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DEVELOPMENT OF AN IMPROVED AGITATOR FOR THE REDOX SEPARATIONS PLANT

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:4779000
A low-speed agitator for use in the Redox Process was constructed and operated for over 10,000 hr under maximum vibration conditions without developing weaknesses. The gear-reduction drive, submerged and separate external shaft bearings, and rotary mechanical shaft seals were eliminated by development of a vertical, hollow-shaft, 225 rpm electric motor. The motor accommodates a 4-in. diameter hollow agitator shaft. The motor bearings provide support and guidance for the shaft and paddle turbine assembly. Agitation and uniform blending of the contents of a 10-ft-diameter by 10-ft-deep tank is possible with less than one minute of operation. (auth)
Research Organization:
General Electric Co. Hanford Atomic Products Operation, Richland, Wash.
DOE Contract Number:
W-31-109-ENG-52
NSA Number:
NSA-17-003065
OSTI ID:
4779000
Report Number(s):
HW-52755
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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