Fluidization Column (Liquid +Gas)

The set up consists of a glass column packed with Rasching rings. Liquid is fed at the top of the column through distributor. The solute gas and air are measured separately, mixed in a mixing chamber and then passed through the packed column vertically upward and absorbed in liquid. All the flow rates can be independently varied to simulate different conditions. Liquid sample can be taken out from the sampling point at the bottom of the column for analysis.

Technical Details:
• Column : Material Borosilicate Glass with both end made of Stainless Steel Dia. 48 mm (approx.), Height 750 mm (approx.)
• Packing : Glass Beads
• Water tank : Material Stainless Steel, Capacity 30 Ltrs.
• Water Circulation : FHP Pump, Crompton/Sharp make.
• Water Flow Measurement : By Rotameter
• Pressure Drop Measurement : Manometer
• An ENGLISH instruction manual consisting of experimental procedures, block diagram etc. will be provided along with the Apparatus.
• The whole set-up is well designed and arranged on a rigid structure painted with industrial PU Paint
Experimentation/Learning Objectives
• To study fluidization characteristics.
• To determine velocity of fluid and pressure drop per unit length of bed.
Utilities Required
• Electricity supply: 1 Phase, 220 V AC, 50 Hz, 5-15 amp combined socket with earth connection. Earth voltage should be less than 5 volts.
• Floor Area: 0.75 m x 0.75 m.
• CCl4 with iodine pallets for manometer :100 ml