EFFECTS OF FEED SOLIDS CONCENTRATION ON DUAL FUNCTIONALITY OF A HYDROCYCLONE.

Authors

• Zanzu M, Chemical and Process Engineering Department, University of Dar es Salaam, P.O. Box 35131, Dar es SalaamFollow

Abstract

The dual functionality, i.e. thickening and classification of a 50.8mm diameter hydrocyclone has been investigated. A metallurgical slime consisting of a 50% mixture of quartz and petroleum coke was used in the tests. It was found that in order to achieve both thickening and classification at the same time, the pressure drop across the hydrocyclone, the underflow diameter and the feed solids content have to be subtly controlled.

Recommended Citation

M, Z. (1991). EFFECTS OF FEED SOLIDS CONCENTRATION ON DUAL FUNCTIONALITY OF A HYDROCYCLONE.. Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET), 15(2), 114-125. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.52339/tjet.v15i2.134

Publisher Name

University of Dar es Salaam