Based on the centrifuge principle, the particles are spun against the outside wall of the separator and gravitate downwards in a spiral path into the sedimentation tank. Clean water moves upwards to the center of the spiral towards the top outlet. The sedimentation tank is drained automatically without interfering with the function of the hydrocyclone.
The velocity at which the water flows through the separator determines the efficiency at which the particles are separated from the water.
The loss between the inlet and outlet of the separator ranges from 3 to 7 psi.
A tester can help in determining the need for a separator. If valves from 2 to 20 ppm are measured, a separator is recommended.
The flow during operation of the system needs to be fairly constant to ensure effectiveness of separator.
The drain valve should be automatic with high parts per million of sand.
Installation and Operation Guidelines
Unit must be installed vertically with sedimentation tank under the hydrocyclone.
The sedimentation tank should be drained when it is one-third full.
Do not let sedimentation tank get filled more than one-half it’s volume. Failure may cause corrosion and void the manufacturer’s warranty.
The sedimentation tank can be flushed manually or automatically with the addition of an electric valve and timer.
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