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Saddles

Saddles are a tried and true tower packing. Besides the smooth surface, a good chemical resistance and a high stability of the single packing element is realized. Because of the simple geometry, economical prodution of saddles is possible. Ceramic saddles are suitable for distillation, especially while operating with acids and very high temperatures. They are often used for heat storage in thermal oxidizers.

Saddles

Type Size Weight lb/ft3 Surface ft2/ft3 Void fraction in %
       
# 0.5 48 165 66
# 0.75 42 103 67
# 1 38 76 74
# 1.5 36 50 75
# 2 33 37 76
# 3 31 21 79
       
Data refer to stoneware

Available materials:
Stoneware and others on request