The vacuum pump has a low vacuum level
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Our plant’s atmospheric-pressure unit is equipped with a vacuum pump model W-300; it experiences low vacuum levels and a dirty system. How can this be resolved? What should be done from the perspective of processes and equipment?
What type of vacuum pump do you have?
What fluid does your vacuum pump use as a working medium? Consider adding a filtering device; if it’s water, replacing it a few times will improve the situation significantly. If the vacuum level is low, check the pipeline system first; if there are no issues, then check the equipment!
W-300 reciprocating piston type
Reply to 4# Hongcaohao: Liquid ring pumps are used more frequently these days; a technical upgrade is recommended!
You mentioned low vacuum levels and a dirty system; so first, start by cleaning the impurities inside the system. From a preventive perspective, it’s necessary to install filtering equipment.
Considering your process, if there are condensable gases or dust present, it is not recommended to use reciprocating pumps. Start by selecting the appropriate equipment; dry pumps could be an option, with claw pumps being a good choice. If there is a large amount of dust, consider installing a filter before the air inlet
Considering your process, if there are condensable gases or dust present, it is not recommended to use reciprocating pumps. Start by selecting the appropriate equipment; dry pumps could be an option, with claw pumps being a good choice. If there is a large amount of dust, consider installing a filter before the air inlet
Now, whether in terms of equipment reliability or energy conservation and emission reduction, switching from W3 pumps to claw pumps is the better choice