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Product Code : SCL-CELE-13923

This pilot-scale continuous distillation system is designed for comprehensive instruction in chemical engineering unit operations, specifically focusing on modern industrial separation processes and process control. The closed-loop operation facilitates in-depth student and researcher investigation of vapor-liquid equilibrium (VLE) and mass transfer principles, providing practical validation for theoretical models.

SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE AND PROCESS FLOW

The binary or multicomponent feed solution is precisely delivered from the feed tank via a peristaltic feed pump into the column. The core apparatus includes high-quality borosilicate glass column sections for visual observation, column packing, sieve plates with down-comers for comparative studies, three electrically heated re-boilers, a reflux separator, a main condenser, and a cap assembly. Process streams are managed by:

Distillate Product: Controlled by a solenoid-operated three-way reflux valve, cooled via a spiral cooler, and collected in the distillate storage tank.
Residue/Bottoms Product: Exits the re-boilers, passes through a residue spiral cooler, and is collected in the bottom product tank.
Recycling: Both product streams can be pumped back to the feed tank for reprocess or steady-state cycling studies.

DATA ACQUISITION AND INSTRUMENTATION

Real-time process monitoring is achieved through a comprehensive instrumentation suite:

Temperature Monitoring: Thermocouples and high-accuracy temperature sensors (up to plus/minus 0.01 degree C) are strategically positioned on all eight sieve plates, packing support plates, feed lines, reflux stream, product coolers, and re-boilers.
Pressure Monitoring: A differential manometer measures column pressure drop across the packing/trays. A vacuum system with a gauge allows for crucial reduced-pressure distillation experiments.
Control: A solenoid reflux return valve and precision feed pump enable automated control of the reflux ratio (L/D) and feed flow rate.
Interfacing: The dedicated Data Acquisition Software connects via USB to a Personal Computer (Windows OS), providing real-time data logging, graphical trending, and tabular analysis, mirroring Distributed Control System (DCS) principles in modern plants [3.4]. A Detailed Operation & Maintenance Manual is included for academic and technical staff.

KEY FEATURES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Component	Specification	Function/Detail
Distillation Columns	approx. 2m height, 50mm diameter	One Sieve Plate Column with 8 plates; One Packed Column for comparative hydrodynamic and efficiency studies.
Temperature Accuracy	plus/minus 0.01 degree C on each plate	Enables highly precise Murphree tray efficiency determination.
Process Vessels	Four 3L flasks plus two 5L feed vessels	Separated capacity for feed, distillate, and bottom product.
Heating Systems	Three 200 degree C 3L borosilicate re-boilers; 500 degree C fluid medium bath	Facilitates studies on re-boiler duty and energy balance.
Cooling System	Refrigerated overhead condenser (min. 0 degree C)	Includes cooling water flow measurement for condenser duty analysis.
Services Required	230 V AC, Single Phase	Standard laboratory electrical supply and PC for data logging.