Chlorine scrubbers
Chlorine scrubbers
A chlorine scrubber removes chlorine gas (Cl₂) from air using a scrubbing liquid, typically an alkaline solution like sodium hydroxide. The chlorine reacts with the liquid to form safer compounds, like sodium chloride.
Key Points:
Purpose: Removes toxic chlorine gas.
Components: Packed bed, scrubbing liquid, gas inlet/outlet.
Reaction: Chlorine neutralized into chloride or hypochlorite.
Applications: Used in chemical plants, water treatment, and industries handling chlorine.
Advantages: Effective in reducing chlorine emissions
A chlorine scrubber is a specialized air pollution control device designed to remove chlorine gas (Cl₂) from exhaust air streams. Chlorine is highly reactive and toxic, so it must be carefully controlled in industrial settings. Chlorine scrubbers are commonly used in industries like chemical manufacturing, water treatment, and waste incineration.
* Key Points:
– Purpose:
Removes chlorine gas from air or industrial exhaust streams.
-Components:
Typically includes a packed bed column, scrubbing liquid (often water or an alkaline solution), gas inlet, and outlet.
-Operation:
Chlorine gas passes through the scrubber, where it reacts with the scrubbing liquid (such as sodium hydroxide or water) to form less harmful compounds.
-Chemicals Used:
Alkaline solutions (e.g., sodium hydroxide) neutralize chlorine, converting it into chloride ions.
-Applications:
Used in chlorine production plants, water chlorination facilities, and industries where chlorine is produced or handled.
-Advantages:
Effective in reducing chlorine emissions and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
