Dual Inlet/Outlet

#Antlia dual inlet/outlet #AODD (Air-Operated Double Diaphragm) #pump is a type of pump that utilises compressed air to transfer fluids. It is designed with two separate inlet and outlet ports, allowing for increased versatility and improved #fluid handling capabilities.
Here's how a dual inlet/outlet AODD pump generally works:
Construction: The pump consists of two diaphragms, each with its own dedicated inlet and outlet valve. The diaphragms are connected to a common shaft in the center.
Air supply: Compressed air is supplied to the pump, which is controlled by a pneumatic system. The air pressure alternately acts on the diaphragms, causing them to move back and forth.
Suction stroke: During the suction stroke, one diaphragm moves backward, creating a vacuum in the pump chamber. This vacuum draws fluid through the inlet valve into the chamber.
Discharge stroke: Simultaneously, the other diaphragm moves forward, pressurizing the fluid in the opposite chamber. This pressure opens the outlet valve, allowing the fluid to be discharged through the outlet port.
Reversal: The direction of the diaphragms' movement is reversed by alternating the air pressure. The diaphragm that was in the suction stroke now goes into the discharge stroke, and vice versa. This continuous back-and-forth motion creates a pumping action.
By having dual inlet and outlet ports, a dual inlet/outlet AODD pump offers several advantages:
Versatility: The pump can handle fluids from two separate sources or deliver fluids to two different destinations simultaneously.
Increased flow rate: The dual configuration allows for higher flow rates compared to a single inlet/outlet pump, making it suitable for applications requiring greater fluid transfer capacity.
Redundancy: In case one inlet or outlet becomes blocked or needs maintenance, the other inlet/outlet can continue to operate, ensuring uninterrupted fluid flow.
Dual inlet/outlet AODD pumps find applications in various industries such as chemical processing, food and beverage, mining, wastewater treatment, and more. They are known for their ruggedness, ability to handle abrasive and viscous fluids, and their self-priming capabilities.