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Wet electrostatic precipitator for quenching process

Ⅰ. Flue Gas Characteristics and Treatment Challenges of Quenching ProcessThe flue gas generated during the quenching process has three typical characteristics:High Temperature and High Humidity: The flue gas temperature ranges from 80℃ to 120℃ with a large amount of water vapor.Complex Components...


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Ⅰ. Flue Gas Characteristics and Treatment Challenges of Quenching Process

The flue gas generated during the quenching process has three typical characteristics:
  • High Temperature and High Humidity: The flue gas temperature ranges from 80℃ to 120℃ with a large amount of water vapor.

  • Complex Components: Contains oil mist (evaporated quenching oil), metal oxides (such as Fe₃O₄), aerosols (0.01-200μm), and VOCs.

  • High Viscosity: The mixture of oil mist and dust forms viscous pollutants that easily adhere to equipment surfaces.

Traditional dry dust removal equipment cannot handle such complex flue gas. With the synergistic effect of electrostatic capture and water film ash cleaning, the wet electrostatic precipitator becomes an ideal solution for advanced purification of quenching flue gas.

II. Core Working Principle

1. High-voltage Ionization and Particle Charging Stage

A high-voltage DC power supply (60-100kV) supplies power to cathode wires (thorn wires / star wires), while anode plates or tubes are grounded. A strong electric field (≥30kV/cm) ionizes gas molecules to generate a large number of electrons and positive ions. Electrons collide with oil mist and particulate matter in the flue gas to charge the pollutants negatively and form charged pollutant clusters.

2. Electrostatic Adsorption and Collection Stage

Under the action of electric field force (Coulomb force), negatively charged pollutants migrate toward and are adsorbed on the anodes (collecting electrodes). A uniform pollutant film is formed on the anode surface to realize gas-solid and gas-liquid separation. The removal efficiency for submicron particles (PM2.5) exceeds 99%, and the oil mist removal rate is ≥95%.

3. Water Film Ash Cleaning and Discharge Stage

The top spray system continuously sprays clean water (or treated circulating water) to form a continuous water film on the anode surface. The water film flushes pollutants into the water tank at the bottom to avoid secondary dust re-entrainment. The purified flue gas (particulate matter ≤5mg/m³) is discharged up to standard, and the wastewater can be reused after treatment.

III. Complete Technological Process

1. Process Positioning

As a terminal advanced purification equipment for quenching furnace flue gas, the WESP is generally installed after the gas collection system and pre-treatment system to realize integrated removal of oil mist, particulate matter and partial VOCs.

2. Complete Process Flow

Quenching furnace → Gas collection hood (collection) → Pipeline system → Pre-treatment system → Wet electrostatic precipitator → Induced draft fan → Chimney discharge

3. Detailed Introduction of Key Process Links

(1) Pre-treatment System (Core Pre-device)

  • Cooling Treatment: The heat exchanger cools the flue gas from 80-120℃ to 40-60℃, the optimal operating temperature for WESP.

  • Oil and Large Particle Removal: A cyclone separator is adopted to remove particles larger than 10μm, or a mechanical filter is applied for preliminary filtration.

  • Humidity Conditioning: A spray tower is used for humidification and cooling to ensure the flue gas humidity meets the operating requirements of WESP.

(2) Main Process of Wet Electrostatic Precipitator

  • Electric Field Configuration: 2-3 electric fields are connected in series, each equipped with an independent high-frequency power supply, with a total purification efficiency ≥99.9%.

  • Anode Structure: Honeycomb tubular structure (suitable for high oil mist working conditions) or plate structure (easy maintenance). The materials are 316L stainless steel or FRP.

  • Spray System: Continuous spraying (0.3-0.5MPa) forms a stable water film to prevent plate scaling; regular high-pressure flushing (0.8-1.2MPa) removes stubborn adhered pollutants. Spiral nozzles are used to achieve full coverage without dead zones.

(3) Wastewater Treatment and Circulation

The collected oily wastewater undergoes oil-water separation, and the treated clean water is reused with a circulation rate ≥90%. The separated oil phase can be refined into reusable quenching oil to realize resource recovery.

IV. Special Process Parameters for Quenching Working Conditions

Parameter Item
Recommended Value
Function
Inlet Flue Gas Temperature
40-60℃
Ensure electric field stability and prevent condensation corrosion
Electric Field Quantity
2-3 stages
Improve the capture efficiency of fine particles
Electric Field Voltage
60-80kV per stage
Ensure effective ionization and particle charging
Flue Gas Flow Velocity
≤2.8m/s
Guarantee sufficient residence time (≥2s)
Spray Pressure
Continuous: 0.3-0.5MPa; Flushing: 0.8-1.2MPa
Form uniform water film and remove scaling deposits
Plate Spacing
200-300mm
Prevent discharge breakdown and ensure collection efficiency
Treatment Efficiency
Particulate matter ≥99%; Oil mist ≥95%
Ensure outlet emission ≤5mg/m³

V. Adaptation Advantages for Quenching Process

  • High-efficiency Oil Mist Removal: The removal rate of quenching oil mist (0.1-10μm) exceeds 95%, which is far better than traditional filtration methods.

  • Anti-adhesion Performance for Oil Mist: The continuous water film cleans the plates to avoid equipment failure caused by oil dirt hardening in traditional dry electrostatic precipitators.

  • Strong Synergistic Treatment Capacity: It synchronously removes oil mist, particulate matter (PM2.5) and partial VOCs, and eliminates blue smoke plume generated by oil mist condensation to improve the factory environment.

  • Safety and Reliability: Wet operation eliminates electric spark risks, making it suitable for quenching flue gas containing flammable and explosive components. The equipment operates stably under quenching furnace load fluctuation (50%-110%).

  • Resource Recovery: The recovered quenching oil purity can reach 90% to reduce production costs. The water circulation utilization rate exceeds 90% to save water resources.

VI. Application Case

An auto parts factory adopted a combined process of cyclone separation and wet electrostatic dust removal in the quenching workshop:
  • Treatment Air Volume: 20,000m³/h

  • Inlet Pollutant Concentration: Oil mist and dust ≈80mg/m³

  • Outlet Pollutant Concentration: ≤3mg/m³, meeting national emission standards

  • Economic Benefit: Approximately 12 tons of quenching oil are recycled every year with an economic value of about 150,000 RMB, realizing dual benefits of emission reduction and economic income.

VII. Summary

The wet electrostatic dust removal technology for quenching process is an optimal solution for high-temperature and high-oil-mist flue gas. Adopting high-voltage electrostatic capture and continuous water film ash cleaning, it efficiently removes oil mist, particulate matter and partial VOCs from quenching flue gas while realizing resource recovery. Compared with traditional processes, it has prominent advantages such as high efficiency, strong viscosity resistance, safety, reliability and resource recycling. It serves as a key technical equipment for the green production of the quenching industry.