Solid-Liquid Extraction Unit
Learning Objectives / Experiments:
- Study of fundamental principles for solid-liquid extraction
- Study of solid-liquid extraction as a batch or continuous process
- Observing the process in Soxhlet extraction, overflow extraction and direct extraction
- Study of solvent temperature influence on extraction process
- Study of extraction method influence on process quality
Unit Components:
- Glassy boiler and packed column for better observation
- Steel condenser and cooler with glassy shell
- Glassy preheater with cupric heater and temperature PID controller
- Glassy solid storage with easy opening and closing feature
- Glassy storage tank for distilled solvent, 5 liters
- Steel line, fittings and valves
- Heater power regulator
- Temperature indicator with digital monitor
- Aluminum profile casing