Wiped Film Evaporator

Wiped Film Evaporator
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Industrial Evaporation Equipment

The wiped film evaporator is a highly efficient thermal separation equipment designed to continuously separate volatile compounds, that uses high-speed rotating blades to continuously distribute liquid into a uniform thin film along the inner wall of a heated cylinder. This design enables rapid evaporation or distillation, even for heat-sensitive, viscous, or fouling-prone materials. It operates under high vacuum in order to reduce operating temperatures for high boiling and heat sensitive products. In addition to evaporation, the thin film evaporator can also perform deodorization, degassing, heating, cooling, and other unit operations. Various blade configurations are available, including centrifugal, hinged, and fixed scraper types, to match specific process conditions and requirements.

Application
  • Chemical industry
    Used for distillation, concentration, and solvent removal, especially with heat-sensitive or viscous materials.
  • Food industry
    Applied in evaporation, solvent stripping, and drying processes. The evaporation system reduces thermal residence time, helping to prevent degradation or caramelization while preserving the original flavor and nutritional value of food ingredients.
  • Pharmaceutical industry
    Used for extraction, concentration, and crystallization of pharmaceutical compounds. The short residence time and gentle evaporation conditions help maintain drug potency and active ingredients.
  • Environmental industry
    Used in the treatment of industrial wastewater and off-gases, enabling the separation and concentration of harmful substances, and reducing the environmental impact of industrial waste.
Specifications
Model Area (m²) Dimensions (mm) Motor power (kW)
YMGB2 2 400×4223 3
YMGB4 4 600×5080 5.5
YMGB6 6 800×5450 7.5
YMGB8 8 800×7090 7.5
YMGB10 10 800×8495 15
YMGB15 15 1000×9746 22
YMGB20 20 1400×11713 22
YMBG25 25 1400×12650 30
YMGB30 30 1400×13015 30

A wiped film evaporator consists of a steam-heated jacketed shell with rotating scraper blades mounted on a central shaft. Feed liquid is introduced tangentially at the top and forms a thin descending film along the heated inner wall as it moves downward under gravity and blade action. The evaporated vapor exits from the top through a demister, while the concentrated liquid is discharged from the bottom.

Operating pressure plays a critical role in evaporation performance. A sufficiently high vacuum level improves evaporation efficiency by lowering the boiling point of the liquid. However, if the pressure drops too low, it may hinder heat transfer and reduce overall efficiency. Maintaining stable and optimal vacuum conditions is essential for achieving consistent and efficient operation.
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