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Centrifugal Tuyere Separator Calculator

99% Efficiency at 10 Microns | Compressor Service

Centrifugal Tuyere Separator Sizing
Size centrifugal tuyere separators for compressor interstage and discharge service. Achieves 99% efficiency for liquids at 10 microns and solids at 15 microns, with pressure drop less than 1% of absolute pressure.

Service Conditions

Gas Properties

MMSCFD
At standard conditions (60°F, 14.7 psia)
Air=1.0
psia
°F
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Contaminant Properties

lb/ft³
For liquid separation service
lb/ft³
For solid separation service
% wt
Max 5% by weight for centrifugal tuyere
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Typical: 1.15-1.25

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Centrifugal Tuyere Design

Performance Specifications:

Liquid Efficiency: 99% @ 10 microns
Solid Efficiency: 99% @ 15 microns
Pressure Drop: < 1% of absolute
Turndown Ratio: 3:1

Typical Applications:
• Compressor interstage separation
• Compressor discharge knockout
• In-line high-efficiency separation

Loading Limit: Max 5% by weight liquid/solid

Quick Reference

  • Liquid: 99% @ 10 microns
  • Solid: 99% @ 15 microns
  • ΔP: <1% of absolute
  • Loading: Max 5% by weight
  • Turndown: 3:1 ratio

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