Gopani's Industrial Sparger Systems
Gopani’s sintered spargers are designed to introduce gases into liquids through thousands of microscopic pores, generating tiny bubbles that are far more numerous than those produced by drilled pipes and other sparging methods. The increased gas/liquid contact area significantly reduces the time and volume of gas required for successful gas dissolution into the liquid.
In-Tank Spargers
Our innovative porous metal in-tank spargers can enhance gas absorption in tanks by up to threefold in comparison to drilled pipes. We utilize porous metal which provides thousands of flow paths. This allows gas to exit through the spargers in minuscule bubbles, resulting in superior absorption compared to traditional sparging technologies.
Whether you require a single sparger or an assembly of multiple spargers for a large tank, Gopani is equipped to meet your needs.
Typical Applications:
- Water Treatment (pH Control)
- Biofuel/Fermentation (Oxygenation)
- Wine Production (O2 Stripping)
- Beer Production (Carbonation)
- Chemical Production (Volatile Stripping/Reactions)
- Mining (Agitation)
In-Line Spargers
Gopani’s porous metal in-line spargers can be installed directly into your flow path, increasing gas absorption by as much as 300% over traditional sparging technologies. This leads to faster throughput and reduced gas usage.
Available Connections:
- Industrial flanges
- Sanitary flanges
- NPT threads
- Tube stubs
- Other connectors (upon request)
Micro Spargers for Bioreactors
Our micro spargers are designed to reduce bubble size and increase gas transfer and kLa, thereby reducing gas consumption and improving upstream reactor yields. They can elevate mass transfer rates by 100% to 400% compared to standard drilled pipe or single-opening dip tubes.
Specifications:
- Materials of Construction: (Please see Dimension Diagrams)
- Porous Media Grades: 2 μm, 5 μm, 10 μm, and 15 μm
- Connections: M5 thread with O-ring grooves, 10-32 UNF threads, hose barb, NPT threads, and butt weld ends available.
Quick-Change Spargers for Bioreactors
Gopani’s quick-change spargers significantly enhance mass transfer rates in bioreactors. They introduce gases into stirred or unstirred reactor vessels via millions of tiny bubbles, optimizing the gas-to-liquid contact areas for improved mass transfer rates. The quick-change design allows for swift changeover for new batches without the need to cut or weld sparger elements.
Typical Applications:
- Mammalian cell bioprocessing
- Biofermentation
- Aeration
- Bench top bioreactors
Sparging Assemblies for Large Tanks
Designed for high gas absorption in large tanks, Gopani’s large sparging assemblies comprise multiple interconnected spargers that work together to raise the gas dispersion area, leading to superior mass transfer of the gas.
Sparging Assembly Shapes:
- Octagonal and grid shaped sparging assemblies are most frequent.
- Custom designs available upon request
Available Connections:
- NPT
- Straight tube
- Flange
- Sanitary connections
- Other connectors upon request
Media Grades:
- Media grade 2 recommended for most sparging applications
- Media grade 10 is recommended for steam sparging applications
- Other custom options available upon request
Alloys:
- Standard porous and hardware alloys: 316L SS, 310 SS, Hastelloy® C-276, Hastelloy® X, Monel® 400, Nickel 200, Inconel® 600
- Other alloys available upon request
Typical Applications:
- Mammalian Cell Bioprocessing
- Biofermentation
- Aeration
- Bench Top Bioreactors
Gopani’s Industrial Sparger Systems are designed for optimal performance, versatility, and convenience. Our solutions cater to both small-scale and industrial applications. Choose Gopani for the perfect sparging solution to meet your needs.
The Art of Sparger Design: A 5-Step Guide from Gopani
The delicate balance of flavor in your beer and the innovative strides in cancer cell research share an unlikely ally – the humble sparger. Whether you’re crafting the next great ale or pioneering in cellular research, a sound understanding of spargers is essential. Spargers – or bubblers, carbonators, and aerators – are devices that infuse gases into liquids, facilitating a highly efficient gas-to-liquid transfer.
This article walks you through Gopani’s five-step method for designing a custom sparger for optimal performance.
Step 1: Establish Your Project Objectives and Application Parameters
The first step in creating a sparger is to comprehensively define your project objectives and understand the specifics of your application. Here are some guiding questions:
- What is your ultimate goal? (e.g., oxygenation, agitation, carbonation, heating the liquid, pH balancing)
- Is your liquid flowing through a conduit or stored in a tank?
- What are the properties of the liquid and the gas you are employing?
- How rapidly must the gas be integrated into the liquid?
- What is the temperature of the liquid?
- What are the flow rates and pressures of the gas and liquid?
- For tank-based applications, what is the head pressure?
- For inline applications, what is the pipe diameter?
Step 2: Ascertain the Necessary Gas Volume (ACFM)
The Actual Cubic Feet per Minute (ACFM) of gas to be dispersed into the liquid is a vital detail. If you already have the standard CFM, we can adjust it to the ACFM based on the gas’s temperature and pressure. If you’re uncertain about the gas volume, our team is available to assist you.
Step 3: Fine-Tune the Gas Exit Velocity
The velocity of gas exit plays an essential role in the efficiency of gas dispersion. Our team will work with you to calculate the ideal gas exit velocity to avoid bubble coalescence and conserve precious gas. Smaller bubbles enhance the speed of gas absorption into the liquid, but coalescence (when smaller bubbles merge to form larger ones) reduces surface area and requires more gas to reach the desired effect.
Step 4: Calculate the Required Sparging Surface Area
The sparging surface area is directly proportional to the efficiency of gas dispersion. Our team will analyze the unique aspects of your application to figure out the exact sparging surface area you need.
Step 5: Decide on the Sparger Material and Geometry
The final step involves choosing the best material to manufacture your sparger. We’ll also establish the ideal pore size, unit’s diameter and length, and the number of sparging elements needed. Additionally, we’ll design the perfect fittings for a seamless connection to your system.
Leverage Our Expertise
Gopani spargers, famed for producing ultra-fine gas bubbles, are highly regarded by manufacturers across various sectors. Our sintered spargers can enhance the transfer of gases into liquids by up to 400% compared to traditional spargers. Gopani’s engineers are always eager to collaborate with you to design the perfect sparger for your application. We bring decades of experience in crafting spargers that can withstand high temperatures, pressures, and corrosive environments.
Designing a cost-effective and efficient process is attainable with our support. Don’t hesitate to get started – the earlier we engage in discussions about your vision and goals, the better we can assist you in reaching your system’s full potential. Contact us today to embark on your sparger design journey!
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