Duplex stainless steel DSS2205 MVR horizontal-tube evaporator engineered for NaCl brine concentration and crystallization at a nominal 5 t/h water removal. Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) recycles latent heat to minimize steam consumption while horizontal calandrias provide robust heat transfer for saline, scaling-prone service.
Clarified brine is concentrated under vacuum. The MVR compressor elevates vapor temperature/pressure and reuses it as the primary heating medium in the horizontal-tube calandria. Optimized ΔT/LMTD, circulation rate, and slurry density stabilize supersaturation for predictable NaCl crystallization at low specific energy.
Wetted parts: DSS2205 (UNS S32205/S31803). Options: super duplex, SS316L, or Ti for special chemistries. Drainable layouts, smooth finishes, and CIP provision support long campaigns and fast turnarounds.
Parameter | Typical Target / Range* |
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Evaporation rate | 5 t/h (water removal), adjustable via compressor VFD |
Operating mode | Vacuum, continuous |
Electric use (MVR) | ~15–40 kWh per ton H₂O evaporated (duty/CR dependent) |
Fresh steam demand | Very low after start-up (backup/ancillary only) |
Crystal size bands | Fine 0.2–0.5 mm; Table 0.5–1.2 mm; Coarse 1.2–2.5 mm |
Materials | DSS2205 wetted; super duplex/316L/Ti optional |
*Performance depends on brine composition, scaling tendency, compression ratio, and exchanger/crystallizer design.
Duplex metallurgy offers higher chloride SCC resistance and strength, enabling thinner walls and better lifecycle in saline duty.
Yes—commonly paired with RO/NF upstream and crystallizer/centrifuge/dryer downstream for solids discharge.
Proper softening/pH control, optimized ΔT/velocity, antiscalant dosing, and scheduled CIP maintain high heat-transfer rates.