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Jet Mixers by
Mixing Systems |
Top Entering Agitators |
| In-basin moving parts |
No |
Yes |
| Mix large and small tanks |
Yes |
Yes |
| Energy efficient |
High |
High |
| Gears |
No |
Yes |
| Long shafts |
No |
Yes |
| Maintenance costs |
Low |
High |
| Structural support at top of tank |
Not required |
Not recommended |
| Baffles |
Not required |
Not required |
| Mixer placement close to tank bottom |
Recommended |
Not recommended |
| Mix tank less that 1/3 normal liquid level |
Recommended |
Not recommended |
| Tank shape and geometry |
Flexible |
Less flexible |
| Practical for very deep tanks, 60 ft (18 M) |
Yes |
No (possible shaft and seal problems) |
| Viscosities greater than 1000 cP |
Not cost effective |
Recommended |
| Blending applications |
Yes |
Yes |
| Gas/Liquid contacting |
Very efficient |
Less efficient |
| Solids suspension |
Yes |
Yes |
| Materials of construction |
SS, CS, alloys, fiberglass |
SS, CS, alloys |
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