Wet Electrostatic Precipitator & Electrostatic Tar Precipitator Manufacturers In India




A Wet Electrostatic Precipitator (Wet ESP) / Electrostatic Tar Precipitator (ETP) is an air pollution control device that is designed to remove fine particulate matter, aerosols, Mist, Tar as well as certain gases, from industrial exhaust gases. It accomplishes this through the application of electrostatic forces, as well as the use of water or other liquid to enhance the capture of particles. Wet ESPs are commonly used in various industrial applications where the removal of fine particulates, submicron-sized particles, and soluble gases is necessary.
Here is a description of the key components and operation of a Wet ESP:
Components of a Wet Electrostatic Precipitator / Electrostatic Tar Precipitator :
- Inlet Section:The polluted gas stream, which may contain fine particulates and aerosols, enters the Wet ESP through an inlet duct.
- Gas Distribution Plate: This component is located at the inlet of the Wet ESP and helps evenly distribute the gas flow to ensure efficient particle charging and collection.
- Electrostatic Precipitator Section: This section includes a series of high-voltage discharge electrodes (negative) and collecting electrodes (positive). These electrodes are spaced apart and aligned in a way that creates a corona discharge and a strong electric field.
- Washing System: A continuous flow of water or other liquid is introduced into the Wet ESP. The liquid is sprayed or cascaded over the collecting electrodes, forming a thin film or mist. The liquid is used to provide conductivity and improve the collection efficiency by enhancing the capture of charged particles.
- Collection ElectrodesThe positively charged collecting electrodes are designed to attract and capture the negatively charged particles and droplets from the gas stream
- Outlet Section: The cleaned gas exits the Wet ESP through an outlet duct.
Operation of a Wet Electrostatic Precipitator / Electrostatic Tar Precipitator :
- Ionization and Charging: When the polluted gas passes through the electrostatic precipitator section, the gas molecules are ionized by the corona discharge created by the high-voltage discharge electrodes. This results in the charging of fine particles and aerosols present in the gas stream.
- Particle Collection: The charged particles are attracted to and collected on the grounded collecting electrodes. The liquid film or mist on the collecting electrodes aids in the capture of the charged particles. This process is highly efficient for submicron-sized particles and fine particulates.
- Droplet Collection: Any soluble gases or aerosols in the gas stream are also captured by the liquid film and are removed from the gas stream as droplets.
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Periodically, the collected particles and droplets are washed away from the collecting electrodes and collected for disposal.