The General Carbon Corporation’s OIL-KLEEN is formulated to remove undissolved oil and grease from aqueous streams. A quaternary ammonia amine is impregnated onto natural zeolite which is then mixed with anthracite coal. The result is a granular product that attracts and holds free oil. The less soluble a compound is in water, the better OIL-KLEEN will work. When used as a pretreatment for activated carbon,OIL-KLEEN can greatly extend carbon life. Pressure loss through the bed increases with oil loading and can be used to monitor the bed condition.
OIL-KLEEN is supplied by the The General Carbon Corporation in bulk or in 55, 85 and 110 Gallon treatment units. These filters come complete with internal plumbing and are ready for installation. If larger flow rate systems are needed, please contact our office.
| 55 Gallon | 85 Gallon | 110 Gallon | |
| A-Diameter, Outside: | 24″ | 38″ | 32″ |
| B-Height, Outside Wall: | 35″ | 39″ | 43″ |
| Inlet Fitting: | C-1″FPT | C-1″FPT | C-1.5″FPT |
| Outlet Fitting: | E-1″FPT | E-1″FPT | E-1.5″FPT |
| Drain Fitting: | E-1″FPT | E-1″FPT | E-1.5″FPT |
| OIL-KLEEN Weight, Lbs.: | 280 | 500 | 700 |
| Max. Recommended Flow Rate, GPM: | 10 | 14 | 20 |
| Maximum Pressure, psig: | 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Max. Design Temp., Deg. F.: | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| Flow Direction: | Downflow | Downflow | Downflow |
| Particle Type: | Granule |
| Mesh Size, (Standard Mesh): | 6×30 |
| Typical Density, lbs/cu ft: | 56 |
| Typical Density, g/cc: | 0.90 |
Fresh OIL-KLEEN units must be prepared before they are used for the first time. A gentle backwash at 100-150% of the listed flow rate is required to clean product fines from the bed. This will insure that you have a minimum pressure drop through the unit. Multiple units can be connected in parallel to treat higher flow rates. Pressure gauges before and after the unit will allow you to determine pressure drop and the bed condition.
Once connected, OIL-KLEEN units require little maintenance. The operating pressures should be monitored in order to help determine when the bed needs to be replaced. When the operating pressure reaches the maximum for the drum, bed material should be changed out or the drum replaced with a fresh unit.
The working life of each unit depends upon the type of contaminant in the water as well as its concentration and the liquid flow rate. A pressure relief device is advised to prevent damage to the canister in the event of excessive pressure buildup.
Once the oil capacity is used up, the unit should be removed and replaced with a fresh one. To purchase a replacement unit or to arrange for a bed change out, please contact our office.
Dispose of spent OIL-KLEEN in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Because of the Anthracite coal in OIL-KLEEN, the spent media has a high BTU valve and may be disposed of by use in fuel blending.
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