Used equipment for sale: 40" x 24" Sharples Sludge-Pak Centrifuge, 316 S/S

Name: 40" x 24" Sharples Sludge-Pak Centrifuge, 316 S/S
Brand: Sharples
SKU: 15114

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Specifications

SKU: 15114
GSKU: 02025002051
Condition:: Used
Location:: Cleveland, OH

Description

Used 40" x 24" Sharples Model 5P-5500 Sludge-Pak Centrifugal, 316 stainless steel construction, max. bowl speed 1500 RPM, 3 point link suspension, pneumatically operated single motion plow, pneumatic skimmer assembly, 3-way skimmer valve, vibration switch feed tube, complete with 40 H.P. Oil Gear Hydraulic Drive System, 3/60/230- 460 volt, explosion proof, with controls. Machine has discharge chute and is mounted on base, serial# 74-10129.

More information about the sharples-s-5500

Centrifuges are mechanical devices used to separate components of a mixture based on their density differences. They work on the principle of centrifugal force, which is the force exerted on an object moving in a circular path. Centrifuges are widely used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food processing, and research laboratories. Basket type centrifuges, also known as perforated bowl centrifuges, are a common type of centrifuge. They consist of a rotating basket or bowl with perforations or slots on the sides. The mixture to be separated is introduced into the basket, and when the centrifuge is activated, it spins rapidly, generating centrifugal force. The denser components of the mixture move towards the outer wall of the basket, while the lighter components remain closer to the center. As the mixture spins, the denser components accumulate on the inner surface of the basket, forming a cake or sediment. The lighter components, often referred to as the supernatant, remain in the center of the basket. Once the separation is complete, the centrifuge is stopped, and the separated components can be collected. Basket type centrifuges are particularly useful for separating solid-liquid mixtures or for dewatering solids. They are commonly used in applications such as wastewater treatment, mining, and chemical processing. The perforations or slots on the basket allow the liquid to pass through while retaining the solid particles. It is important to note that the efficiency of a basket type centrifuge depends on factors such as the rotational speed, the size and shape of the particles, and the viscosity of the liquid. These factors can affect the separation efficiency and the quality of the separated components. In conclusion, basket type centrifuges are mechanical devices that use centrifugal force to separate components of a mixture based on their density differences. They are widely used in various industries and are particularly effective for separating solid-liquid mixtures.

About the manufacturer Sharples

FEC Assets lists 9 used Sharples items, across super centrifuge, decanter and basket type. Of these, 6 are in stock now. Models include AS-16, AS26/3145/10/1JY and AS26SP. ...read more

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