Selection issue for slurry transfer pump
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There is an existing chemical processing project in which lead oxide needs to be mixed with water to form a slurry before being fed into the next reaction step. Experts, would a diaphragm pump be a good choice, or is a device called a colloid mill more suitable? My first thought is that a diaphragm pump will suffice; I have used a colloid mill in a pigment project. I would appreciate it if experts could give their opinions
The first thing to consider is the delivery pressure; diaphragm pumps are generally not suitable for pressures above 0.8 MPa
If a mixing step is available, it can be fed directly into the pump without the need for a colloid mill. Depending on the pressure required, the slurry can be pumped using various types of pumps such as high-pressure diaphragm pumps, hose pumps, screw pumps, or pneumatic diaphragm pumps.