AIR CLASSIFIERS

Whirlwind, SuperFine and Side Draft (SD )

P O W D E R P R O C E S S I N G T E C H N O L O G Y: T H E S T U RT E VA N T S O L U T I O N .

THE SUPERFINE CLASSIFIER

The SuperFine Classifier achieves the high degree of accuracy demanded in the separation of particles 44 microns and smaller while delivering benefits including: Ideal for separation of high-value materials, 44-5 microns Tight particle size control Compact design allows easy retrofit into existing facilities Consistent, high-quality product, despite variations in feed material, through easy-to-make changes in air flow and variable-speed rejector cage Processes abrasive materials; ceramic liners and/or inexpensive, steel replaceable liners available Effective product cooling Fines collected in cyclone or process collector

36" SuperFine, fully assembled for shipment

APPLICATIONS
Ceramics Chemicals Diatomaceous earth Food products Minerals Plastics Shredded fibers Tobacco

(MIN. CLEARANCE) C

Material entering through the feed spout is subjected to centrifugal force, causing uniform distribution of the material into the upwardmoving air stream. The unique design of the SuperFines variablespeed, multi-blade rejector cage allows only the selected particles to pass into the fines chamber and exhaust into the system collector. Oversized particles settle into the coarse discharge. The SuperFine system delivers maximum selection efficiency and productivity.

SIZE
36" 72"

A
5' 6" 9' 6"

SUPERFINE AIR CLASSIFIERS B C WEIGHT H.P. AIR FLOW

(lbs.) (CFM)

FEED RATE
(lbs./hr.)

3' 9" 7' 4"

3' 6" 4' 8"

2,100 4,800

10-20 25-50

3,000 9,000

1,000-10,000 10,000-30,000

THE WHIRLWIND CLASSIFIER

The Whirlwind Classifier offers an exceptional ability to achieve a wide range of separations. Its features allow precise definition and delivery of the desired size product while delivering the following benefits: Fine classification of 100 to 400 mesh materials Lowest capital cost: no auxiliary equipment, such as cyclones, process dust collectors, air locks, and system fans, are needed Consistent, high-quality product: external adjustment for variation in feed material Saves on operating expenses:
G Low energy consumption G Reduced maintenance; durable,
Whirlwind installation requires no process dust collector

wear-resistant liners Processes abrasive materials; long-wearing, ceramic liners and inexpensive, steel replaceable liners

APPLICATIONS
Aggregates, crushed stone Cement Ceramics Chemicals Coal Diatomaceous earth Fly ash Food products Gypsum Hydrated lime Minerals Plastics Silica sand Soda ash, bicarbonate
(MIN. CLEARANCE) C B

Material entering through the feed spout is subjected to centrifugal force, throwing coarse particles away from the distributing plate and into the air flow. Due to gravity, large particles settle into the coarse cone. Finer particles are swept upward where selector blades generate further classification. During this secondary separation, oversized particles are spun out of the air flow and drop down into the coarse cone. The selected fines continue through the circulating fan and into the fines cone. Fines drop out of the recirculated air flow at the fixed return air vanes.

SIZE
20" 3' 4.5' 6' 8' 10' 12' 14' 16' 18' 20' 22' 24' 26'

A
3' 9" 6' 7" 8' 8" 10' 9" 13' 0" 15' 8" 19' 1" 21' 1" 24' 5" 27' 7" 30' 9" 33' 0" 35' 10" 38' 9"

WHIRLWIND AIR CLASSIFIERS B C WEIGHT H.P. AIR FLOW FEED RATE

(lbs.) Vent (CFM) (tons/hr.)

2' 5" 3' 3" 4' 10" 6' 4" 8' 4" 10' 4" 12' 4" 14' 5" 16' 5" 18' 5" 20' 5" 22' 5" 24' 5" 26' 5"

1' 9" 3' 0" 3' 0" 3' 8" 4' 8" 4' 8" 5' 6" 5' 6" 6' 3" 8' 9" 9' 0" 9' 0" 10' 9" 10' 9"

650 1,500 2,400 6,800 9,500 13,000 18,500 21,500 31,000 50,000 68,000 87,000 117,000 125,000

5-7.5 7.5-10 10-15 15-25 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-75 100-150 250-300 350-400 450-500 600-700 600-800

25-50 65-125 75-150 90-175 150-300 190-375 275-550 400-800 675-1,350 1,000-2,000 1,500-3,000 2,000-4,000 2,500-5,000 3,000-6,000

1 3 8 14 25 40 56 77 125 200 300 450 600 800

THE SIDE DRAFT CLASSIFIER

The SD Classifier represents a highly versatile, energy-efficient system for the consistent separation of particles in the 100 to 400 mesh range. Compact design allows easy retrofit into existing facilities Saves on operating expenses: G Low energy consumption G Durable, wear-resistant design minimizes maintenance Effective product cooling Consistent, high-quality product, regardless of variations in feed material, through easy-to-make changes in air flow and variable-speed rejector cage Processes abrasive materials: ceramic liners and/or inexpensive, wear area replaceable liners available Fines collected in cyclone or process collector

Illustrates ceramic lining in fully-assembled SD

APPLICATIONS
Aggregates, crushed stone Cement Ceramics Chemicals Coal Diatomaceous earth Fly ash Food products Gypsum Hydrated lime Minerals Plastics Shredded fibers Silica sand Soda ash, bicarbonate
(MIN. CLEARANCE) C B

Material enters through the feed spout, is evenly conveyed across the top of the distribution plate and drops into the separating zone, creating a uniformly dispersed curtain of material. Forces generated by the rejector cage and process air subject the curtain of material to particle size classification. High separation efficiencies and precision of classification are obtained by controlling air flow and rejector cage speed. The multi-pin, variable-speed rejector cage allows only the selected fines to pass into the fines chamber and exhaust into the system collector. The coarse particles, after passing through the separating zone, fall into the coarse outlet.

SIZE
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180

SD AIR CLASSIFIERS C WEIGHT H.P. AIR FLOW FEED RATE

(lbs.) (min.-max.) (CFM) (tons/hr:min.-max.)

7' 2" 3' 5" 13' 3" 5' 2" 14' 0" 6' 1" 15' 6" 8' 1" 16' 0" 9' 6" 17' 0" 13' 5" 22' 1" 13' 6" 24' 0" 14' 3" 24' 7" 17' 3" 28' 3" 18' 0" 25' 11" 15' 6" 31' 2" 19' 3" 34' 0" 21' 10" 29' 7" 20' 10" 31' 8" 23' 1" 35' 2" 23' 6" 35' 0" 23' 4"

2' 6" 3' 4" 3' 4" 3' 4" 4' 3" 4' 3" 4' 3" 4' 11" 4' 11" 5' 2" 5' 2" 5' 2" 8' 4" 8' 4" 9' 11" 9' 11" 9' 11"

2,100 2,800 3,500 7,000 14,000 14,600 15,000 29,000 30,500 36,300 37,300 45,400 62,500 63,000 87,300 109,000 88,500

5-7.5 7.5-10 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-75 75-100 100-125 125-150 150 150-200 200-250 250-300 300-400 400-500 500-600

3,000 9,400 15,300 23,500 35,300 38,000 56,000 64,000 88,300 94,200 117,700 141,200 159,000 165,000 180,400 212,000 242,000

4-12 10-40 20-65 30-100 45-150 60-190 75-240 95-300 110-370 140-450 160-500 190-600 220-670 250-770 280-900 320-1,020 360-1,150

STURTEVANT: QUALITY FOR GENERATIONS.

or over a century, Sturtevant has been a leader in the powder processing industry. In the 1920s we pioneered much of the air classification technology that is still in use. Today, with more than 3,100 installations and over 70 years of proven performance in separating dry powders into fine and coarse fractions, our experience is unsurpassed. In response to the variety of applications requiring particle classification through air separation, Sturtevant now offers three separators, providing high-performance equipment that delivers efficiency, accuracy and dependability all over the world in the food, chemical and minerals industries: The Whirlwind - Completely selfcontained, requires no process dust collection equipment. The SuperFine - Ideal for separations at 44-5 microns. The Side DraftTM (SDTM) - High-efficiency separations. Versatile, variable-speed control to change fineness online. Each provides unique benefits, backed by maximum performance and Sturtevant durability, to deliver customized solutions for your most exacting needs.

16-foot Whirlwind installed in grinding circuit producing 325 mesh product

SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE FROM STURTEVANT.

Sturtevant air separators balance the physical principles of centrifugal force, drag force and gravity to generate a highprecision method of classifying particles according to size or density. For dry materials of 100 mesh and smaller, air classification provides the most effective and efficient means for separating a product from a feed stream, for dedusting, or, when used in conjunction with grinding equipment, for increasing productivity. All three Sturtevant air classifiers offer durable construction and other time- and energysaving advantages, including: Capability to process an extensive range of dry materials Higher capacity and finer separations than screeners Simple construction, low maintenance, easy-to-use controls Dial-in, external fineness controls; no system shutdown to change products Maximized wear-resistance for abrasive materials in special applications Easily modified for water cooling, air cooling or drying of product Safe classification for heat-sensitive materials

SD fit being checked prior to shipment

PROVEN PERFORMERS
For most dry material size reduction or separation needs, Sturtevants extensive line of products can meet your requirements.

Micronizer: Jet mills dry particles to sub-micron size; some models USDA-accepted.

Powderizer: Air-swept impact mill with integral classifier; grinds to low-micron range with tightest particle size distribution.

Simpactor: Centrifugal, pintype impact mill; reduces lowto medium-density materials to 50-200 mesh.

Air Classifiers: Air streams separate fine and coarse particles with mechanical rejector for product quality assurance.

Hammermill: Versatile, perfect for friable materials; easy access for maintenance or inspection.

Roll Crusher: Best-suited for controlled reduction of friable materials; minimal fines.

Jaw Crusher: Ideal for coarse and intermediate crushing; minimal fines production.

Screening Machines: Separates powders into several fractions for multiple products or eliminating dust and oversized particles.

Sample Grinders: Disk type grinder for very fine work at small throughput rates.

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