive oil, the processing of oil sludge, and the creation of biodiesel, among others.

 

There are several key parts of a decanter centrifuge that work together to separate solids from liquids. These parts include:

1.  This is the main component of the centrifuge. It is a cylindrical container that spins on a horizontal axis. The mixture to be separated is fed into the bowl through a feed pipe, and the separated solids and liquids are discharged through separate outlets.
2. The scroll is a helical screw that is mounted inside the bowl. It is driven by a motor, and it rotates at a slightly slower speed than the bowl. The scroll conveys the solids towards the outer wall of the bowl, where they are separated from the liquids by the centrifugal force.
3. This is an outlet located on the outer wall of the bowl that is used to discharge the separated solids.
4. This is an outlet located on the bottom of the bowl that is used to discharge the separated liquids.
5.  This includes the motor and other components that are used to drive the bowl and scroll.
6.  This includes the sensors and other components that are used to monitor and control the operation of the centrifuge.
7.  This includes the frame and other structural components that support the bowl and other parts of the centrifuge.
8. This is a pipe that is used to feed the mixture into the bowl of the centrifuge.
9.  This is a pump that is used to feed the mixture into the feed pipe at a constant rate.
10.  This includes the sensors and other components that are used to monitor and control the flow of the mixture into the centrifuge.

1. The slurry is brought into the centrifuge through an intake pipe and onto a conveyor.
2. Utilizing an internal feed compartment, the conveyor moves the slurry through a nozzle into the bowl.
3. The bowl rotates at high speeds to induce centrifugal forces.
4. High speed rotation separates the solid material from the liquid in a matter of seconds.
5. The conveyor delivers the solid material upwards where it is discharged through a nozzle.
6. The solid material removed, the purified liquid is released from a separate output. The ability to purify a liquid makes decanter centrifuges ideal for waste water treatment facilities. However, there are variety of industries for which such centrifuges play an important role. Similar to other decanter equipment, centrifuges are simple to install and do not require a foundation to build upon. Their efficiency saves time and materials and is an essential component for many blue collar industries.

7. There are several characteristics of the decanter centrifuge process that make it an effective method for separating solids from liquids. These characteristics include:

8. : Decanter centrifuges can operate continuously, allowing for a continuous flow of material to be processed. This makes them suitable for high-volume applications.
9.  Decanter centrifuges are able to separate solids and liquids with a high degree of efficiency, making them an effective method for separating fine or dense solids that are difficult to separate by other methods.
10.  The separation parameters of decanter centrifuges, such as the speed and angle of the bowl and scroll, can be adjusted to optimize the separation process for different types of materials.
11.  Decanter centrifuges require relatively low maintenance, making them a cost-effective choice for many applications.
12. Decanter centrifuges can be used to separate a wide range of materials, including liquids with different densities, suspensions, and emulsions.
13.  Decanter centrifuges are generally more energy efficient than other methods of separation, such as filtration and sedimentation, as they require less energy to operate.
14.  Decanter centrifuges are relatively compact and can be easily integrated into existing process systems.

The to-be-processed separation medium can be fed into the centre of the infeed chamber of the scroll, where it is accelerated, via the feed. Residence time will be influenced by the throughput.

In the decanter bowl, the separating medium reaches its maximum speed, forcing solids to settle on the bowl's inner circle. The bowl is characterised by its cylindrical or conical shape.

A gear mechanism on industrial decanter centrifuges generates a speed differential between the decanter bowl and the scroll. The differential speed dictates the amount of solids in the outfeed.

Pond depth / Weir discs

In a decanter centrifuge, the clarified liquid flows to the cylindrical end of the bowl, where it exits through perforations in the bowl cover. These apertures contain precisely adjustable weir discs/plates that allow the bowl's pond depth to be adjusted. The weir discs determine the bowl's filling volume.

Decanter centrifuges are used in a wide range of industries and applications, including:

1. Decanter centrifuges are used to separate chemical products and by-products, such as acids, alkalis, and solvents. They are also used to purify and dewater chemical products, such as polymers and resins.
2. Decanter centrifuges are used to separate pharmaceutical products and by-products, such as drugs, excipients, and intermediates. They are also used to purify and dewater pharmaceutical products, such as proteins and enzymes.
3.  Decanter centrifuges are used to separate food products and by-products, such as milk, juice, and fruit puree. They are also used to purify and dewater food products, such as cheese and yogurt.
4.  Decanter centrifuges are used to treat and dewater sludge and other waste materials in wastewater treatment plants. They are also used to separate oil and water in oil spill cleanup operations.
5. Decanter centrifuges are used to separate oil, water, and solids in drilling and production operations. They are also used to purify and dewater crude oil and other petroleum products.
6. Decanter centrifuges are used to separate minerals and other solids from water and other liquids in ore processing and beneficiation operations.
7.  Decanter centrifuges are used to dewater coal and other fuels in power generation operations.
8.  Decanter centrifuges are used to dewater pulp and paper sludge in paper mills.
9.  Decanter centrifuges are also used in other industries, such as automotive, aviation, and aerospace, to separate and purify a variety of materials.

• Decanter centrifuges offer a tidy appearance and minimal to no odour issues.
• The device is not only simple to instal and quick to start up and shut down, but it also requires a little operating area compared to other competitive methods.
• The decanter centrifuge is adaptable due to the fact that the bowl portion and cone angle can be altered to accommodate various applications. In addition, the system can be pre-programmed with multiple design curves to predict the sludge type, but competing methods, such as a belt filter press, cannot adjust the belt type to accommodate different sludge types. [4] Its adaptability enables the machine to perform multiple activities, such as thickening and dewatering.
• The machine's throughput capacity is more than that of smaller machines.
• This also reduces the required quantity of units.
• The gadget is straightforward to optimise and operate due to the small number of significant variables and dependable feedback data.
• In comparison to other processes, the decanter centrifuge has lower labour costs because it requires minimal constant maintenance and operator attention.
• In comparison to competing processes such as the belt filter process, the decanter centrifuge offers greater process flexibility and superior performance.

• The decanter centrifuge is unable to separate biological materials, such as cells and viruses, with very minor density changes. The tubular-bowl centrifuge is a competitive method capable of separating these difficult-to-separate solids.
• The machine can be extremely noisy and vibrational.
• Due to the device's high G-forces, its energy consumption is significant.
• The centrifuge decanter has substantial equipment expenses. Hard surfacing and abrasion protection materials are required for the scroll in order to prevent wear and, consequently, maintenance.

A centrifuge is a machine that uses centrifugal force to separate solids from liquids or to separate components of a mixture based on their densities. A decanter centrifuge is a type of centrifuge that is specifically designed to separate solids from liquids in a continuous process.

There are several key differences between a general centrifuge and a decanter centrifuge:

1.  Decanter centrifuges are designed for continuous operation, meaning that they can process a continuous flow of material. Other types of centrifuges, such as batch centrifuges, process material in batches.

1. Decanter centrifuges have a scroll, which is a helical screw that is mounted inside the bowl and rotates at a slightly slower speed than the bowl. The scroll conveys the solids towards the outer wall of the bowl, where they are separated from the liquids by the centrifugal force. Other types of centrifuges may not have a scroll or may have a different type of conveyor system.
2.  Decanter centrifuges have a solids discharge port located on the outer wall of the bowl, which is used to discharge the separated solids. Other types of centrifuges may have a different method of discharging the solids.
3. : Decanter centrifuges are primarily used to separate solids from liquids, while other types of centrifuges may be used for a wider range of applications, such as separating components of a mixture based on their densities or purifying liquids.

Overall, decanter centrifuges are a specialized type of centrifuge that is specifically designed for separating solids from liquids in a continuous process. Other types of centrifuges may have different design features and may be used for different purposes.

 

A decanter centrifuge is a machine that is used to separate solids from liquids in a mixture. It is a continuous process that uses centrifugal force to separate the two components. Decanter centrifuges are used in a wide range of industries and applications, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, environmental engineering, oil and gas, mining and mineral processing, power generation, and pulp and paper.
Some specific examples of what a decanter centrifuge may be used for include:
Separating chemicals, such as acids, alkalis, and solvents, in the chemical industry
Separating pharmaceutical products, such as drugs and excipients, in the pharmaceutical industry
Separating food products, such as milk and juice, in the food processing industry
Treating and dewatering sludge in wastewater treatment plants in the environmental engineering industry
Separating oil, water, and solids in drilling and production operations in the oil and gas industry
Separating minerals and other solids from water and other liquids in ore processing and beneficiation operations in the mining and mineral processing industry
Dewatering coal and other fuels in power generation operations
Dewatering pulp and paper sludge in paper mills in the pulp and paper industry

Yes, a decanter is a type of centrifuge. A centrifuge is a machine that uses centrifugal force to separate solids from liquids or to separate components of a mixture based on their densities. A decanter centrifuge is a specialized type of centrifuge that is specifically designed to separate solids from liquids in a continuous process.
Decanter centrifuges are characterized by their continuous operation, the presence of a scroll (a helical screw that rotates at a slightly slower speed than the bowl and conveys the solids towards the outer wall of the bowl), and a solids discharge port located on the outer wall of the bowl. They are used in a wide range of industries and applications, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, environmental engineering, oil and gas, mining and mineral processing, power generation, and pulp and paper.

The word "decanter" refers to a container with a wide base and a narrow neck, typically used for storing and serving wine. In the context of a decanter centrifuge, the term "decanter" refers to the shape of the bowl, which is similar to a wine decanter. The bowl of a decanter centrifuge is a cylindrical container with a wide base and a narrow neck, and it spins on a horizontal axis.
The use of the term "decanter" in relation to a centrifuge may have originated from the fact that decanter centrifuges are often used to separate liquids with different densities, such as wine and sediment. In this case, the centrifuge bowl would be similar in shape to a wine decanter and would be used to separate the clear liquid (wine) from the sediment (lees) at the bottom of the decanter.