Liquid Extraction Unit – 20 L to 300 L
Product Specification Sheet
Liquid Extraction Unit – 20 L to 300 L
Model Number: MTEU-01
The Liquid Extraction Unit – 20 L to 300 L from Micro Technologies is designed for liquid-liquid extraction, solvent separation and recovery processes. The system uses controlled contact between two suitable immiscible liquid phases to transfer selected components from one phase to another. It is suitable for chemical, pharmaceutical, research, pilot plant and process-development applications.
Product Specification
The Liquid Extraction Unit is a process system designed for the separation or recovery of dissolved components from a liquid mixture using a suitable extraction solvent.
Liquid-liquid extraction is based on the different solubility of a component in two immiscible or partially immiscible liquid phases. When the feed solution comes into contact with an appropriate solvent, the target component preferentially transfers into the phase in which it has greater affinity.
The unit shown is available in capacities ranging from approximately 20 litres to 300 litres, making it suitable for pilot-scale studies, process development, research and suitable production applications.
The system incorporates an extraction vessel, valves, piping, supporting structure and associated process components required for controlled extraction.
After sufficient contact between the liquid phases, the mixture is allowed to separate according to differences in phase properties. The required extract and raffinate phases can then be withdrawn separately.
The unit can also be integrated with suitable solvent recovery or distillation equipment where the extraction solvent needs to be recovered and reused.
Key Features
- Designed for liquid-liquid extraction
- Capacity range from 20 L to 300 L
- Suitable for solvent extraction
- Extraction vessel arrangement
- Controlled liquid-phase contact
- Suitable valve arrangement
- Separate drainage facility
- Process piping provided
- Suitable for batch extraction
- Product separation capability
- Suitable for solvent recovery processes
- Pilot-scale applications
- Process-development applications
- Chemical and pharmaceutical processing
- Custom configurations available
Main Components
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Extraction Vessel | Provides contact between feed and extraction solvent |
| Feed Connection | Allows introduction of process liquid |
| Solvent Connection | Allows addition of suitable extraction solvent |
| Valves | Control liquid movement through the system |
| Process Piping | Connects different sections of the extraction setup |
| Drain Valve | Allows controlled removal of separated liquid |
| Support Structure | Supports the extraction assembly |
| Collection Arrangement | Allows collection of separated phases |
Capacity Range
20 L to 300 L
The Liquid Extraction Unit can be configured for process capacities ranging from approximately 20 litres to 300 litres.
Suitable capacities can be selected for:
- Research batches
- Process development
- Pilot plant trials
- Scale-up studies
- Small production batches
- Chemical processing
- Pharmaceutical processing
Working Principle
1. Feed Charging
The liquid feed containing the component to be extracted is introduced into the extraction vessel.
2. Solvent Addition
A suitable extraction solvent is introduced into the system. The solvent is selected according to the chemical properties of the target component and feed mixture.
3. Phase Contact
The two liquid phases are brought into sufficient contact to promote mass transfer of the desired component from one liquid phase to the other.
4. Solute Transfer
The target compound distributes between the two phases according to its relative solubility and partition behaviour.
5. Phase Separation
After sufficient contact, the liquid phases are allowed to separate.
6. Collection
The separated phases are withdrawn through the appropriate outlets for further processing, purification or solvent recovery.
Liquid-Liquid Extraction Process
Extract Phase
The extract phase is the liquid phase containing the transferred target component after extraction.
Raffinate Phase
The raffinate phase is the remaining feed phase after part of the target component has been transferred into the extraction solvent.
The efficiency of the process depends on factors including:
- Solvent selection
- Solvent-to-feed ratio
- Temperature
- Contact time
- Mixing/contact efficiency
- Phase separation characteristics
- Distribution coefficient
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Liquid Extraction Unit |
| Process | Liquid-Liquid Extraction |
| Capacity Range | Approx. 20 L to 300 L |
| Operation | Batch / Process |
| Main Component | Extraction Vessel |
| Feed Type | Liquid |
| Extraction Medium | Suitable Solvent |
| Separation Principle | Differential Solubility / Partitioning |
| Phase System | Two Suitable Liquid Phases |
| Drain Arrangement | Provided |
| Process Connections | Provided |
| Application | Extraction, Separation & Recovery |
Exact vessel capacity, construction material, operating temperature, pressure rating, solvent compatibility and process configuration depend on the application.
Benefits
- Efficient liquid-liquid extraction
- Suitable for solvent-based separation
- Wide 20 L to 300 L capacity range
- Useful for product recovery
- Supports purification processes
- Suitable for batch operation
- Can support solvent recovery workflows
- Useful for process optimization
- Suitable for pilot-scale studies
- Supports scale-up development
- Flexible process configuration
- Suitable for multiple industries
Scope of Application
- Liquid-Liquid Extraction
- Solvent Extraction
- Chemical Separation
- Product Recovery
- Compound Purification
- Pharmaceutical Extraction
- Process Development
- Pilot Plant Studies
- Specialty Chemical Processing
- Solvent Recovery
- Research & Development
- Batch Processing
Applications
- Pharmaceutical Industries
- Chemical Industries
- Fine Chemical Industries
- Specialty Chemical Industries
- Research Laboratories
- Pharmaceutical R&D
- Pilot Plants
- Process Development Laboratories
- Chemical Research Facilities
- Industrial Research Centers
- Production Facilities
- Research Institutes
Optional Configurations
- Different extraction vessel capacities
- Alternative materials of construction
- Customized process piping
- Additional collection receivers
- Temperature monitoring
- Process instrumentation
- Customized valves
- Solvent recovery arrangement
- Distillation system integration
- Customized supporting structure
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Liquid Extraction Unit?
A Liquid Extraction Unit is process equipment used to transfer a desired component from one liquid phase into another suitable liquid phase based on differences in solubility.
What capacity range is available?
The shown unit is available from approximately 20 litres to 300 litres.
What is liquid-liquid extraction?
Liquid-liquid extraction is a separation technique in which a dissolved component is transferred between two suitable liquid phases according to its relative solubility.
What is the extract phase?
The extract is the phase into which the desired component has been transferred during the extraction process.
What is the raffinate phase?
The raffinate is the remaining feed phase after extraction of some of the target component.
Can this unit be used for solvent extraction?
Yes. The system is designed for suitable solvent-based liquid extraction processes.
Can the solvent be recovered after extraction?
Yes. The extraction system can be integrated with appropriate distillation or solvent-recovery equipment where process requirements permit.
Is it suitable for pharmaceutical processing?
Yes. It can be configured for suitable pharmaceutical extraction, purification and process-development applications.
Is it suitable for pilot plant use?
Yes. The 20 L to 300 L capacity range makes it suitable for research, process development, pilot trials and scale-up studies.
Can the unit be customized?
Yes. Capacity, material of construction, piping, valves, receivers, instrumentation and related process components can be configured according to the application.
Why Choose Micro Technologies?
- 20 L to 300 L capacity range
- Suitable for liquid-liquid extraction
- Solvent extraction applications
- Product separation and recovery
- Pilot plant configurations
- Process-development applications
- Flexible process design
- Custom capacity options
- Solvent recovery integration options
- Pharmaceutical and chemical applications
- Industrial supply
- Technical assistance
Call to Action
Choose the Liquid Extraction Unit – 20 L to 300 L from Micro Technologies for liquid-liquid extraction, solvent separation, purification and product recovery. Contact us with your required capacity, feed material, extraction solvent, operating conditions and application for a suitable configuration and quotation.
