Ultrasonic Dispersion And Depolymerization

Dispersing and deagglomerating solids in liquids is one of the key applications for high-power and probe ultrasonics. The extreme shear forces generated by ultrasonic cavitation break up particle agglomerates into individually dispersed particles. Due to its localized, highly focused shear forces, ultrasonics is exceptionally well-suited for preparing micron- and nanoscale dispersions for laboratory, R&D, and industrial production applications.

 

Mixing powders with liquids is a common step in formulating various products, including paints, inks, cosmetics, beverages, hydrogels, and more. Individual particles are held together by various physical and chemical attractive forces, including van der Waals forces and liquid surface tension. These forces are particularly strong in high-viscosity liquids such as polymers or resins. Overcoming these forces is essential to achieve particle depolymerization and dispersion within the liquid medium. The following sections introduce ultrasonic dispersion and homogenization equipment used in our laboratory and industrial applications.

 

Ultrasonic waves disperse solid materials into liquids.

 

The working principle of ultrasonic dispersers is based on ultrasonic cavitation. Cavitation generates powerful forces that break down particle agglomerates. Additionally, liquid is forced into the spaces between particles.

 

Currently, various technologies exist on the market for dispersing powders into liquids, such as high-pressure homogenizers, magnetic stirrers, jet mills, and rotor-stator mixers. However, ultrasonic dispersing homogenizers offer significant advantages.

Compared to other mixing technologies like high-pressure homogenizers, magnetic stirrers, and rotor-stator mixers, ultrasonic dispersing homogenizers possess numerous benefits. Some of the most prominent advantages include:

 

Improved particle size reduction effect:Ultrasonic dispersing homogenizers can effectively reduce particle size down to the nanometer level, a capability unmatched by many other mixing technologies. This makes them an ideal choice for applications demanding strict control over fine particle size.

 

Mixing speed faster:Ultrasonic dispersers can mix and disperse materials faster than many other technologies, thereby saving time and boosting productivity.

 

Pollution-free:Ultrasonic dispersers do not require grinding media, which can contaminate the dispersion due to wear.

 

Superior product quality:Ultrasonic dispersers produce more uniform mixtures and suspensions, thereby reducing operational costs.

 

Lower energy consumption:Ultrasonic dispersers typically consume less energy than other technologies, thereby reducing operating costs.

 

Versatility:Ultrasonic dispersers have a wide range of applications, including homogenization, emulsification, dispersion, and deagglomeration. They can also process various materials, including abrasives, fibers, corrosive liquids, and even gases.

Due to these process advantages, reliability, and ease of operation, ultrasonic dispersers outperform other mixing technologies, making them a popular choice for numerous industrial applications.

 

Ultrasonic Dispersion and Depolymerization Equipment for Any Scale

 

We provide ultrasonic equipment capable of seamlessly transitioning from laboratory pilot testing and intermediate trials to full-scale production lines. Laboratory units accommodate vessels ranging from 500ml to 5L. Industrial ultrasonic systems support process development and manufacturing, handling batches from 2L to 2000L.

 

The table below outlines approximate processing capacities for our ultrasonic dispersion equipment (data is preliminary estimates; values require recalculation for different materials):

 

Batch Volume	Flow	Recommended Devices
500ml~5L	20ml~400ml/min	YPS17B-HB/YPS15B-HB/YPS11B-HB
5L~10L	0.2L~4L/min	YPM11B-MB
10L~60L	2L~10L/min	YPM11-M018
60L~200L	3L~15L/min	YPM11-M020
200L+	larger	Cluster of YPM11-M020(Require assessment and customization)