Q-PACK is a high-performance structured packing engineered for superior mass transfer and separation efficiency in industrial processes. With its precision-engineered geometric design and optimized surface structure, it delivers high throughput, low pressure drop, and consistent operation across diverse chemical, petrochemical, and refining applications.
Applications
- Distillation and Fractionation
Widely employed in distillation columns for refining hydrocarbons, separating solvents, and purifying fine chemicals in industries such as petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. Its structured design enables precise component separation even for complex mixtures, supporting both high-purity and large-scale production requirements.
- Gas Absorption and Desorption
- Heat and Mass Transfer Processes
Advantages
- Exceptional Mass Transfer Efficiency: The structured geometric arrangement features uniform channels and enhanced surface area, promoting intimate gas-liquid contact and rapid film renewal. This results in higher theoretical stages per unit height compared to traditional packings, enabling compact tower designs.
- High Throughput and Low Pressure Drop: Its optimized flow channels minimize resistance to fluid movement, allowing higher vapor and liquid throughput while maintaining low pressure loss. This reduces energy consumption for pumping and compression, improving overall process economics.
- Uniform Fluid Distribution: The structured design eliminates channeling and wall flow issues, ensuring even distribution of vapor and liquid across the packing bed. This consistency enhances separation precision and reduces the risk of process upsets under varying operating conditions.
- Durable and Versatile: Available in materials such as stainless steel, Hastelloy, and ceramic, Q-PACK adapts to corrosive, high-temperature, and high-pressure environments. Its robust construction ensures long service life with minimal maintenance, even in harsh industrial settings.
Technical Specifications Table
Parameter | Metal (Stainless Steel) Q-PACK | Ceramic Q-PACK |
Specific Surface Area | 250–500㎡/m³ (varies by model) | 200–450㎡/m³ (varies by model) |
Void Fraction | 85–92% | 75–85% |
Pressure Drop | 0.2–0.8 kPa/m (typical) | 0.3–1.0 kPa/m (typical) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | Up to 600°C (stainless steel) | Up to 1200°C |
Liquid Load Range | 2–150 m³/(m²·h) | 2–100 m³/(m²·h) |
Vapor Velocity Range | 0.5–3.5 m/s | 0.3–3.0 m/s |