Tank Mixing Eductors

Tank Mixing EductorsTank Eductors are designed for "in-tank"applications. The TLA operates on the principle of flow dynamics pressurized fluid is accelerated through the nozzle to become a high velocity stream that entrains tank contents and intimately mixes with them. This combined stream exits the TLA at a high velocity creating a flow field capable of causing additional agitation and mixing the tank contents.

The tank eductor's motive fluid may come from two sources. The tank liquid may be recirculated through the eductor via an external pump or a secondary fluid may be introduced into the tank. Gases, as well as liquids, are used as the secondary fluid. Aeration and gas dispersion for chemical reactions are- common uses of gas motive systems. Liquids are typically additives to be mixed with or to dilute the tank contents. TLA's are often used in heating applications where the motive fluid is generally steam.

Tank Eductor (TLA) Features:

Computer optimized flow paths enable the Model TLA to maintain a high "pick-up ratio" (the ratio of fluid entrained to the motive fluid) while maximizing the hydraulic efficiency (the ratio of hydraulic power at the outlet of the TLA to the hydraulic power at the inlet) to generate an optimum flow field from the greatest flow amplification.

No moving parts in the eductor, minimizing maintenance expenses.

Optimum flow field enables more activity within the tank than competitive units without changing pumps.

Compact design and ease of mounting keeps the TLA from interfering with other tank equipment.

Tank Eductor"In-tank" mounting eliminates need for costly, complex mounting structures above tanks.

The TLA can be used in a wide variety of open vessels or closed tanks. 
Eliminates stratification and promotes a homogenous tank with relation to pH, temperature, solids or gas dispersion, and distribution of chemicals.

Produces a unique agitation not available with other types of mixers, as the TLA can generate a directed flow field within the fluid being mixed including viscous fluids, slurries, and suspensions.

Easily mixes liquids of differing specific gravities and is excellent for scrubbing applications where a lower specific gravity fluid is driven into the higher one.

Flow amplification due to high "pick-up ratio" and hydraulic efficiency permits the use of smaller pumps, which translates to reduced costs of mixing or agitation.

Reduces investment cost because existing transfer pumps can be utilized for more than one purpose.

Optional Features Include:

Edathon Coated Tank Nozzle* Excellent Corrosion Resistance
* Excellent Abrasion Resistance
* 300° F Continuous Service
* Good Non-Stick Characteristics
* Excellent Dielectric Insulation
* Radiation Resistant

This coating is applied via electrostatic powder spray or fluidized powder bed. In addition to possessing the high chemical and temperature resistance which all fluoropolymers are noted for, Edathon's strengths, radiation resistance, wear resistance, and creep resistance are significantly greater than those of other fluoropolymers such as PTFE, FEP, or PFA.

Standard materials TLA's are cast or fabricated in: bronze, 316 stainless and carbon steel. Cast units range from IPS 3/4 to 2. Larger sizes and other materials are fabricated. Consult the factory for details.

Flanged Tank EductorStandard body connection for 3/8 and 3/4 units is male NPT and for 1-1/2 through 3, female NPT. Over 4" is flanged. Optional connections include female/male NPT, butt weld, socket weld, VictualicTm, sil-braze, and flanged.

Standard Materials:

* Carbon Steel
* 316SS
* Bronze
* PVC
* PPL
* PVDF

 
Calculating Turnover Rates

Tank Eductor Turnover RatesWhen turnover rates are used to calculate mixing it is important to consider the viscosity of the fluid and the amounts of solids present. It also important to consider the size, weight and shape of the tanks which may limit the free flow of the mixing solids to maintain suspension. The viscosity or odd flow field within the tank, and suspensions that separate easily may demand constant mixing. In most cases, the TLA will usually provide a homogenous mixture of the vessel in one to three turnovers.

When operated with pressure drops between 10 and 60 PSI, the TLA will entrain at least 4 times as much tank liquid as the motive liquid used. For pressure drops over 60 PSI, the amount of fluid entrained by the TLA remains almost constant. Up to 5 to 1 Entrainment.

To calculate the required turnover time for the tank with pressure drops between 10 and 60 PSI, divide the tank volume by the result of the number of eductors times the outlet flow (GPM).

Show TableTLA performance/Sizing Table (click to show/hide table)
Size IPS Pressure Difference, PSI
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 140
  Motive Flow (GPM) 7.1 10.0 12.3 14.2 15.8 17.4 18.7 20.1 21.3 22.4 24.6 26.5
3/8" mnpt Outlet Flow (GPM) 35 50 61 71 79 87 88 90 91 92 94 96
  Max. Plume Length 4 8 12 16 22 29 36 43 50 58 72 86
3/4" mnpt Motive Flow (GPM) 15.4 21.8 26.7 30.8 34.5 37.8 40.8 43.6 46.3 48.8 53.4 57.7
Outlet Flow (GPM) 77 109 134 154 172 189 192 195 197 200 204 209
Max. Plume Length (FT) 5 11 17 24 33 42 53 64 74 85 106 127
  Motive Flow (GPM) 30.8 43.6 53.4 61.6 68.9 75.5 81.5 87.2 92.5 97.5 107 115
1-1/2" fnpt Outlet Flow (GPM) 154 218 267 306 345 378 384 389 395 400 409 417
  Max. Plume Length (FT) 7.5 16 24 34 46 60 75 90 105 120 150 180
2" fnpt Motive Flow (GPM) 61.6 87.2 107 123 138 151 163 174 185 195 214 231
Outlet Flow (GPM) 308 436 534 616 689 755 767 778 789 799 818 835
Max. Plume Length (FT) 11 23 34 48 65 85 106 12 148 170 212 255
  Motive Flow (GPM) 142 201 246 283 317 347 375 401 426 449 491 531
3" fnpt Outlet Flow (GPM) 708 1,003 1,228 1,417 1,585 1,737 1,764 1,790 1,815 1,836 1,880 1,920
  Max. Plume Length (FT) 16 34 51 73 99 129 161 193 225 257 322 386
4" flg Motive Flow (GPM) 246 349 427 493 551 604 652 698 740 780 856 920
Outlet Flow (GPM) 1232 1744 2136 2448 2760 3024 3072 3112 3160 3200 3272 3336
Max. Plume Length (FT) 22 41 60 95 132 164 196 228 260 295 360 424
6" flg Motive Flow (GPM) 493 698 854 986 1102 1208 1304 1395 1480 1560 1712 1840
Outlet Flow (GPM) 2464 3488 4272 4896 5520 6048 6144 6224 6320 6400 6544 6672
8" flg Motive Flow (GPM) 986 1395 1709 1971 2205 2416 2608 2790 2960 3120 3424 3680
Outlet Flow (GPM) (FT) 4928 6976 8544 9792 11040 12096 12384 12448 12640 12800 13088 13344
10" flg Motive Flow (GPM) 1971 2790 3418 3942 4410 4832 5216 5581 5920 6240 6848 7360
Outlet Flow (GPM) 9856 13952 17088 19584 22080 24192 24576 24896 25344 25600 26176 26688

 

Show TableTLA Dimensional Information (click to show/hide table)
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Size Max Free Passage Dimension A Dimension B Dimension C Dimension D
    IN (mm) IN (mm) IPS (mm) IN (mm)
3/8" 0.2656 5.00 (127) 2.50 (64) 3/8 MNPT (10) .50 (12)
3/4" 0.4062 7.25 (184) 3.69 (94) 3/4 MNPT (20) .81 (20)
1-1/2" 0.5625 10.88 (276) 5.50 (140) 1-1/2 FNPT (40) 1.12 (28)
2" 0.8125 14.50 (368) 7.69 (195) 2 FNPT (50) 1.62 (41)
3" 1.1875 22.00 (559) 11.75 (298) 3 FNPT (80) 2.50 (63)
4" consult 25.00 (635) 12.00 (305) 4 FNPT (100) 3.00 (76)
6" consult 35.00 (889) 25.00 (635) 6 FNPT (150) 4.50 (114)
8" consult Contact Us for 8" and Over