Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2001
Abstract
Experiments were conducted to assess the performance of various classic, commercial and made-to-order impeller designs to mix a rheologically complex fluid of commercial value. This study highlights the importance of impeller-to-tank diameter ratio (D/T) and impeller geometry for optimal mixing results, based on the flow of fluid and impeller power requirement. Although an existing finned-paddle type impeller produced the desired final product, satisfactory results were also obtained with a commercial impeller of smaller D/T, which could lead to 80% power savings.
Keywords
Mixing, Impeller geometry, Non-Newtonian, Internal type lubricant
Divisions
sch_civ,CHEMISTRY
Publication Title
Journal of Industrial Technology
Volume
10
Issue
1
Publisher
SIRIM Berhad
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