The document provides specifications for a centrifugal-action vortex separator. It must remove at least 98% of particles between 50-200 mesh with a specific gravity of 2.6 or higher from a fluid with a viscosity of 100 SSU or less. The separator uses tangential inlets and slots to promote a vortex that separates particles from the fluid. Separated particles spiral into a collection chamber below a vortex deflector and are automatically purged through a motorized ball valve or pneumatic pinch valve controlled by a programmable solid-state controller. The separator must be certified to meet NSF-61 requirements and manufactured by LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions.
The document provides specifications for a centrifugal-action vortex separator. It must remove at least 98% of particles between 50-200 mesh with a specific gravity of 2.6 or higher from a fluid with a viscosity of 100 SSU or less. The separator uses tangential inlets and slots to promote a vortex that separates particles from the fluid. Separated particles spiral into a collection chamber below a vortex deflector and are automatically purged through a motorized ball valve or pneumatic pinch valve controlled by a programmable solid-state controller. The separator must be certified to meet NSF-61 requirements and manufactured by LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions.
The document provides specifications for a centrifugal-action vortex separator. It must remove at least 98% of particles between 50-200 mesh with a specific gravity of 2.6 or higher from a fluid with a viscosity of 100 SSU or less. The separator uses tangential inlets and slots to promote a vortex that separates particles from the fluid. Separated particles spiral into a collection chamber below a vortex deflector and are automatically purged through a motorized ball valve or pneumatic pinch valve controlled by a programmable solid-state controller. The separator must be certified to meet NSF-61 requirements and manufactured by LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions.
The document provides specifications for a centrifugal-action vortex separator. It must remove at least 98% of particles between 50-200 mesh with a specific gravity of 2.6 or higher from a fluid with a viscosity of 100 SSU or less. The separator uses tangential inlets and slots to promote a vortex that separates particles from the fluid. Separated particles spiral into a collection chamber below a vortex deflector and are automatically purged through a motorized ball valve or pneumatic pinch valve controlled by a programmable solid-state controller. The separator must be certified to meet NSF-61 requirements and manufactured by LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions.
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PWC Separator – Sample Specifications
Separator Type & Performance
The removal of specific unwanted solids from a pumped/pressurized fluid flow system shall be accomplished with a centrifugal-action vortex separator. Solids removal efficiency is principally predicated on the difference in specific gravity between the liquid and the solids. Fluid viscosity must be 100 SSU or less.
Performance Requirement Separator performance must be supported by published independent test results from a recognized and identified test agency. Standard test protocol in water of upstream injection, downstream capture and separator purge recovery is allowed with 50-200 mesh particles with a specific gravity of 2.6 to enable effective, repeatable results. Single-pass test performance must not be less than 98% removal. Model tested must be of the same design series as specified unit.
Separator Design & Function
A tangential inlet and mutually tangential internal accelerating slots shall be employed to promote the proper velocity necessary for the removal of the separable solids. The internal accelerating slots shall be spiral-cut (Swirlex) for optimum flow transfer, laminar action and particle injection into the separation barrel. The separator's internal vortex shall allow this process to occur without wear to the accelerating slots.
Separated particle matter shall spiral downward along the perimeter of the inner separation barrel, in a manner that does not promote wear of the separation barrel, and into the solids collection chamber, located below the vortex deflector stool.
To insure maximum particle removal characteristics, the separator shall incorporate a vortex- induced pressure relief line (Vortube), drawing fluid from the separator's solids collection chamber via the outlet flow's vortex/venturi effect, thereby efficiently encouraging solids into the collection chamber without requiring a continuous underflow or excessive system fluid loss.
System fluid shall exit the separator by following the center vortex in the separation barrel and spiral upward to the separator outlet.
Purging (as a specified option)
Evacuation of separated solids shall be accomplished automatically, employing a dedicated
solid-state controller in a NEMA 4 housing. Available for worldwide single-phase voltages of 24VAC to 250VAC. Programming options to include a purge frequency range of every 60 seconds to every 23 hours, 59 minutes. Purge duration options range from 2 seconds to 59 minutes, 59 seconds. Non-volatile memory. Meets CSA requirements. This controller shall automatically operate one of the following techniques:
Motorized Ball Valve - A full-port, electrically-actuated valve shall be programmed at appropriate
intervals and duration in order to efficiently and regularly purge solids from the separator's
LS-023 (10/12) collection chamber. Valve body shall be bronze (optional stainless steel also available). Valve ball shall be stainless steel with sealant tape. Valve size: ______
Pneumatic Pinch Valve - Compressed air shall be provided to actuate this full-port valve at appropriate intervals and duration in order to efficiently and regularly purge solids from the separator's collection chamber. System shall include a pressure regulator for proper modulation of air pressure. Valve liner is natural gum rubber (other liner materials available). Valve size: ______
Separator Details A. Inlet & outlet shall be ANSI-type flanges, size: __________
B. Purge outlet be female NPT threaded, size:1.5 inches
C. The separator shall operate within a flow range of: __________
D. Pressure loss shall be between 2 - 15 psi (.13 – 1.03 bar), remaining constant, varying only when the flow rate changes.
E. Included shall be pressure gauges with petcock valves for both the inlet and outlet of the separator.
Separator Construction & NSF-61 Certification
The separator shall feature the following access capabilities for either inspection or the removal of unusual solids/debris:
A hand-hole port at the collection chamber, with EPDM gasket
The separator shall be of uni-shell construction with A-36, A-53 Gr B or equivalent quality carbon steel, minimum thickness of 0.25 inches (6.35 mm). Maximum operating pressure shall be 150 psi (10.3 bar), unless specified otherwise.
Paint coating shall be spray-on Medium Gray
The separator design shall be certified by the NSF to meet its NSF-61 requirements.
Separator Source & Identification
The separator shall be manufactured by LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions,
a division of Claude Laval Corporation in Fresno, California USA.
