Disk Stack Centrifuges Skid Systems for Filtration and Separation Applications

Archer Separation provides Disk Stack Centrifuges for various industrial applications. A disc stack centrifuge is a type of high-speed centrifuge designed for the separation of particles or liquids based on their densities. It consists of a series of conical discs stacked inside a bowl, creating a high surface area for separation. A disk stack centrifuge spins at very high speeds, creating centrifugal forces that push denser particles towards the outer edges of the bowl, while lighter liquids or materials move toward the center.

Here's how they work in detail:

Centrifugal Force: When a disk stack centrifuge spins, the centrifugal force forces different components of the mixture to separate based on their density. Denser substances (like solids or heavier liquids) move outward to the periphery, while lighter components (like less dense liquids) remain closer to the center.

Disc Stack Centrifuge Design: The discs in the stack are typically conical in shape and positioned vertically in a way that allows the mixture to flow through the spaces between them. This increases the surface area, enhancing the separation efficiency by providing more space for the materials to be separated before they reach the outer wall of the centrifuge.

Separation of Phases: Disc stack centrifuges are commonly used for separating solid-liquid mixtures, liquid-liquid mixtures (such as oil-water emulsions), and even for clarifying liquids by removing suspended particles.

Applications of disc stack centrifuges include:

Food and beverage industry (e.g., separating cream from milk).
Pharmaceuticals (e.g., separating cells from culture media).
Chemical and petrochemical industries (e.g., separating different liquid phases or purifying products).
Wastewater treatment (e.g., separating solids from liquid waste).

Overall, disk stack centrifuges are valued for their ability to handle high-throughput processes and achieve high levels of separation efficiency.