Solids-retaining centrifugal separator for biodiesel processing0 pages
Solids-retaining centrifugal separator for biodiesel processing
BDB 104
Applications
The BDB 104 is specifically designed for use in the production
of biodiesel and is particularly suitable for water removal from
methylester in water washing stages.
BDB 104
Standard design
The solids-retaining separator comprises a frame with a
horizontal drive shaft, worm gear and a vertical bowl spindle
in its lower part. The worm gear is placed in an oil bath. The
bowl is fixed on the top of the spindle inside the space formed
by the upper part of the frame and the frame hood, which also
carries the feed and discharge systems. The frame hood is
hinged to enable easy access for cleaning the bowl, which is
of the solid wall disc type. The machine is electrically safe and
approved for ATEX category 3
Basic equipment
- Methylester inlet device.
- Methylester outlet device with sight glass.
- Water outlet spout.
- Liquid seal inlet.
- Set of gravity discs.
- Revolution indicator.
- Set of resilient mountings.
Options
The centrifuge can be ordered either with or without a built-in
pump for both feed and discharge liquids.
Optional extras
Cover-interlock kit to eliminate the risk of starting the centrifuge
unless it is properly assembled. Set of tools. Different
service kits are available for maintenance of the centrifuge.
Stand-alone pumps for both feed and discharge.
Technical documentation
Complete information and documentation accompany each
separator delivery. The Instruction Book provides detailed
operating instructions and advice on obtaining optimal
separation. The Maintenance and Repair Manual describes
dismantling and reassembly of the separator. The Spare Parts
Catalogue facilitates the ordering of spare parts.