Decanter centrifuges for laboratory & pilot plant Model MD 60 MD 80

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Lemitec MD 60 / MD 80 Decanter centrifuges

Lemitec decanter centrifuges of the MD series were developed specifically as two-phase decanter centrifuges for use in laboratories and Throughput 1 to 100 L/h pilot plants to enable small quantities of products to be processed at rates of between 1 L/h to 100 L/h in a continuous separation operation. The minimum throughputs of industrial decanter centrifuges are generally far greater than the throughputs required for the quantities of products available in research laboratories. In the past, the processing stage of continuous separation therefore frequently had to be simulated with alternative batch-wise separation methods. the decanter centrifuge as a function of the power consumption of the drive motors and recorded, thus enabling the flow behaviour to be evaluated for the purpose of modelling decanter applications.

Operating principle
The operating principle of decanter centrifuges is quite simple and has been known for over a century. The suspension to be separated is pumped into the bowl through an inlet tube (feed) and accelerated.

Separation process
The bowl comprises a cylindrical and a conical section and rotates at a speed appropriate for the separation operation. Centrifugal force causes the solids present in the suspension to be deposited on the wall of the bowl.

Solids discharge
The scroll, which has the same Lemitec MD 60 Decanter centrifuge cylindrical/conical shape as the bowl, rotates at a slightly higher speed (differential speed) than

Applications
Lemitec decanter centrifuges are typically used in the food and fermentation industries, the chemical and pharmaceutical industries and in biotechnology. In addition to their use in R&D departments, Lemitec decanter centrifuges have also been successfully used over long periods in the production of high-quality products requiring material flows of less than 100 L/h. Lemitec decanter centrifuges can also be used as measuring instruments to obtain data on the flow properties of individual product phases. The flow behaviour of the product stream and the change in the torque between the bowl and the scroll are displayed on the control panel of

the bowl. This causes the separated solids to be conveyed towards the narrow conical end of the bowl where they are expelled through outlets and discharged. The extent to which the solids are dewatered depends, amongst other things, on the length of time they are exposed to the centrifugal force in the bowl. The time taken for the solids to be conveyed through the bowl can be set as appropriate for the type of separation operation by altering the differential speed.

Liquid discharge
A weir disc that can be set exactly as required is fitted at the end of the cylindrical section of the bowl. The clarified liquid flows along the scroll thread to the cylindrical end of the bowl and out over the weir plate, after which it is collected in the casing and discharged. The depth of the clarified liquid in the bowl can be adjusted to exactly the level required by inserting different weir discs. This means that there is no need to use a meAll Lemitec decanter centrifuges of the new MD product series are fitted with a centripetal pump for discharging the clarified liquid. It is now possible to discharge the clarified liquid under pressure. chanical gear unit. The differential speed can therefore be set with a high degree of precision, irrespective of the range of speeds. The minimum differential speed is as low as 1 rpm. As the bowl and scroll are not mechanically connected, Lemitec decanter Section view of a decanter centrifuge

Control
The decanter centrifuge is controlled and monitored by means of a modern touch screen that also displays all important process parameters at a glance. The decanter centrifuge can be incorporated into a process control system via a variety of interfaces.

centrifuges may also be used to determine the optimum or maximum separation parameters of individual products. The drive is switched off electrically without damaging the machine if the permitted operating parameters are exceeded, for example due to an excessive amount of torque between the bowl and the scroll.

Construction
The acceleration (g) and the differential speed are also fully adjustable during operation and can be altered to suit the product behaviour. All Lemitec decanter centrifuges have been designed to be compact and simple to operate as well as ensuring functionality and taking full account of users' needs. The number of components has been kept to a minimum, as has the equipment required for assembly. The set-

Drive
The bowl and scroll are driven by two separately controlled servo-motors that are connected electronically.

up times have thus been considerably reduced and the changeover from one product to another, including the time required for thorough

All ceramic bearings

cleaning of the centrifuges, can be completed in just thirty minutes. Thanks to the fact that Product changeover in just 30 minutes Lemitec centrifuges are straightforward to operate, there has also been a great reduction in the time needed to train staff how to use them. The additional items of equipment provided also facilitate the day-to-day operation of the centrifuges. Lemitec decanter centrifuges may also be fitted with all-ceramic bearings. Unlike conventional bearings, all-ceramic bearings do not require any greasing or oiling but can be lubricated with water instead. The decanter centrifuges can thus be completely sterilised with steam as well as operated under sterile conditions without a great deal of extra effort. Completely sterilisable

Advantages
Additional items of equipment and tools needed to operate a Lemitec decanter centrifuge

Universal decanter centrifuge Quick product change under 30 minutes Modern control panel and reduced parts mean easy operation Compact space saving design Use under sterile conditions possible

Technical data
MD 60 Throughput
Decanter throughput 1 - 25 L/h 60 mm 3.75 3,300 x g 10,000 rpm 1 - 200 rpm 2 x 1.2 kW 1.4571 5 - 100 L/h 80 mm 3.85 4,400 x g 10,000 rpm 1 - 200 rpm 2 x 3.5 kW 1.4571

MD 80

Bowl
Internal diameter Slenderness ratio (L/D) Maximum acceleration Maximum speed Differential speed

Motor rating
Material used for components in contact with the product

Mae & Gewicht

Dekanter Steuerung 700 x 300 x 550 mm 65 kg 300 x 400 x 700 mm 24 kg 1,000 x 350 x 550 mm 115 kg 400 x 500 x 970 mm 43 kg

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