LIMPET COIL REACTOR
Aries Fabricators limpet reactor/coil reactor is made by welding a half pipe around the outside of the vessel to create a semi circular flow channel. The heat transfer fluid passes through the channel in a plug flow fashion. Large reactors use several coils to deliver the heat transfer fluid. Like the single jacket, the temperature in the coil/limpet reactor is regulated to control heating or cooling. The plug flow characteristics of a limpet/coil reactor permits faster displacement of the heat transfer fluid (typically less than 60 seconds). This is desirable for good temperature control. It also provides good distribution of heat transfer fluid which avoids the problems of non uniform heating or cooling between the side walls and bottom dish.
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Technical Features:
- Capacity Range: 450 to 15000 liters
- GMP and non-GMP models available
- Custom build – Aries Recommended or as per client drawings
- M.O.C = Mild Steel/Stainless steel
- Stirrer Types:
- Anchor stirrers used for high density materials moving at slow RPM (15 to 60 RPM Maximum)
- Propeller stirrers used for medium density materials moving at steady RPM (100 to 300 RPM Maximum)
- Turbine stirrers used for low density materials moving at high RPM (100 to 1000 RPM Maximum)
- Cutter stirrers used for particular processes moving at very high RPM
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General Features :
- Best to be heated using steam and cooled using chilled water
- Durable standards
- Sturdy construction
- High mechanical strength
- Optimum functionality
- Weather proof
- Temperature resistance
- Application specific design
- Corrosion resistant
FAQ’s
What is a Limpet Coil Reactor?
A Limpet Coil Reactor is a process reactor fitted with an external half-pipe coil welded around the reactor shell. Heating or cooling media circulates through the coil to provide efficient temperature control during chemical processing.
How does a Limpet Coil Reactor work?
In a Limpet Coil Reactor, heating or cooling media such as steam, thermal oil, chilled water, or glycol flows through the external limpet coil. Heat is transferred through the reactor shell to heat or cool the process material inside the vessel.
What are the advantages of a Limpet Coil Reactor?
A Limpet Coil Reactor provides efficient heat transfer, uniform temperature control, higher pressure-handling capability, and robust construction. It is particularly useful for processes requiring rapid heating or cooling and controlled exothermic reactions.
What industries use Limpet Coil Reactors?
Limpet Coil Reactors are commonly used in chemical, pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, petrochemical, resin and polymer, paint and coating, food processing, agrochemical, dye and pigment, and adhesive industries.
How do I select the right Limpet Coil Reactor?
The selection of a Limpet Coil Reactor depends on factors such as process temperature, operating pressure, heating or cooling medium, product viscosity, batch capacity, agitation requirements, material compatibility, and required heat-transfer area
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