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3V Tech Glass Lined Reactor – PL Type
The PL Type Glass Lined Reactor from 3V Tech is engineered for optimal performance in highly corrosive and demanding chemical environments. Designed for aggressive acid conditions, this reactor offers superior heat transfer, robust corrosion resistance, and contamination-free processing, making it a core solution for industries requiring reliable mixing and heating in reaction processes.
Manufactured in compliance with ASME Section VIII, Div. 1, and U-stamped for pressure vessel certification, the PL series reactors are available in sizes from 300 to 9,000 gallons working capacity. Each unit integrates advanced agitation technology, including a press-lock removable blade agitator system and optional multi-stage mixing designs, ensuring reproducible performance and long service life.
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Features and Options
Nominal Capacity
- 300 GAL to 9,000 GAL
Design Specifications
- Pressure: FV to 125 PS
- Temperature range: –13°F to +450°F
Design and Calculation Codes
- ASME Section VIII Div. 1 / U-stamped
Construction System
- One-piece construction (welded bottom vessel + cover)
Jacket Design
- Half pipe coil design
Nozzles
- Flanges per ANSI B16.5, with 2-piece backing flange
- All glass lined nozzles include loose backing split flanges per ANSI flange standards
Gaskets
- PTFE envelope type with stainless steel insert (all glass lined connections)
Agitator System
- Press-lock removable blade agitator with PBT (pitch blades turbine)
- Other mixing designs available on request
Drive Unit
- 3-phase asynchronous electric motor, EExd certified
- Speed reducer with ground profile gears
- Direct-mounted connection between motor and reduction gear
Explosion Protection
- Class 1 – Div.2
Shaft Seal
- Double mechanical seal cartridge design for quick replacement
- Side dismantling without removing gear
- Thermometer and pressure gauge included
- Thermosiphon lubrication unit with manual pump
- Gas-lubricated seal (contacting or non-contacting) available on request
- Mechanical lip type seal available on request
Supports
- Legs, side brackets, and support rings
- Custom designs available on request
Glass Lining
- G2208 multipurpose glass (blue, light blue, white)
- Other glass types available on request
Glass Quality (DIN 28063 Standards)
- Visual inspection
- Thickness check
- StatiFlux electrified particle test
- Spark test (ISO 2746):
- 20,000V test post-glass-lining
- 12,000V pre-shipment
Additional Features
- Glass lined manhole protection ring
- Spring-assisted lifting for manway cover
- Sight glass
- Light glass
Accessories
Probes
- pH, redox probe – Glass lined or tantalum tip
- RP probe – Detects glass lining failure
- Temperature probe – Glass lined or tantalum tip
Pipes & Sampling
- Glass lined / PTFE lined dip pipes – Other corrosion-resistant options available
- Sampling probe – Simple or continuous type with circulation washing pump and optional pH probe
Valves & Devices
- Glass lined bottom outlet valve – Manual or pneumatic operation
- Fast closing device
- Powder charging device
Insulation & Lighting
- Sealed insulation – Stainless steel clad (mineral wool or foam glass)
- Full insulation of vertical shell, bottom, and top head available
- Light fitting – EExd certified
Jacket Enhancements
Agitating nozzles – Boost liquid media circulation in the jacket
Applications
Glass lined PL reactors are ideal for high-purity and corrosion-resistant processes across a variety of sectors. Common applications include:
- Base chemicals
- Chloralkali processes
- Crop protection
- Flavours and fragrances
- Pharmaceuticals (including API synthesis)
- Precious and technology metals
- Hydrometallurgy
Documents
Contact Us
Do you have questions or comments about receiving a quote, our products, solutions and services, and support? Contact us by filling out the form.
- Stephen White - Mob: 083 165 3830
- Michael Bradley (External) – Mob: 086 047 6178
- Ross O’Donovan – Tel: 021 461 7230
- Tel: 021 461 7200
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