Practical application; wire coil dripping.

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The discussion revolves around the practical application of a vibration platform for oil dripping from wire coils in a manufacturing process. Participants explore the parameters of acceleration and amplitude that would optimize the dripping of excess oil, considering factors such as weight, surface tension, and viscosity.

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Main Points Raised

  • Joemax questions whether an acceleration of less than 1g would be sufficient for oil to drip from the coils and seeks recommendations for the appropriate percentage of g for acceleration.
  • Joemax suggests that smaller amplitude may be better suited for oil dripping.
  • Another participant proposes an alternative method involving placing the coils inside a conducting tube with a high voltage potential to attract the oil drops.
  • A participant points out that comparing acceleration and weight is inappropriate, indicating that the required acceleration may depend on factors like surface tension and lubricant viscosity.
  • Joemax acknowledges the industrial context of the application and reiterates the need for guidance on the optimal acceleration percentage for the vibration table to enhance oil dripping.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the relationship between acceleration, weight, and oil dripping efficiency. There is no consensus on the optimal parameters for the vibration platform, and the discussion remains unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention factors such as surface tension and viscosity, but these aspects are not fully explored or quantified, leaving some assumptions unaddressed.

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As part of a wire manufacturing process, heavy wire coils are being sprayed with oil to prevent corrosion. Final step is to have these coils dripped to eliminate oil excess.
Basic question is; if I where to build a vibration platform/table to do this dripping, what would be a good consideration for acceleration and amplitude parameters?
If the acceleration were less than the total weight (wire coil + vibration platform), that is < 1g, would that be enough for oil to drip? What would be the recommended "g" percentage?
As for the amplitude, I guess small amplitude will be better suited for oil dripping.
I'm still wondering if acceleration > 1g would do any better.
Thanks a lot,
Joemax.
 
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Or - put the coils inside a conducting tube (no touching!) and put a high voltage potential on the coil. The drops will be attracted to the tube.
 
joemax said:
If the acceleration were less than the total weight (wire coil + vibration platform), that is < 1g, would that be enough for oil to drip? What would be the recommended "g" percentage?
As for the amplitude, I guess small amplitude will be better suited for oil dripping.
You can't compare acceleration and weight, it's apples and oranges.
The acceleration required will likely be a function of surface tension and lube viscosity...
 
Thanks Svein and B.Joule. This is an industrial standard application; a vibration table. Just wondering which percent of acceleration for the vibration table, will help drip the oil faster.
 

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