Analysis of Pressure Drop in Gas–Solids Cyclone Separators: An Experimental Approach

Abstract

In industrial operations, cyclone separators are essential for removing particles from gas streams. The performance and energy efficiency of these devices are greatly impacted by the pressure drop across them. Through experimental investigation, this paper examines the pressure decrease in gas-solids cyclone separators. The effect of many operational factors on the pressure drop was investigated, including gas velocity, particle size, and input design.The findings demonstrated that the pressure drop across the cyclone increases significantly with increasing inflow velocity and reduces with increasing cyclone size. Regardless of cyclone size, input velocity, or particle size, a strong direct correlation was found between the pressure drop for dusty air and that for clean air. Operating at moderate gas velocities was shown to significantly reduce pressure drop without compromising separation performance, whereas higher velocities necessitate advanced cyclone designs or secondary systems to mitigate the associated pressure increases