To acquire the maximum efficiency in packed column, liquid should be distributed uniformly over the packed bed.Therefore, Liquid Distributors are used above each bed of packing.Good practice designed distributors have following specifications:
Type |
Orifice Pan Distributor |
Diameter |
300 – 1000 mm |
Liquid Range |
2.5 - 75 m³/hm² |
Resistance to Fouling |
Low |
Turndown Ratio |
2:1 |
Holes Position |
Square or triangular pattern punched in the pan floor |
Drip points Density |
60 - 100 drip points / m2 |
Optional Features |
Combined with hat to operate as re-distributor |