Oil Dehydration Unit DH Model - Reduces Milky Oil Issues and Extends System & Machinery Life | TSUBACO KTE

TSUBACO KTE CO., LTD. is a distributor of Oil Dehydration units (DH) in Thailand, specifically designed for removing water from hydraulic and lubricating oils.

Table of Contents

• Product Overview
• Specifications
• Necessity of Water Removal from Oil
• Operational Technology Types
• Industrial Applications
• Usage Precautions
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Product Overview

Oil Dehydration units (DH) are devices used to separate and remove water contamination from oil. Since water is a major cause of malfunctions in hydraulic and lubrication systems, choosing the appropriate model helps maintain oil quality and effectively extends the service life of machinery.

Specifications

• Oil Volume: Approx. 400 Liters
• Flow Rate: 1.2 / 1.4 L/min (at 50/60Hz)
• Power Requirements: 75W, 200V 3-phase (100V single-phase option available)
• Dimensions: 204 × 285 × 620 mm (L × W × H)
• Weight: 27 kg

Necessity of Water Removal from Oil

Water contamination in oil impacts industrial systems in the following ways:

• Effect on Oil Cleaning Equipment: Excessive water content will cause Electrostatic Oil Cleaners to stop operating immediately.
• Rust Formation: Water adheres to metal surfaces and initiates the rusting process; resulting rust particles then become contaminants in the oil.
• Accelerated Oxidation: Water acts as a catalyst that can speed up oil degradation (oxidation) by tens or even hundreds of times faster than normal.

Operational Technology Types

This equipment is primarily manufactured in two formats to suit different types of contamination:

• Water Absorption Type: Focuses on using media to absorb moisture out of the oil.
• Water Separation Type: Focuses on separating water layers from the oil for efficient management of high water volumes.

Industrial Applications

Oil Dehydration units can be applied to a wide variety of tasks:

• Manufacturing Machinery: Removing water-based coolants that have leaked into hydraulic oil.
• Air Compression and Vacuum Systems: Removing water contaminated in the lubricating oil of compressors or vacuum pumps.
• Marine Machinery: Removing seawater leaking into the hydraulic oil of ship winches or dredging equipment.
• Steam Engines and Turbines: Removing water introduced by steam into the lubricating oil.

Usage Precautions

To ensure the machine operates at full efficiency, the following limitations should be considered:

• Acidity: If the contaminated water is acidic, the absorption capacity will decrease.
• Viscosity and Contaminants: Managing oil with a viscosity higher than 68 cSt or with excessive accumulated contaminants may be difficult.
• Surfactants: Oil containing surfactants may affect the water separation process.
• Selection: Choosing the right model must be based on the oil type and the volume of water contamination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does water adversely affect oil degradation?
A: Water accelerates the oxidation reaction, making oil deteriorate tens to hundreds of times faster compared to bone-dry oil.

Q: Can it be used with high-viscosity oil?
A: If the oil viscosity is higher than 68 cSt, water removal becomes more difficult. Please consult a technical officer to evaluate suitability.

Q: What should be done if there is a small but constant influx of water contamination?
A: We recommend using a model specifically designed for continuous water removal, which is engineered to handle water that accumulates in the system over long periods.

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