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Mist separators are used to remove mist, aerosols, and other contaminants from air or gas streams. Supplied of various forms, materials, and sizes to fit the specific application needs. Mist separators are available in a variety of forms and sizes, depending on their application. Common forms include vertical, horizontal, and cylindrical designs. Materials used for mist separators may include stainless steel, plastic, fiberglass, and other metals.
Mist Separators of Cylindrical Shape:
Top inlet and a plate-type collector at the bottom which acts as an outlet. This assembly is usually fitted with a filter element to collect the mist particles before they reach the outlet.
Primary application of mist separators is in industrial processes such as oil refining, petrochemical and chemical production, power plants, and the food and beverage industry. They are also increasingly being used in commercial and residential environments for treating polluted air. Mist separators can be used for both liquid and gaseous pollutants, and may include additional devices such as cyclones, centrifuges, electrostatic precipitators, and filters.
