Introduction MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions (WFS) offers a wide variety of capillary modules under the MICRODYN brand. MICRODYN cross-flow microfiltration (MF) modules are used to separate suspended solids larger than 0.2 micron. The highly porous polypropylene (PP) membrane is backwashable, allowing for stable and efficient filtration with continuously high product flux.
Please refer to Appendix 1, Table 1 for an overview of available MICRODYN capillary modules. For more module-specific data, please refer to the respective datasheet on the webpage (Capillary & Tubular Modules - MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions (microdyn-nadir.com) MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
All new modules being stored prior to use should remain in original packaging. RETURNING A MODULE If a module is returned for any reason, MANN+HUMMEL WFS must approve the shipment first. Please contact the appropriate MANN+HUMMEL WFS representative before sending the product back. Non-approved return shipments will be rejected.
In the vertical position, the permeate outlet must always be toward the top of the module so that air can be removed completely from the module prior to operation (Figure 3). Concentrate Permeate Drainage for Cleaning Feed Figure 3. Module in the vertical position. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
In the PBP process, a part of the permeate is pushed back by compressed gas (e.g. air). Care must be taken so that the gas is not pressed into the membrane. Otherwise, the membranes will be made a partially hydrophobic with reduced flux. A reactivation must then be performed. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
Pressure Drop in the Module Effective Operating Pressure Module Length Figure 5. The pressure drop along the length of the module. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
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MICRODYN capillary modules at 20°C. Figure 6. Relationship between pressure drop and velocity of water at 20°C measured in a MD 150 CP 2N. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
This configuration allows for fewer modules for a system. Figure 9. Simplified diagram (without control devices and back pulsing system) of a multistage system. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
C) A simplified graph showing the decline in membrane performance without PBP or chemical cleaning. PBP and chemical cleanings help restore membrane performance by removing particles from the membrane surface. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
) is not used as a cleaning substance. The air is only used to pressurize the back pulse tank to push the liquid backwards through the membrane. Figure 11. Simplified flow diagram with PBP using compressed air, along with the switch diagram for the valves. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
PRS-Bleed ® SEPRODYN Feed Open Module Feed Pump (Off) Compressed Timer PBP-Tank Open Open Figure 13. Flow diagram of PBP with the second filtrate socket. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
Deaeration Compressed Air Permeate Concentrate Feed ® SEPRODYN Module Circulation Pump Figure 15. Flow diagram showing the adjustment of filtrate flow with regulator valve VR. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
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Before filtration of these substances, please consult with your MANN+HUMMEL WFS representative. Exceptions include low volatile substances such as grease, oil, and wax; these substances cause negligible swelling and little reduction to mechanical strength.
Inorganic fouling (e.g. mineral salts, ferrous compounds) is removed using acidic agents. Organic acids like citric acid, oxalic acid, or mixtures of hydrochloric acid and oxalic acid have proven favorable. • For more information about cleaning, please consult MANN+HUMMEL WFS. MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
Pilot testing is usually required to determine the feasibility and process parameters of the filtration/concentration process utilizing MICRODYN. Please note that MANN+HUMMEL WFS offers compact pilot units (see Figure 17) and supervision of piloting. For more details, please contact your MANN+HUMMEL WFS representative.
MD150 CU 2M 5-40 16400 MD150 CU 2N 5-40 16400 MD200 CV 2N7CC PVC-C 5-40 22000 *Flow rate for 1 m/s velocity with water @25°C MICRODYN CAPILLARY MODULES | USER MANUAL MANN+HUMMEL Water & Fluid Solutions | REVISION DATE: 09/09/2021...
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