The cyclonic and multicyclonic filters from ProcesoNova are used across nearly all industrial sectors, thanks to their various types, models, sizes, and custom or specialised designs. Each type of filter also comes in different models and sizes.
FCL.PN PC25
Main Features of These Filters:
Construction Shapes: Square, rectangular, and cylindrical.
Models: Monobloc, modular, and panelable.
Manufacturing Materials: St37b painted, galvanised, AISI304, 316, 316L, AL.
Flow Rates According to Size and Model: From 1000 m³/h to 100,000 m³/h. (For higher flow rates: custom-designed).
Emissions: <50-150 mg/Nm³.
Internal Multicyclones: Different types, sizes, and materials according to the fluid to be filtered.
High-Temperature Equipment: Heat-insulated.
Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres: ATEX classification.
Special Equipment: Customised to meet the customer's needs.
High-efficiency multicyclonic suction units can centrifuge the suspended particles contained in a fluid with an effectiveness of around 95-99%. They are used in closed-loop systems for the transfer of products and in installations with high temperatures.
Cyclonic and multicyclonic filters are highly efficient industrial filtration technologies used to separate solid particles from gases or airflows through the action of centrifugal force. Unlike traditional systems that use filter bags or cartridges, cyclonic filters operate using multiple small cyclones inside, allowing for greater filtration capacity and a more robust solution in demanding industrial applications. These filters are particularly suitable for high-temperature environments and can operate in a hybrid mode, combining with scrubber techniques to capture both solid and gaseous pollutants.
Operating Principle: Cyclonic and multicyclonic filters rely on the principle of centrifugal force to separate particles from the gas. The contaminated air or gas is introduced into the filter through a tangential inlet, creating a spiral motion. As the air spins, the heavier particles (such as dust, ash, and other impurities) are thrown towards the cyclone walls due to the centrifugal force, where they are collected in a collection container. The clean gases, free of particles, are expelled from the centre of the cyclone.
Cyclonic Filters: In cyclonic filters, the gas passes through a single cyclone, and the particles are separated due to the centrifugal force generated by the conical design of the equipment. This type of filter is suitable for applications where the particles to be separated are relatively large and heavy.
Multicyclonic Filters: As the name suggests, multicyclonic filters use several small cyclones arranged in parallel, which significantly increases the particle separation capacity and improves system efficiency. Multicyclones can handle larger volumes of gas and are ideal for industrial processes with large amounts of suspended particles. Additionally, their modular design allows for greater flexibility in design and scalability of filtration.
High Filtration Efficiency for Large Particles:
Cyclonic and multicyclonic filters are highly efficient at separating large and medium-sized particles from gases, such as coarse dust, ash, metallic particles, and other solid contaminants. While their efficiency decreases for finer particles, multicyclonic filters tend to be more effective than conventional cyclones in this regard.
Resistance to High Temperatures:
These filters are ideal for high-temperature applications as they do not rely on filter materials such as bags or cartridges, which may deteriorate at extreme temperatures. Cyclonic and multicyclonic filters can operate at temperatures above 500°C, making them an excellent option for industrial processes such as cement production, metal smelting, or waste incineration.
Low Maintenance and Long Durability:
Cyclonic filters have a simple and robust structure, enabling them to operate for extended periods without the need for constant maintenance. Additionally, as they do not depend on filter elements susceptible to wear (such as bags or cartridges), their lifespan tends to be longer, requiring fewer interventions.
Adaptability to Different Applications:
Cyclonic filters are highly versatile and can be used in a wide range of industries, including mining, metallurgy, chemicals, and power generation. Furthermore, they can be hybrid, combining with scrubber systems to treat both solid particles and gaseous pollutants.
In certain industrial applications, cyclonic and multicyclonic filters can operate in a hybrid mode, integrating scrubber technologies for the simultaneous capture of solid particles and gases. This hybrid approach allows for more complete filtration, which is particularly useful in processes that generate both acidic fumes and particulate matter. In these cases, the contaminated gas first passes through the cyclones, where the larger and heavier particles are removed, and then the remaining gas is passed to a wet or dry scrubber to capture harmful gases and fine particles.
Metallurgical Industry: In metal smelting and other metallurgical processes, cyclonic filters are used to capture dust and ash particles generated by high-temperature furnaces. Multicyclonic filters are especially useful in plants where the volume of gas generated is high, and the particles are relatively large.
Cement Industry: During cement production, cyclonic and multicyclonic filters are used to separate the dust generated in the calcination and grinding processes. These filters are ideal for operating at high temperatures, as the exhaust gases from cement kilns can exceed 800°C.
Power Generation: In power plants, particularly those that burn fossil fuels like coal, cyclonic filters are used to separate solid particles from the exhaust gases generated in the boilers. Their resistance to high temperatures and capacity to handle large volumes of gas makes them suitable for this type of application.
Incineration Industry: Cyclonic filters are commonly used in waste incineration plants, where high temperatures and large amounts of particles generated require efficient filtration systems. Multicyclonic filters are ideal for this type of facility due to their ability to handle large gas flows and their efficiency in separating coarse particles.
Mining Industry: In mining, especially in mineral grinding and crushing processes, large amounts of dust and particles are generated. Cyclonic and multicyclonic filters are capable of capturing these contaminants, protecting both the environment and the health of workers.
Conclusion
Cyclonic and Multicyclonic Filters provide robust and efficient solutions for the filtration of gases and particles in high-temperature industrial applications. Their ability to handle large volumes of gas and their adaptability to operate in extreme conditions make these systems an excellent choice for industrial processes such as waste incineration, cement production, metallurgy, and power generation. Additionally, their potential to work in a hybrid mode alongside scrubbers increases their flexibility and effectiveness in purifying both solid particles and gaseous pollutants.
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