Steam deaeration is a process used to remove dissolved oxygen and other gases from water or other liquids by heating and purging them with steam. This helps to prevent corrosion and other negative effects on equipment and processes that use the liquid.
In steam deaeration, a liquid is heated and then exposed to a flow of steam. The steam helps to push out dissolved gases, such as oxygen, which are then vented out of the system. The remaining liquid is then cooled and ready for use.
The mechanism behind steam deaeration involves a combination of heating and agitation. As the liquid is heated, the solubility of gases decreases, causing them to be released. The flow of steam also helps to agitate the liquid, further aiding in the removal of dissolved gases.
Steam deaeration has several benefits, including reducing the potential for corrosion and other negative effects on equipment and processes, improving the quality of the liquid, and increasing efficiency and productivity in industrial processes.
Steam deaeration is commonly used in industries such as power generation, water treatment, food and beverage production, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is also used in industrial processes that require high-purity liquids, such as in the production of semiconductors and other electronics.