Distillation Columns

Advanced distillation system with computer-linked instrumentation and control allowing operators to handle operating data with powerful software packages.

Advanced distillation system with computer-linked instrumentation and control allowing operators to handle operating data with powerful software packages.

• Electrically heated reboiler with sufficient capacity for up to two hours of batch operation
• Reboiler heater protected against overheating with low level alarm
• Overhead condenser with cooling water flow measurement and adjustment
• Condensate collecting vessel with double overflow weirs for immiscible liquid separation
• Solenoid operated reflux return valve (0%-100% reflux, electrically adjustable)
• Sampling points throughout the system for composition analyses
• Differential manometer measuring column pressure drop
• Vacuum system enabling distillation studies at reduced pressures down to 200mbar
• Materials: glass, stainless steel, PTFE or solvent-resistant materials
• Maximum operating temperature inside the column: at least 130°C
• Fourteen thermocouple sensors at strategic positions
• Two 5 litre feed vessels with rapid changeover capability
• Peristaltic feed pump range: 0-0.25 litres/minute
• Bottom product heat exchanger (water cooled or feed pre-heater)
• Dosing feed vessel for continuous addition of third liquid component

• Electrically heated reboiler for reliable operation
• Vacuum system for reduced pressure distillation
• Dual feed vessel system for step change studies
• Azeotropic distillation capability
• Multiple thermocouple monitoring for accurate temperature control
• Immiscible liquid separation capability
• Peristaltic pump for accurate feed control
• Extended batch operation capability