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Gas Scrubbers
Bulletin 7-S
INTRODUCTION
The use of wet scrubbers for control of air pollution has
gained wide acceptance throughout the industry. The
ejector-venturi wet scrubber provides a number of
advantages over many of the conventional single-purpose
devices available. Particulate collectors such as cyclones
and electrostatic precipitators cannot efficiently absorb
gases or remove odors. Fabric filters, by design, cannot
cope with gas streams having a high moisture content and
are often affected by highly corrosive gases. Catalytic
incinerators can be quickly poisoned by certain organic
wastes.
On the other hand, ejector-venturi gas scrubbers are very
effective at removing noxious gases, particulates, odors,
fumes and dusts from gas streams. Particulate
contaminants are removed through impaction by the high
velocity spray of scrubbing liquid. Gases and odors are
eliminated through absorption and/or chemical reaction
between the gases and scrubbing liquid. When properly
matched to the application, these scrubbers, by their
nature, are better able to cope with the high temperatures
and corrosive conditions often encountered.
Schutte & Koerting has over sixty years of experience in
the control of commercial and industrial air pollution using
wet scrubber technology. The ejector-venturi gas
scrubbers described on the following pages have been
engineered to operate effectively in a variety of
applications. Using the same basic design, these standard
scrubbers can be sized to meet volume requirements from
a few CFM to thousands of CFM. This broad applicability
permits Schutte & Koerting to stock these scrubbers in a
wide range of sizes and materials. A stock ejector-venturi
scrubber can often be the most economical and efficient
solution to a pollution control problem.
VERSATILE STOCK UNITS
To answer the need for an economical versatile and
efficient pollution control device, Schutte & Koerting offers
standard Fig. 7010 scrubbers in a variety of sizes and
materials. Stock 7010 scrubbers are available for
immediate shipment in sizes from 3" to 12" in materials
which include carbon steel, stainless steel, polyvinyl
chloride (PVC), Phenolic FRP (replaces previously
supplied HAVEG), fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) and
cast iron. (A complete list of stock scrubbers is shown in
the dimensions tables.) A minimum of three spray nozzle
sizes are available with the stock scrubbers and can be
selected to properly match the motive liquid used and
capacity required.
Description Page
Fig. 7010 Ejector-Venturi Scrubber 2
Fig. 7040 Separators 2
Fig. 7019 Vent Gas Scrubber System 2
Stock Systems 2
Fig. 7014 Scrubber-Separator System 3
Economical Stock Systems 3
Fig. 7009 Scrubbers Performance Charts 4
Dimension
Tables
Fig. 7010 Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel 5
Fig. 7010 FRP and PVC 5
Fig. 7010 Larger Size Metal and FRP 5
Fig. 7010 Phenolic FRP 6
Fig. 7014 Carbon Steel 6
Fig. 7014 Stainless Steel and Alloys 6
Fig. 7014 FRP 7
Fig. 7014 PVC 7
Fig. 7009 PVC Vent Scrubber 7
Fig. 7009 Cast Iron and Stainless Steel Vent Scrubber 7
Fig. 7043 Liquid/Gas Separator 7
Fig. 7185 High Energy Venturi Scrubber System 8-9
Fig. 7055 Packed-Tower Gas Scrubber System 10-11
Fig. 7030 Venturi Chamber Scrubber System 12-13
How the Ejector Venturi Scrubber Works 14
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FIG. 7010 EJECTOR-VENTURI SCRUBBER
The Fig. 7010 scrubber is the key component in the Schutte &
Koerting ejector-venturi system. These highly engineered
scrubbers operate on the ejector-venturi principle illustrated.
The Fig. 7010 is used in many applications to provide
efficiencies as high as 99% or more in a single stage system
(higher efficiencies can be obtained through use of multi-stage
configurations). Gas handling capacities of over 90,000 CFM
are possible with the larger size scrubbers (refer to Technical
Supplement 7S for capacity data).
Installation, operation and maintenance are greatly simplified
with these scrubbers. They can be mounted on an existing
discharge or storage tank or provided with a Schutte & Koerting
gas/liquid separator as shown.
To answer the need for an economical versatile and efficient
pollution control device, S&K offers standard Fig. 7010
scrubbers in a variety of sizes and materials. Stock 7010
scrubbers are available for immediate shipment in sizes from 3
to 12 in materials which include carbon steel, stainless steel,
polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Phenolic FRP (replaces previously
supplied HAVEG), fiberglass-reinforced (FRP) and cast iron. (A
complete list of stock scrubbers is shown in the dimension
tables beginning on page 5.) A minimum of three spray nozzle
sizes are available with the stock scrubbers and can be
selected to properly match the motive liquid used and capacity
required.
FIG. 7040 SEPARATORS
The Fig. 7040 separator is designed for use with the 7010
scrubber to maximize gas/liquid separation after the mixture is
discharged from the scrubber. The Fig. 7040 reduces moisture
carryover from the scrubber to as low as 0.0002 gallons per 100
cubic foot which, in turn, contributes to overall scrubber
efficiency. The separator consists of an inlet at the top, a drain
at the bottom and a clean gas outlet at the side of the separator.
A separating element, which incorporates a unique baffling
arrangement, is located just below the inlet. Scrubbing liquid
from the separator can be drained to a storage tank or
recirculated through the system.
Stock Fig. 7040 separators are available in sizes from 3 to 12
in fabricated steel, stainless steel, and FRP
for use with stock Fig. 7010 scrubbers of
the same size.
Motive Liquid
Inlet
Gas
Inlet
4-Piece
Style 2
Nozzle
Style 3
Molded Nozzle
Fabricated
Steel Scrubber
Steel Separator with
stainless steel element
FRP Separator and
element
FIG. 7019 VENT GAS SCRUBBER SYSTEM
The Fig. 7019 vent scrubber system is a compact, light-weight
and easy-to-install unit designed for economical and effective
control of pollution from low volume sources. Typical
applications include pollution from laboratory fume hoods,
schools and industrial shops, pilot or bench scale plant
equipment and smaller commercial and industrial uses.
These low-cost systems operate on the same ejector-venturi
principle as the larger scrubbers, creating their own draft via a
high velocity liquid spray, scrubbing fumes, gases, vapor or
dusts with efficiencies as high as 99% or more. Low water
consumption - a 3" unit will handle 30 CFM of air at 1" WC draft
using only 2.6 gpm of water - makes the scrubber economical
to operate, comparing favorably with a conventional laboratory
aspirator.
STOCK SYSTEMS
The Fig. 7019 vent scrubber system is comprised of a Fig. 7009
scrubber combined with a Fig. 7043 liquid-gas separator. Both
are available from stock. The Fig. 7009 scrubber is stocked in
cast iron, stainless steel and PVC in a variety of sizes. Fig.
7043 separators are available from stock in carbon steel,
stainless steel and polypropylene. The variety of sizes and
materials of construction enable you to specify a stock system
to meet your requirements and fit the corrosive properties of
your application.
Clean Gas
Liquid
Gas
Inlet
Drain
Fig. 7019 Vent Scrubber System
Fig. 7043 Carbon Steel
Liquid Gas Separator
Cast Iron
Fig. 7009
Scrubber
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FIG. 7014 SCRUBBER-SEPARATOR SYSTEM
The Fig. 7014 scrubber-separator is a complete, single stage
scrubbing system combining a Fig. 7010 ejector-venturi
scrubber and a Fig. 7040 separator. This system utilizes the
ejector-venturi principle to entrain and scrub large volumes of
gas containing fumes, vapors, noxious gases, dusts, odors or
particulates, and vent clean, dry gas to the atmosphere. The
Fig. 7014 system is capable of providing efficiencies as high as
99% or more in a single stage system and higher in a multi-
stage configuration. Gas handling capacities range from 25
CFM for a 3" scrubber to over 2000 CFM for a 12" scrubber
(refer to Supplement 7S for detailed capacity data).
The compactness and design simplicity of the Fig. 7014
scrubber system permits installation in difficult to reach areas.
Stock Fig. 7014 scrubber system, used to
remove HCL fumes during tank venting,
illustrates the benefits of a compact lightweight
system.
Fig. 7014 scrubber-separator system
removes sulphur monochloride. It is part of
a multi-unit system using a mild caustic as
the scrubbing liquid.
ECONOMICAL STOCK SYSTEMS
Schutte & Koerting has made both economy and efficiency
possible in a pollution control system by offering stock Fig. 7014
systems in a variety of materials and sizes. Scrubbers from 3"
to 12" are available in carbon steel, stainless steel, and FRP. A
complete list of stock systems can be found in the dimensions
tables beginning on page 5.
Virtually every type of contaminant including particulates,
fumes, noxious gases, odors and vapors are encountered in the
chemical plant. Here is where the Schutte & Koerting ejector-
venturi scrubber finds its broadest use due to its removal
efficiencies over the entire range of pollutants. Acid mists,
amine fogs, furfural dusts and odors from organic wastes have
all been removed from gas streams with 98% plus efficiencies
using ejector-venturi scrubbers.
Fabricated
Steel Scrubber
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Performance
The charts below illustrate suction capacities-vs-drafts for the various Fig. 7009 scrubber sizes.
WATER CONSUMPTION (FIG. 7009 - ALL SIZES)
Water Flow
psig 20 40 60 80 100 150
gpm 1.8 2.6 3.2 3.7 4.1 5.0
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Connections, Inches Dimensions, Inches
Approx.
Weight
Lbs.
Suction
and
Discharge
Motive Liquid Inlet
A B C
3 Four 1/2" studs on 3 1/8" B.C. 18 5/8 14 1/2 4 1/4 16
4 Four 1/2" studs on 3 7/8" B.C. 26 1/8 21 6 25
6 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 39 31 5/8 7 45
8 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 52 1/8 43 7/8 8 1/2 75
10 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 5711/16 48 5/8 10 95
12 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 61 1/4 49 1/4 12 140
1. Stainless Steel units have Van Stone flanges.
These sizes are normally carried in stock. For capacities and performance data refer to Supplement 7S.
FIG. 7010 CARBON STEEL AND STAINLESS STEEL SCRUBBERS
FIG. 7010 FIBERGLASS REINFORCED PLASTIC (FRP) AND POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) SCRUBBERS
Connections, Inches
2
Dimensions, Inches
Approx.
Weight Lbs.
Suction
and
Discharge
Motive Liquid Inlet A B C FRP PVC
4 Four 1/2" studs on 3 7/8" B.C. 26 1/8 21 6 10 7
6 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 39 31 5/8 7 20 15
8 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 52 1/8 43 7/8 8 1/4 32 23
10
3
Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 57 11/16 48 5/8 10 41 30
12
3
Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 61 1/4 49 1/4 12 58 40
2. Flange O.D. & bolting conforms to 125 lb ASA B16.1
3. Stocked in FRP only
These sizes are normally carried in stock. For capacities and performance data refer to Supplement 7S.
Connections, Inches
4
Dimensions, Inches Approx. Wt. Lbs.
Suction and
Discharge
Motive
Liquid
Inlet
5
A
B C
D Metal FRP
Metal FRP Metal FRP
14 2 53 13/16 15 7/16 15 7/16 14 14 3/16 46 1/2 165 75
16 2 62 16 5/8 16 5/8 15 15 3/16 54 210 100
18 3 66 13/16 19 3/8 19 3/8 16 16 1/4 56 5/8 250 120
20 3 71 1/16 21 1/8 21 1/8 19 19 1/4 60 375 150
24 4 83 13/16 24 1/2 24 1/2 22 22 1/4 70 1/2 900 185
30 5 102 3/4 30 3/16 30 3/16 25 25 1/4 84 7/8 1090 385
36 6 119 1/4 37 37 28 28 3/8 96 * *
42 6 134 13/16 43 1/2 43 3/4 31 31 3/8 105 1/2 * *
48 8 150 1/2 50 9/16 5013/16 34 34 3/8 115 * *
54 8 163 7/8 57 1/8 57 3/8 42 40 3/8 124 * *
60 12 177 5/16 63 5/8 63 7/8 48 46 3/8 133 * *
72 12 213 1/16 76 76 1/4 54 52 3/8 158 1/2 * *
84 14 270 89 3/4 90 60 60 206 * *
96 18 324 107 3/4 90 69 69 242 * *
FIG. 7010 LARGER SIZE METAL & FIBERGLASS REINFORCED PLASTIC (FRP) SCRUBBERS
4. Flanges for FRP units agree with NBS Voluntary Product Standard PS15-69, Table 2; Flanges for steel units, check factory
5. Nominal size only - check factory for specific size
*
Weight depends on material thickness - check factory.
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C
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Connections, Inches Dimensions, Inches
Approx.
Weight
Lbs.
Suction and
Discharge
Motive Liquid Inlet A B C
3 Four 1/2" studs on 3 7/8" B.C. 17 1/8 12 7/8 4 7/8 22
4 Four 1/2" studs on 3 7/8" B.C. 26 1/8 21 6 37
6 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 39 31 5/8 7 70
8 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 52 1/8 43 7/8 8 1/2 117
10 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 57 11/16 48 5/8 10 225
12 Four 5/8" studs on 5 1/2" B.C. 67 5/8 57 12 282
FIG. 7010 PHENOLIC FIBERGLASS REINFORCED PLASTIC (FRP) SCRUBBERS
(Replaces previously supplied HAVEG)
These sizes are normally carried in stock. For capacities and performance data refer to Supplement 7S.
FIG. 7014 CARBON STEEL SCRUBBER SYSTEMS
Suction and Discharge Connection
* NPT
Systems available from stock: carbon steel; 3" through 12"; Cast iron scrubbers; check factory for availability
FIG. 7014 STAINLESS STEEL AND ALLOYS SCRUBBER SYSTEMS
Conn.
(IN.)
Dimensions, Inches
Appr.
Wt
Lbs. A B C D E F G H J K*
3 14 1/2 4 4 1/4 10 1/16 23 1/16 5 5/8 8 16 1/8 5 3/8 1 1/4 55
4 21 5 1/8 6 15 5/16 29 3/4 6 11/16 8 1/4 17 7/8 6 1/4 1 1/2 65
6 31 5/8 7 3/8 7 20 1/8 43 1/4 8 5/8 11 1/16 24 1/2 8 7/8 2 1/2 198
8 43 7/8 8 1/4 8 1/2 23 7/8 56 15/16 10 15/16 13 29 1/2 10 3/4 3 360
10 48 5/8 9 1/16 10 28 1/2 64 13 1/4 15 35 7/8 13 1/2 4 520
12 49 1/4 12 12 40 1/2 70 5/8 19 1/4 23 52 1/4 20 3/4 4 720
Suction and Discharge Connection
* NPT
Systems available from stock: Stainless steel; 3" through 8"; Alloys; check factory for availability
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Conn.
(IN.)
Dimensions, Inches
Appr.
Wt
Lbs. A B C D E F G H J K*
3 14 1/2 4 1/8 4 1/4 10 15/16 19 15/16 5 5/8 4 7/8 13 5 3/8 1 1/4 55
4 21 5 1/8 6 12 9/16 27 1/8 6 9/16 5 5/8 15 1/4 6 1/4 1 1/2 65
6 31 5/8 7 3/8 7 17 1/8 40 1/16 8 3/4 8 1/16 21 1/2 8 7/8 2 1/2 198
8 43 7/8 8 1/4 8 1/2 20 7/16 53 1/8 10 1/2 10 26 1/2 10 3/4 3 360
10 48 5/8 9 1/16 10 25 5/8 61 1/4 13 1/8 12 1/4 33 1/8 13 1/2 4 520
12 49 1/4 12 12 37 5/8 67 7/8 19 1/8 20 1/4 49 1/2 20 3/4 4 720
Conn.
(IN.)
Dimensions, Inches
Appr.
Wt
Lbs. A B C D E F G H J K
4 21 5 1/8 6 17 1/4 29 3/4 8 5/8 8 1/4 17 7/8 6 1/4 1 1/2 30
6 31 5/8 7 3/8 7 21 5/8 42 9/16 10 13/16 10 9/16 24 8 7/8 2 1/2 60
8 43 7/8 8 1/4 8 1/2 25 7/8 56 15/16 12 15/16 13 29 1/2 10 3/4 3 90
10 48 5/8 9 1/16 10 30 1/2 64 15 1/4 15 35 7/8 13 1/2 4 140
12 49 1/4 12 12 42 1/2 70 5/8 21 1/4 23 52 1/4 20 3/4 4 200
FIG. 7014 FIBERGLASS REINFORCED PLASTIC (FRP) SCRUBBER SYSTEMS
Suction and Discharge Connection
Systems available from stock: FRP; 4" through 12".
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Conn.
(IN.)
Dimensions, Inches
Appr.
Wt
Lbs.
A B C D E F G H J K*
4 21 5 1/8 6 15 1/8 29 3/4 6 1/2 8 1/4 1711/16 6 1/4 1 1/2 18
6 31 5/8 7 3/8 7 19 5/8 42 9/16 813/16 10 1/4 2313/16 8 7/8 2 1/2 48
8 43 7/8 8 1/4 8 1/2 23 1/16 5615/16 10 1/8 13 29 1/8 10 3/4 3 70
10 48 5/8 9 1/16 10 28 1/4 64 13 15 35 1/2 13 1/2 4 100
12 49 1/4 12 12 40 1/4 70 5/8 19 23 51 7/8 20 3/4 4 155
FIG. 7014 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) SCRUBBER SYSTEMS
Suction and Discharge Connection
* NPT
Systems available from stock:
For all PVC construction, check factory for availability.
PVC Scrubbers only in 4, 6 & 8 sizes are available from stock and can be used with stock FRP separators if desired.
FIG. 7009 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE VENT SCRUBBERS
Connections, Inches Dimensions, Inches
Approx.
Weight
Lbs.
Suction And
Discharge
Motive
Liquid Inlet
A B C D E
1 1/2 1/2 9 13/16 6 7/32 2 31/32 2 11/32 2 11/32 1 1/2
2 1/2 10 15/32 7 9/32 3 3/16 2 5/8 2 27/32 2 1/2
3 1/2 14 1/16 10 5/8 3 7/16 3 3/4 4 1/4 7
These sizes normally carried in stock.
FIG. 7009 CAST IRON AND STAINLESS STEEL VENT SCRUBBERS
Connections, Inches Dimensions, Inches
D
Approx.
Weight
Lbs.
Suction And
Discharge
Motive
Liquid Inlet
A B C
1 1/2 1/2 9 1/4 6 1/2 2 3/4 2 3 1/2
2 1/2 10 3/4 7 5/8 3 1/8 2 1/4 6
2 1/2 1/2 12 7/8 9 1/4 3 5/8 3 1/8 11
3 1/2 15 3/8 11 1/4 4 1/8 3 1/2 20
These sizes normally carried in stock.
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FIG. 7043 LIQUID/GAS SEPARATOR
Approx. Weight: Polypropylene - 6 lbs;
Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel - 19 lbs.
Stocked in polypropylene, carbon steel and stainless steel.
1 IPS
PIPE TAP
DRAIN
3 IPS
PIPE
TAP
3 IPS
PIPE
TAP
DISCHARGE INLET
3 3
12 1/4 DIA.
14 3/16
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Application
Fig. 7185 Scrubbers are designed to remove fine micron
and submicron particulate from industrial and commercial
effluent gases. These scrubbers are effective in the
removal of dusts, fumes, vapors, and mists; as well as a
variety of other air pollutants (see Table 2 on page 9).
Removal efficiency is related to the characteristics of the
contaminant and the pressure drop induced across the
throat section of the venturi. The relationship between
pressure drop, removal efficiency and particle size is
illustrated in Fig. 3 on page 9.
Features
High Efficiency: Efficiencies of up to 99% can be realized
in many applications.
Special Gas Inlet Design: Significantly reduces solids
build up at inlet.
Construction
The Fig. 7185 is a wet scrubbing system which combines a
Fig. 7070 High Energy Venturi with a Fig. 7063 Cyclonic
Separator. These components are available in a choice of
materials including stainless steel, fiberglass-reinforced
plastic, and a variety of other corrosion-resistant plastics and
alloys. A number of standard sizes are offered for capacities
ranging from 1,600 to 37,000 cfm as shown in Table 1 on
page 9. Larger units are available on a custom basis.
Operation
Contaminated gases enter the scrubber at the venturi inlet.
Pressure differential is used to accelerate the gas to
increasingly higher velocities until it enters the venturi throat.
The scrubbing liquid is introduced at two points: (1)
tangentially at the gas inlet to eliminate wet-dry zone solids
build up, and (2) through a spray nozzle at the venturi throat
- the point of maximum turbulence. This method of
introducing the scrubbing liquid (usually water) maximizes
the relative velocities between the gas and liquid streams
and results in an energy transfer which atomizes the motive
liquid droplets. As the gas gradually decelerates through the
tapered venturi tail, further impaction and agglomeration of
the liquid droplets and contaminants occurs. This mixture
enters the cyclonic separator through a tangential inlet which
imparts a spinning motion upon it. The swirling motion
forces the entrained liquid to the separator wall and the gas
is drawn out the top of the separator. The liquid cascades
down the walls and is drained at the bottom for discharge or
recirculation. The Fig. 7185 scrubber is versatile enough to
meet practically every submicron requirement. When
conditions require it, additional equipment, such as a
precooler, can be installed.
Make-up
Liquid
Recirculation
Liquid
Purge
Clean Gas
Outlet
Gas
Inlet
Liquid
Inlets
Spray
Nozzle
Fig. 1
FIG. 7185 HIGH ENERGY VENTURI SCRUBBER
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Size Capacity
(cfm)
Dimensions (inches)
A
(Gas Inlet)
B
(Gas Outlet)
C
(Liquid Inlet)
D
(Drain)
E F G
12 1,600 - 2,200 12 12 1 2 30 113 141
14 2,200 - 2,700 14 14 1 1/2 2 30 122 166
16 2,700 - 3,600 16 16 1 1/2 3 36 136 179
18 3,600 - 5,000 18 18 1 1/2 3 42 150 199
20 5,000 - 7,200 20 20 1 1/2 4 48 164 213
24 7,200 - 10,300 24 24 2 4 60 192 252
30 10,300 - 15,000 30 30 3 6 72 225 304
36 15,000 - 22,000 36 36 3 6 84 258 356
42 22,000 - 28,000 42 42 4 8 96 292 405
48 28,000 - 37,000 48 48 4 8 108 325 457
C
A
E
G
F
B
D
Fig. 2
Table 1. Dimensions and Capacities
NOTE: Cyclone length includes storage capacity for recirculation.
Table 2. Typical Applications and Efficiencies
Source of Gas Contaminants
Average
Removal
Eff. (%)
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY
Acid - Humidity SO
3
(a) Scrub with Water
(b) Scrub with 40% Acid
Acid Concentrator
Copperas Roasting Kiln
Chlorosulfonic Acid Plant
Dry Ice Plant
Wood Distillation Plant
TiCl
4
Plant, TiO
2
Dryer
Spray Dryers
Flash Dryers
Phosphoric Acid Plant
H
2
SO
4
Mist
H
2
SO
4
Mist
H
2
SO
4
Mist
H
2
SO
4
Mist
Amine Fog
Tar & Acetic Acid
TiO
2
-HCI Fumes
Detergents, Fume & Odor
Furfural Dust
H
3
PO
4
Mist
99.4
99.3
97.5
99
98.9
90+
95
95
95
95+
98+
FERTILIZER INDUSTRY
Fertilizer Dryer
Superphosphate Den & Mixer
Ammonium Chloride Fumes
Fluorine Compounds
85
98
METALS INDUSTRY
Gray Iron Cupola
Oxygen Steel Converter
Steel Open Hearth Furnace (Scrap)
Steel Open Hearth Furnace
(Oxygen Lanced)
Blast Furnace (Iron)
Electric Furnace
Electric Furnace
Rotary Kiln - Iron Reduction
Crushing & Screening
Blast Furnace (Sec. Lead)
Reverberatory Lead Furnace
Ajax-Furnace-Aluminum Alloy
Zinc Sintering
Reverberatory Brass Furnace
Iron, Coke, Silica Dust
Iron Oxide
Iron & Zinc Oxide
Iron Oxide
Iron Ore & Coke Dust
Ferro-Manganese Fume
Ferro-Silicon Dust
Iron, Carbon
Taconite Iron Ore Dust
Lead Compounds
Lead & Tin Compounds
Aluminum Chloride
Zinc & Lead Oxide Dusts
Zinc Oxide Fume
95
98.5
95
99
99
99
95
99
99.9
99
92
95
98
95
MINERAL PRODUCTS INDUSTRY
Lime Kiln
Lime Kiln
Asphalt Stone Dryer
Cement Kiln
Lime Dust
Soda Fume
Limestone & Rock Dust
Cement Dust
99
99
98+
97
PETROLEUM INDUSTRY
Catalytic Reformer
Acid Concentrator
TCC Catalyst Regenerator
Catalyst Dust
H
2
SO
4
Mist
Oil Fumes
95
97.5
98
PULP & PAPER INDUSTRY
Lime Kiln
Lime Kiln
Black Liquor Oxidation
Black Liquor Recovery Boiler
Soda Fume
Lime Dust
Black Liquor Oxidation
Salt Cake
99
99
99
90
MISCELLANEOUS
Pickling Tanks
Boiler Flue Gas
Sodium Disposal Incinerator
HCI Fumes
Fly Ash
Sodium Oxide Fumes
92
98
98
This table gives a few applications for High Energy
Venturi Scrubbers. These approximate collection
efficiencies are based on an average inlet grain
loading. Values fluctuate for specific applications.
Collection Efficiency
Fig. 3. This chart shows theoretical collection efficiency as
a function of pressure drop for several particle sizes. For
example, to obtain 98.5% efficiency for particulates
measuring one micron in size, a pressure drop of
approximately 25 inches of water would be required.
99
98
97
96
95
94
93
92
91
90
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70
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Performance of the systems described in this literature is typical of the results
which can be achieved. Results of a specific system application will be made
part of the quotation and subsequent purchase order after all facts have been
supplied to Process Systems.
Fig. 3
FIG. 7185 HIGH ENERGY VENTURI SCRUBBER
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Bulletin 7S Gas Scrubbers
FIG. 7055 PACKED-TOWER GAS SCRUBBER
Application
S&K Fig. 7055 Packed Towers are low-energy gas scrubbers.
They are used for gas absorption, cooling, and recovery.
Because of their high scrubbing efficiency and low power
consumption, they are used in many industries for a broad
range of applications including those noted in Table 1 on page
11.
Scrubbers of this type perform best when gases to be handled
are free of particles, since these tend to clog the packing. Other
types of S&K Scrubbers (Fig. 7185 Sub-Micron, Fig. 7014
Ejector-Venturi, and Fig. 7032 Chamber Scrubbers) are more
commonly used for gases containing particulates.
Construction
S&K Packed Towers are available in standard sizes, but can
also be specially designed or modified to fit unusual service
conditions. When desired, S&K can supply a complete,
packaged system including fan, recycling pump, and liquid
storage for recycling. Standard construction is as indicated in
Fig. 1.
Towers are available in steel, stainless steel, polyester
fiberglass, Phenolic FRP (replaces previously supplied
HAVEG), and numerous other corrosion-resistant materials as
required. Packing material is selected to provide best possible
performance and corrosion resistance.
Noteworthy construction features include:
...liquid distributors are spray-nozzle types engineered for
even liquid distribution, minimum channeling, easy
maintenance, and flexibility under operating conditions.
...gas distribution is accomplished by gas-injection type
support plates which provide uniform gas flow even at high
liquid rates.
...packed bed material is sized for maximum efficiency at a low
pressure drop, and the S&K standard tower is designed to
facilitate increased packing height if customers conditions
change.
...a mist eliminator is provided in each tower to minimize liquid
loss through carryover.
...inspection openings or manways are provided for easy
access to internal components.
Operation
As indicated by the illustration, scrubbing liquid enters the tower
through a nozzle and is sprayed uniformly across the top of a
packed bed so that it trickles evenly through the packing
material from top to bottom without channeling. Gas enters the
tower through the inlet near the bottom and passes through the
support plate into the packed bed, counter current to the flow of
the scrubbing liquid, contaminants are removed.
The packed bed is designed to provide maximum gas to liquid
contact at low pressure drop. The packing is carefully selected
to provide continuous regeneration of the liquid surface as liquid
flows over it while, at the same time, dispersing the upward gas
flow evenly throughout the bed.
After passing through the packed bed, the cleaned gas passes
through a mist eliminator section near the top of the tower.
Here, any entrained liquid is removed before the clean air is
discharged through the outlet.
Performance
S&K Packed Towers are designed to remove most of the
common gas contaminants at very high efficiencies (up to 99%)
with low pressure losses (3 of water or less). Table 1 on page
11 illustrates typical efficiencies obtainable in a packed tower
using water or mild caustic as the scrubbing medium.
As noted previously, packed towers are used most effectively in
applications where the gases to be cleaned do not contain
particulates.
Discharge
Mist
Eliminator
Manway
Packed
Bed
Manway
Support
Plate
Make-up
Overflow
Liquid
Storage
Pump
Suction
Drain
Gas
Inlet
Liquid Inlet
Liquid
Spray Distributor
FIG. 1
Type 7055 Packed
Towers operate as
shown in this
illustration. They
are designed to
remove most of the
common gas
contaminants at
efficiencies of up
to 99% with pressure
losses of only
about 3 of water, or
less.
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Contaminant Scrubbing Fluid Efficiency
Acetic Acid Water 95-99%
Alcohol Water 99%
Ammonia Acid 99%
Bromine Water 90-99%
Chlorine Caustic 90-99%
Chromic Acid Water 99%
Hydrobromic Acid Water 98%
Hydrochloric Acid Water 99%
Hydrofloric Acid Water 99%
*Entrainment from Solutions
Maximum
Rated
Capacity
(In scfm)
Total
Pressure
Drop
(In in. H
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Nominal Size
A
Dimensions (in inches)
Approx.
Weight
(In Lbs.)
PEFG B C & D E F
400 3 12 130 6 3/4 1 100
1,000 3 18 137 8 1 1 1/2 170
1,900 3 24 147 10 1 2 250
3,000 3 30 155 12 1 1/2 2 350
4,300 3 36 165 16 2 3 475
5,800 3 42 173 18 2 3 600
7,600 3 48 181 20 2 3 750
9,600 3 54 191 24 3 4 1,100
12,000 3 60 203 30 3 4 1,300
17,000 2.5 72 210 36 3 4 2,000
23,000 2.5 84 225 42 4 6 2,500
30,000 2.5 96 235 42 4 6 3,100
38,000 2.5 108 251 48 4 6 4,400
47,000 2.5 120 261 48 6 8 5,200
56,000 2.5 132 279 54 6 10 6,200
67,000 2.5 144 289 54 6 10 7,200
Table 1. Typical Cleaning Efficiencies For Various Common Contaminants
Table 2. Capacities, Dimensions, and Approximate Weights
A
D
B
C
F
E
FIG. 7055 PACKED-TOWER GAS SCRUBBER
Contaminant Scrubbing Fluid Efficiency
Hydrogen Sulfide Caustic 93-99%
Mercaptans Caustic 98%
Nitric Acid Caustic 96-99%
Phosphoric Acid Water 99%
Pickling Solution Water 99%
Sodium Hydroxide* Water 99%
Sulfur Dioxide Caustic 99%
Sulfuric Acid* Water 99%
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Bulletin 7S Gas Scrubbers
FIG. 7030 VENTURI CHAMBER SCRUBBER SYSTEM
Application
The S&K Fig. 7030 Venturi Chamber Scrubber will handle
condensable or absorbable gases and gases with solids
which can be cleaned by the Fig. 7010 Scrubber. This
unit, however, is particularly suitable for large total
capacities and horizontal installation. Over-all draft is
approximately zero.
Construction
The S&K Fig. 7030 Venturi Chamber Scrubber consists of
S&K Fig. 622 Spray Nozzles (described on page 13),
throat pieces, piping, and a scrubber box.
S&K Throat Pieces are made in two sizes: the No. 1 for
handling up to 1500 cfm of gas; and the No. 2 for
handling up to 3000 cfm. Both sizes are normally made
in cast iron, but can be furnished in other materials.
Scrubber boxes are usually made by the customer to fit
the location and requirements and can be constructed of
steel plate, wood, concrete or other materials as desired.
S&K will provide scrubber box dimensions to meet
requirements if requested. The system is flexible - can be
arranged in two, three, or four banks depending upon the
characteristics of the gas and the scrubbing efficiency
required. The number of nozzles and throat pieces in any
given bank is determined by the volume of gas to be
handled.
Operation
Gases are scrubbed by the action of the liquid spray
which creates sufficient suction to entrain the gas and
enter the throat piece where the gas and spray are mixed
and the gas thoroughly scrubbed. With this system,
gases cannot bypass the spray. Instead, due to the
suction created by the spray, the passage of gas through
the scrubbers is accelerated. High efficiency is obtained
by using this type of unit due to the high impact of the
spray particles, the large surface area of spray and the
fact that all of the gas must pass uniformly through the
spray.
Dimensions
Scrubber boxes are made by the customer to meet
requirements. If required, S&K will provide dimensions to
fit the application.
Capacities
Normal water consumption is 4.5 gpm at 40 psig for each
No. 1 Throat Piece using the 3/8 Fig. 622H Nozzle. With
the No. 2 Throat Piece, normal water consumption is 8.5
gpm at 40 psig using the 1/2 Fig. 622H.
Water
Inlet
Gas
Inlet
Spray Nozzle Throat Piece
Stack
Typical Fig. 7030 Venturi Chamber Scrubber
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The gas handling capacity of a No. 1 Throat Piece is 1500
cfm, and the gas handling capacity of a No. 2 Throat
Piece is 3,000 cfm of gas. Using more than one No. 1
Throat Piece, capacities would be about as follows:
two - 3,000 cfm
three - 4,500 cfm
four - 6,000 cfm
five - 7,500 cfm
six - 9,000 cfm
seven - 10,500 cfm
Using more than one No. 2 Throat Piece, capacities
would be about as follows:
two - 6,000 cfm
three - 9,000 cfm
four - 12,000 cfm
five - 15,000 cfm
six - 18,000 cfm
seven - 21,000 cfm
Upon receipt of specific information, S&K will make
recommendations regarding the scrubber design
requirements.
FIG. 622 SPRAY NOZZLE
The S&K Fig. 622 Spray Nozzle used is considered
standard for this equipment. This type is employed
because it provides a medium coarse spray which is fine
enough for efficient scrubbing yet not so fine as to make
difficult the separation of water from air after scrubbing.
The nozzle consists of a body with tip, and a spiral. It is
so designed that the angle and type of spray are correct
for the size and the scrubber and the air handling and
scrubbing contact requirements.
Although usually furnished in stainless steel, brass or
PVC for the small sizes, these nozzles can also be
furnished in cast iron, Monel, Teflon, hard rubber, molded
neoprene, and in virtually any material.
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view of S&K Spray Nozzle
used as standard equipment
on S&K Venturi Throat
Scrubbers.
FIG. 7030 VENTURI CHAMBER SCRUBBER SYSTEM
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Bulletin 7S Gas Scrubbers
HOW THE EJECTOR-VENTURI SCRUBBER WORKS
SCRUBBING (MOTIVE)
LIQUID INLET
Water of other liquid is supplied
under pressure
LIQUID DRAIN
Scrubbing liquid discharged to
drain or recirculated
SEPARATOR
Condensable gases and particulates
scrubbed in the ejector-venturi
enter the separator which releases
the clean gas from scrubbing liquid
GAS INLET
Contaminated gas drawn into
scrubber body by high-velocity
spray
SPRAY NOZZLE
Breaks liquid into high-velocity
spray for maximum entrainment
of gases and impaction of
particulates. The velocity of
the spray creates a draft which
pulls gas into scrubber
BODY
Gas is entrained by liquid and
begins to mix
VENTURI
Maximum gas-liquid contact
and mixture takes place here.
Droplets impact the particulates
and absorb condensable gases
CLEAN GAS OUTLET
Scrubbed gases discharged
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