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As a professional extraction equipment manufacturer, we understand the importance of flow control for the separation of tantalum and niobium during the extraction process. Like the conductor of a musical instrument, it determines the success of the separation. To this end, we have incorporated advanced flow control systems into our equipment design.
Our extraction equipment is equipped with high-precision flow sensors and intelligent control valves to create a precise flow control system. The flow sensors monitor the flow rate of the extracting liquid in real time and feed the data back to the central control system. The control valve, based on preset parameters, issues precise instructions to the intelligent control valve, achieving millisecond-level flow adjustment. This closed-loop control ensures a stable flow rate within the optimal range, laying the foundation for efficient tantalum and niobium separation.
The extraction process is essentially about balancing the distribution of tantalum and niobium ions between the two phases. Stable flow ensures sufficient contact between the two phases, balanced ion distribution, and complete separation. Flow fluctuations affect separation efficiency. Flow fluctuations can also significantly affect separation purity and recovery. Excessive flow reduces purity and recovery, while insufficient flow can cause the extractant to age and degrade, also impacting recovery.
To address flow fluctuations, the equipment is equipped with a buffer device and a flow compensation system. The former acts as a "reservoir," absorbing excess liquid; the latter automatically replenishes liquid to ensure a stable flow rate. These innovative designs help us continuously push the boundaries of technology, empowering tantalum and niobium extraction with superior flow control technology, and propelling the industry into a new era of intelligence and efficiency.