Selecting equipment to transport particles around 200-mesh size (~74 μm): which conveying method is most suitable?

Chemical Engineering Mechanical Operations Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Bucket elevator
  • B
    Pneumatic conveyor
  • C
    Screw conveyor
  • D
    Belt conveyor

Answer

Correct Answer: Pneumatic conveyor

Explanation

Introduction / Context:At ~74 μm, particles behave like dust, requiring enclosed handling to prevent losses and environmental exposure.

Concept / Approach:Pneumatic conveying excels for fines, providing sealed transport and good control of bends and elevation changes. Bucket elevators and belts are more suitable for granules; screws can handle fines but may leak dust and degrade flow consistency.

Final Answer:Pneumatic conveyor

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