FOUNDRY SAND COOLER
Foundry Sand Cooler is a piece of equipment used in foundries to cool hot sand after it has been used in the casting process. The cooling process is essential to prepare the sand for reuse in subsequent casting cycles. These coolers often use water or air as the cooling medium and may include additional features like moisture control and sand conditioning to ensure the sand retains its desired properties. This helps maintain the quality of the sand and improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the foundry operations.
Features of Foundry Sand Cooler
- Efficient Cooling Mechanism: Utilizes air, water, or a combination of both to rapidly reduce the temperature of the sand.
- Moisture Control: Integrated systems to add or remove moisture, ensuring the sand has the optimal moisture content for reuse.
- Even Sand Distribution: Mechanisms to evenly distribute the sand within the cooler, promoting uniform cooling.
- Temperature Monitoring: Sensors and controls to continuously monitor and regulate the temperature of the sand.
- High Throughput: Designed to handle large volumes of sand, matching the high production rates of modern foundries.
- Durable Construction: Made from robust materials to withstand the abrasive nature of sand and the harsh foundry environment.
- Compact Design: Space-efficient designs to fit into limited spaces within the foundry layout.
- Easy Maintenance: Features for easy access and maintenance to minimize downtime.
Specification on Foundry Sand Cooler
- Cooling Capacity: The amount of sand the cooler can process per hour, typically measured in tons per hour (TPH).
- Cooling Medium: Specifies whether the cooler uses air, water, or a combination of both as the cooling medium.
- Temperature Reduction: The expected drop in sand temperature, often detailed as the range from the initial sand temperature to the final cooled temperature.
- Moisture Control Range: The capability to adjust the sand’s moisture content, typically specified as a percentage range.
- Power Consumption: The amount of electrical power required to operate the cooler, usually measured in kilowatts (kW).
- Water Consumption: For water-cooled systems, the volume of water used, measured in gallons per minute (GPM) or liters per minute (LPM).
Design Features of Foundry Sand Cooler
- Sand Distribution and Feed System: Designed to ensure even distribution and continuous feed of sand into the cooler, often using vibratory feeders or screw conveyors.
- Moisture Control Mechanism: Integrated systems, such as water spray bars or steam injectors, to adjust the moisture content of the sand, ensuring it meets the desired specifications for reuse.
- Agitation and Mixing: Mechanisms like paddles, augers, or rotary drums to continuously agitate and mix the sand, ensuring uniform cooling and consistent moisture distribution.
Capacity Range of Foundry Sand Coolers
| Type of Sand Cooler | Capacity (TPH) | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Small-Scale Foundry Sand Coolers | ||
| Batch Coolers | 1 to 5 | Smaller foundry operations, specialized applications |
| Portable Coolers | 0.5 to 2 | Small batches, mobile operations |
| Medium-Scale Foundry Sand Coolers | ||
| Rotary Drum Coolers | 5 to 20 | Mid-sized foundries |
| Fluidized Bed Coolers | 10 to 30 | Medium capacities, efficient cooling |
| Large-Scale Foundry Sand Coolers | ||
| Continuous Flow Coolers | 20 to 100 | Large foundries with high production rates |
| High-Capacity Rotary Drum Coolers | 30 to 100 | Large volumes |
| Specialized High-Capacity Coolers | ||
| Customized Industrial Coolers | Over 100 | Very large foundries, specific industrial applications |