where the centripetal acceleration causes denser substances to separate out along the radial direction

KOSUN decanter centrifuge is a piece of equipment, generally driven by an electric motor (some older models were spun by hand), that puts an object in rotation around a fixed axis, applying a force perpendicular to the axis. A centrifuge is also used to separate the components of blood in blood banks. The centrifuge works using the sedimentation principle, where the centripetal acceleration causes denser substances to separate out along the radial direction (the bottom of the tube). By the same token lighter objects will tend to move to the top.
KOSUN DC series oilfield decanter centrifuge is used in separating suspension of solids phase with particle diameter(d≥2μm) for drilling mud and fluids handling. Ruggedly built for oilfield and industrial services, it is especially effective in environmentally sensitive areas. It delivers high fluid-recovery rates and efficient solids control to significantly reduce the costs of makeup fluids and disposal. The centrifuge must test the dynamic balance for smooth operation over long periods.

KOSUN DC series decanter centrifuge features
1. Innovative design includes longer bowl for increased retention time, resulting in drier solids and finer cut points
2. Big bowl Big Volume, high G force available
3. Stainless steel bowl, scroll, compartment and cover resist corrosion and provide long service life.
4. Tungsten carbide scroll points with wide spacing flights at tapered end create a finer layer of conveyed solids for consistent, uniform separation and maximum solids control efficiency.
5. German FAG or Sweden SKF brand bearings
6. Electrical Components: SIEMENS/Schneider ATEX or IEC Ex for option.
7. Screw pump & centrifugal pump feeding pump option available to meet different application.

KOSUN drilling fluids decanter centrifuge can meet with different requirements of mud treatment under various drilling conditions,that can do sedimentation and separation for particles more than 2 um. After treatment,the mud can achieve ideal viscosity and proportion, results in better recycling,high efficiency,saving and environment protection.
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