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Fluid/Particle Cyclone Separation Application

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Fluid/Particle Separation Application General Description:

1. Do you have a particle size distribution of the suspended solids in the Slurry? (A lab can conduct this analysis)
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If so, please forward the results. This can provide a definite determination of whether or not Spintop Hydrocyclones are the correct fit.
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2. What is the required micron range of particle removal? Please see the reference chart in the notes section of this form for guidance. (*)
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3. What is the desired process rate in gallons per minute or m3/hr? (Important) This will determine what size and how many hydrocyclones are needed for your application. (*)
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4. What is the max temperature of the fluid? °F or °C Spintop Hydrocyclones are constructed of high density urethane and the temperature limitation is 160 °F or 71 °C (*)
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5. What is the specific gravity of the solid particles in the slurry? (*)
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6. What type connections will be needed to fit your piping system? (*)



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If other, please explain. The standard connections on Spintop Hydrocyclones are grooved connections that can be fitted with adapters.
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7. Are there any space limitations?
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If yes, please explain. This will determine the best sized hydrocyclone or desander manifold for your application.
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Slurry Properties

Percentage Liquid
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Percentage Solids
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Slurry Viscosity
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Liquid Specific Gravity
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Solids Specific Gravity
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Slurry pH
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Pump Specifications

Pump(s) Specifications (IMPORTANT): Spintop Hydrocyclones have no moving parts. Supplying 30 to 40 PSI of pump pressure and steady, constant flow to energize them is critical for proper function. This can be achieved with a centrifugal pump. Is a pump recommendation required?
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Notes:

  • Pour a sample in a glass or jar – the particles that settle in 30 seconds give an approximation of the ones that will be removed by the Spintop Hydrocyclone.
  • Particle size classification table:
Particle
American Diameter
International Diameter
Clay
< 0.00008" / < 0.002 mm
< 0.002 mm
Fine Silt
0.00008 - 0.00024" / 0.002 - 0.006 mm
Medium Silt
0.00024 - 0.0008" / 0.006 - 0.02 mm
0.002 - 0.05 mm
Coarse Silt
0.0008 - 0.002" / 0.02 - 0.05 mm
Very Fine Sand
0.002 - 0.004" / 0.05 - 0.1 mm
Fine Sand
0.004 - 0.01" / 0.1 - 0.25 mm
0.05 - 0.2 mm
Medium Sand
0.01 - 0.02" / 0.25 - 0.5 mm
Coarse Sand
0.02 - 0.04" / 0.5 - 1.0 mm
0.2 - 2.0 mm
Very Coarse Sand
0.04 - 0.08" / 1 - 2 mm
Gravel/Stones
> 0.08" / > 2 mm
> 2 mm
  • Δ P (pressure drop across Hydrocyclone) is roughly 40%.
  • Minimizing back pressure on the overflow discharge of the hydrocyclone is imperative. Too much backpressure will cause inefficient operation.
  • d50 cut – A measurement of Hydrocyclone efficiency
    • 50% of a specific particle size will report out the underflow with larger particles & 50% of the same size particle will report out the overflow with the Liquid phase and smaller particles.
  • Under normal conditions, approximately 5-6% of the liquid phase will report out of the underflow with the solids (Apex Orifices).
Size
Spec. Pressure PSI
gpm
Micron Separation Efficiency d50 mm
Apex Orifice Size Inches
Apex Orifice Size Millimeters
2"
30
25
8
0.250
6
4"
40
50
12
0.375
10
5"
40
80
15
0.500
13
8"
40
300
18
0.625
16
10"
40
500
24
1.500
38
*Multiple Spintop Hydrocyclones can be assembled on desander/desilter manifolds to provide greater volume processing with a finer d50 cut range.

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