KEMLON SERIES 600 * PULSATION DAMPENER For the reduction or elimination of pressure surges, waterhammer, and shock. + Controls surges and waterhammer. + Balances pressure variations at pump + Reduces wear and maintenance on pumps start-up and shut-down. thereby reducing down time. + Available in many materials; 316, Hastelloy, Alloy 20. + Patented Reinforced Teflon® diaphragm — no unreliable bladders. + Improves system safety by reducing mechanical failures and process spills from burst piping. + Protects delicate instrumentation. ‘Teton ia ested acemar of EO —_ | TCO. KEMLON PRODUCTS & DEVELOPMENT CO. ° JEMLON) S Miles South of Houston=A sonl tek 60055 | 3168S. | 2” NPT 600 S-9 Alloy 20 2" NPT @ 600 C-1 1018 Steel | 2" NPT 600 N-1 Hast-C 2” NPT 600N2 | Hast-B 2" NPT 600N1 | Monel | 2” NPT 600T Titanium | 2" NPT | Maximum: Pressure 1000 PSIG @ 200°F Threaded Flanged 2" — 150 Ib RF wt: 250 Ib 2" — 300 Ib RF 2" PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Pressure surges of liquids in process systems can rupture pipes, shatter fittings, destroy valves and pumps, ;nd disable critical instrumentation. There is often physical fence of these problems such as shaking, vibrating, mpi and continual process upsets, Other signs 9 fitings or dripping around flanged con- nat appear tight. These problems arise in a number of ways; the sinusodial output of a positive dls mp or the changing of a valve position are ypical The Kemion surge dampener patented Reinforced Teflon® di between two contour plates. On one side of the diaphragm is a precharged nitrogen chamber and on the other is the process chamber. Engineered ied stratigically within the process contour plate, allow the liquid to reach the diaphragm and compress the The kenetic energy of the This s designed with a phragm sandwiched agm is fabricated with virgin Teflo 1d process to a rubber cord backing The rubber cord is simiar to that of an automobile tre reinforces the teflon by inhibiting cold flow. B ly contacts virgin teflon many harsh 120. The alloys listed above 1 ommon materials availabl manfuacture these dampeners material onde ause the m virtually any <€MLON 600 Ib RF SIZING * For positive displacement pumps select a Kemion dampener with a the displacement of one stroke of th ect the connection type, Le. of flanged. The displacement of the SERIES bic inches and psig. Ke sement greater than or equal to ting pressures up t factory for further information kewtow rRoouctss pevetormentco, TCO: o 24 N. Main Stet, Peaand TX 77581 1-0, Box 2189, Pera, TX 7588-2189 Phone 281-997-3300 ax 26.997-1300 S Miles South of Houston Hobby Ai on HwKEMLON serves 73, 100, 200 @PULSATION DAMPENERSHISTORY The Rotating Equipment Division of Kemlon has maintained a reputation of reliable service and consistent quality, in the Petroleum and Petrochemical Industries since 1950. Three manufacturing facilities with headquarters in Houston, Texas, insure prompt delivery on new equipment and spare parts. Strict quality control and inspection insure that all equipment and spare parts are manufactured from the best materials and to exact and proven specifications. This quality control is made possible by our total in-house manufacturing capability, THE KEMLON DAMPENER Kemion offers a complete line of dampeners to remove or reduce pulsating surges in your process due to the action of reciprocating pumps. The simplicity of the dampeners make them easy to install and operate with virtually no maintenance required. By using a reinforced teflon diaphragm (metal diaphragms are used at pressures over 2000 PSIG), and a selected process base or reagent head construction from the various alloy steels or plastics available, the dampener easily withstands corrosive acids or solvents that attack and destroy conventional elastomeric bladder type dampeners, PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Kemlon Pulsation dampeners are designed to smooth out the pulsating flows generated by positive displacement piston, cam, roller, gear, and diaphragm pumps. All Kemlon dampeners utilize a gas chamber isolated from the process side by a diaphragm. Positive displacement pumps handling non-compressible fluids will generate signifi cant pressure surges due to the rapid acceleration and deceleration of the liquid during the sinusoidal cycle of the pump. This problem is often evidenced by hydraulic hammer in process lines, large pressure fluctuations, excessive Wear and maintenance of pumps and instruments, and high instantaneous current measurement on electrical input to pumps. ‘The dampener operates by absorbing a volume of liquid during the discharge cycle of the pump which displaces the diaphragm and compresses the gas in the gas chamber. Then, on the suction cycle of the pump. the fluid in the dampener is forced out by the compressed gas acting on the diaphragm, resulting in essentially smooth flow. This action enables the liquid to keep moving rather than accelerating, decelerating, and stopping, as happens when a dampener is not utilized. In some instances, the Kemlon dampener may be used to increase suction NPSH to the pump. This may be desirable in instances where suction lines may be small or lengthy, where viscuous processes are pumped, or when using high operating speeds. Kemlon dampeners should be located as close as possible to the pump. The unit may be mounted in any convenient position either vertically, horizontally, or at any angle. A recommended charging pressure of 80% of the intended operating line pressure is advised for initial operation, This may be easily adjusted, however for optimum efficiency in your process by use of the gas charging valve and pressure gauge that accompanies each dampener. For convenience, Kemlon can pre-charge dampeners with nitrogen for immediate operation. CHOOSING THE DAMPENER When choosing the correct size dampener for your process, it is necessary to determine the displacement per stroke of the pump. Total gallons per hour (GPH) or minute (GPM) is not considered since this is determined by the stroking speed of the pump. Using the chart on the back cover, select the dampener model which has suitable materials of construction, falls within the pressure range of the process, and has liquid capacity greater than, or equal to, the displacement of one stroke of the positive displacement pump to be utilizedKEMLON PRODUCTS & DEVELOPMENT CO. ROTATING EQUIPMENT DIVISION PO. BOX 14666 HOUSTON, TEXAS 77221-4666 (713) 7475020 FAX (713) 747-0049 SERIES 100 The SERIES 100 although originally de- signed to compliment the Kemion Bullfrog pump: may be used on any positive displace- ment pump with displacements of 10 cubic inches or less per stroke. The 2000 PSIG pres- sure capability and the relatively large capacity of the SERIES 100, makes this dampener the most popular in the Kemlon line. The SERIES, 100 is available in numerous materials of con- struction including AISI 316 stainless steel, Has- talloy, Monel, Ductile Iron, Kynar, Alloy 20, Steel, and Titanium. A one inch NPT female connec- tion is used to permit easy installation, Flanged connections may be provided on request (Kynar dampener has 1" 150# RF flange as standard). The unit is shipped complete with charging valve, gauge, teflon cord diaphragm, nitrogen gas charge, hydrostatic test certificate, and is ready for immediate operation at your plant. SERIES 200 The SERIES 200 is similar in design and operation to the SERIES 100 but is utilized where larger pump displacements of between 10. and 20 cubic inches per stroke are found. The dampener utilizes one reagent head with a gas dome mounted on each side. A reinforced teflon, diaphragm is used between each dome and the reagent head, thus confining the process liquid between the two diaphragms. The two gas domes are connected to each other by high pressure tubing thus insuring an equal gas charge in each dome. A pressure gauge is mounted on one dome so that the gas charge within the two chambers can be monitored. Like the SERIES 100, a one inch NPT female connec- tion is provided for easy installation in proc- esses up to 2000 PSIG. SERIES 13 The SERIES 13 differs from the SERIES 100 and SERIES 200 in that it is designed for those ultra-high pressure applications requiring re- duced flow rates. The SERIES 13 is designed for pressures to 6000 PSIG and pump displace- wip ments to 1.3 cubic inches per stroke. Unlike the SERIES 100 and SERIES 200, the SERIES 13 utilizes a metal diaphragm with O-ring sealing, Compatible O-ring materials should be specified when ordering. Although numerous diaphragm materials are available, the AISI 301 stainless steel is the standard due to its very high tensile strength. The SERIES 13 is available in any machineable material‘SURGE DAMPENER SELECTION AND SPECIFICATION CHART pisrstRoKe | maxor | maxor | process sive | oiapHnacm | suippinc | coNNEcTiON MODEL press rsic | TEMP | CONSTR mateniat | weicnt/is | © ‘size 10085 225 _| SI6S.5. TTFE:CORD, a TNT 100.89 285 [ALLOY 20. “TFE-CORD- 52 109 cr 265 | 1018 STEEL. “TFE-CORD- 52 100NT 205_—_| HAST C CTFE-CORD- 700 wa 235 | WAST S TTFE-CORD- 00 Na 286 —[ WONEL TTFE CORD- ToT 265 | Tiraniom TTFE-CORD, Toa0T 7285 | oucrite inON | —TFe:CORD_ 00K 212 | KYNAR TTFE-CORD, 20055, 25 HBSS. TFECORD, 20085 285 [ALLOY 20 "TFE-CORD 200.¢1 T0IssTEEL "TFE-CORD 200 NT HAST C TTFE-CORD, 200 NZ HASTE, "TFE-CORD- 200 Na MONEL, "TFE-CORD- 200 TITANTORT "TFE-CORD- 20007 DUCTILE IRON | —TFE-CORD 1355. HESS. OTS. 1389 13 ALLOY 20) ALLOY 25) 131 13 TOIeSTEEL 30185, 13 13 HASTC HAST C 1S ND) 12 HASTE HASTS. 1a 13 MONEL MONEL 137. 13 2501 [TITANIUM TITANIUM Tor higher temp — Pressure murt be dorated * Alunits can be supplied with a welding neck flange a an option exci fr made! 100K. SERIES 100 SERIES 200 SERIES 13 These graphs are results of tests performed by Kemion at our test ing facilities, The graph at the left illustrates the effectiveness of the dampener when used in a pro cess operating at 100 PSIG. The graph at the right illustrates its effectiveness when used in a higher pressure application of 700 PSIG. As can be seen by these graphs, the Kemion surge damp- ener not only inhibits pressure pulsation; but also provides for more even power requirements which enhances pump life by re ducing the peak loading on the entire drive train. FOR SUCTION LINES FOR DISCHARGE LINES The Kemlon dampener can stabilize suction flow velocity and prevent cavitation. When em ployed in the suction line of a re- When employed in the dis- ciprocating pump the dampener charge lines of reciprocating enables the diaphragm or pumps the dampener inhibits plunger of the pump to fill the rapid accelerations and decelera Chamber on the suction stroke tions in the process fluid by ro without cavitation, This is ac leasing or absorbing the requisite complished when the inlet to the volume of fluid required to ap pump is at its lowest rate, by the proach a mean velocity. By doing dampener accumulating the dif 50, the pulsations resulting trom ference between this flow rate the reciprocating action of the and the mean flow rate. Then, as ump are removed and smooth the suction intake increases, the flows are possible. dampener discharges the difer- ence between the mean and the maximum which is required ON PRODUCTS & DEVELOPMENT CO, IN Main Street, Pearland. TX 7788 P.O. Box 2189, Pearland, TX 77588-2189 HeO Phone 281-997-3300 Fax 281-997-130 21-4666 S'Miles South of Houston Hobby Aiport on HyKEMLON SURGE DAMPENER OSCILLOSCOPE CURVES = ‘ EE oe, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS @ _«_ 482 5118 dampener for reciprocating pumps ‘2. Locate the dampener as close to the pump discharge as possible. b. Charge with a gas that is inert to the process (usually nitrogen) c. Charge to approximately 80% of maximum discharge pressure. Variations of ths figure in the field may improve operation due to location of unit and other process variables 4. Limit maximum gas charging pressure to 80% of nameplate maximum. Series 13 dampeners 4800 psi Series 200 dampeners 1600 ps all Series 100 dampeners 1600 psi, except model 100K which is 200 psi 2. As a gage protector. a. When charged with gas the readings are limited by the charge pressure; too high a charge will give in correct low pressure readings and too low a charge will give incorrect high pressure readings, The reason for this is, of course, thatthe diaphragm touches the front or back head limiting furthur pressure changes. b. When filled with a non compressible fluid such as oll or glycerol, accurate reading over the entire scale may be realized. When filing the unit with liquid, the gage should be removed and the liquid should be allowed to cover the threads. This is necessary to exclude all air and make sure no liquid pressure is on the diaphragm. ©. Mounting of the unit may be in any position most convenient for reading the gage and filing the head with liquid 3. For preventing “Hammer” a. Locate as close as possible to the valve which is most ikely to cause trouble. Mounting can be in any position but should be as close as possible to the line most effected. 4, Note that the dampener is a heavy, well built unit. Proper installation of the dampener will insure thatthe unit is free from vibration. This will require a bracket for mounting in virtually al field locations. e SEES aE SRT KEMLON PRODUCTS & DEVELOPMENT CO. €& M oO N KEMLON PRODUCTS & DEVELOPMENT co. l 1424 N. Main Stet, Perand TX 77581 7.0, Dox 2189, Pera, TX 7588-2189 Phone 281-997-3300 Fax 281-997-1300 S'Miles South of Houston Hobby Aiporton Hwy 38 Q1Q-881-1592‘The following table displays the most common parts required to maintain the Kemion surge dampener in operation. Periodic replacement of the diaphragm every 2200 hours of operation or once every year, whichever ‘occurs first, may reduce down time. Severe conditions may justify more frequent changes. O rings should be changed whenever the diaphragm is changed on those models utilizing metal diaphragms, Kemlon also supplies a charging kit consisting of a valve, hose, and fittings with a metered orifice for charging Kemion dampeners from a nitrogen/argon cylinder. The hose assembly should not be used at pressures in ‘excess of 5000 psig, One end of the hose is connected to a nitrogen cylinder and the other to the charging valve on dampener. Gas from the nitrogen cylinder then flows through the metered orifice and into the dampener through the opened valves. Once the desired pressure is read on the dampener pressure gage; the charging valveis closed land excess gas is bled out through the valve on the charging hose. [asi [patna | tan gage-specity psi 100 charging valve 200 | 725 diaphragrtetion rubber cord charging kit assembly 21-D-737-3 gage-specity psi 21-D-737-4 charging valve 21-C-794-1 charging kit assembly 21-C-750-7 {gas side O-ring process side O-ring-specify material diaphragm 012 316 SS. diaphragm 006 301 SS.