Pioneered in 1980, Smith & Loveless DI-SEP® SX Filters are high volume pressure filters designed exclusively to purify electrolyte fluids in copper mining/electrowinning facilities. DI-SEP® SX Filters installed prior to the electrowinning stage first remove organic materials present in the electrolyte, typically achieving removal efficiencies of greater than 90 percent. Because the commercial success of copper is dependent on its final quality, DI-SEP® SX Filters serve as an important step in yielding a finer copper product.
DI-SEP® SX Filter systems, which comprise tank vessels, a piping/valve skid, and PLC-driven controls and instrumentation, have been installed at numerous copper SX-EW mines throughout North and South America, Australia, and now, Europe.
PRODUCT DATA
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| Capacity |
Up to 1,000 gpm per tank vessel (5,450 cmd) |
| Filtration Rate |
10-15 gpm / sq. ft. |
| Backwash Rate |
6 gpm / sq. ft. |
| Tank Size Range |
5’ - 15.5’ (1.5 m – 4.72 m) |
| Organic Remova |
90% and greater organic removal |
| Solids Removal |
10 microns and larger |
Features & BenefitsModels & ShippingDocuments
- Unique design allows low shipping, installation and maintenance costs
- Components that might require maintenance are located to the front of the system for easier access
- Open galleries can be included for easier and safer passage to the filter components
- Custom-designed control panel typically features an operator interface terminal and data communications and ports
DI-SEP® SX Electrolyte Filters arrive in various shipping configurations, including modular and container. These styles enable the fastest and most economical shipment and installation possible.
In containerized shipping, the entire DI-SEP® SX Electrolyte Filter system, minus the filter vessels, is shipped assembled in standard shipping containers. This means more economical overseas shipment and less risk of damage during transit. In order for the system to be containerized, the valve and piping galleries are built less than 8' (2.4 m) high. Containerization is the most economical method for overseas shipment.
In modularized shipping, the valve and piping gallery is rack-mounted and shipped separately from the vessels. It is complete with all valves, tubing, instrumentation and conduit in place. The modular style's slim profile enables the DI-SEP® SX Electrolyte Filter to be successfully transported, even over narrow mountain roads.