Axial and radial flow impellers are rotating industrial mixer components designed for various types of mixing. Both types of impellers are primarily constructed from stainless steel.
Impellers impart flow. They serve the purpose of transferring the energy from the motor to the substance of a tank as efficiently as possible. Impellers are organized by their flow patterns. The question to be answered is, what is the difference between axial and radial flow impellers? Simply put, Axial patterns run parallel to the blade. Radial patterns run perpendicular to the blade.Impellers are used in mixing tanks for a wide variety of industries and unique applications. This can include, but is not limited to liquid-liquid, solid-liquid, and powder-liquid mixing applications.
When you want to fix your mixing vessel or tank with an impeller, it is important you choose the right type for the application. Two major categories of mixing blades include axial and radial impellers.
Some common types of axial flow impellers include: marine impellers, pitched blade impellers, and hydrofoils. Hydrofoil impellers are also known as high efficiency impellers. They are a popular choice for applications that require a range from general blending to storage tanks. This is largely due to the greatest pumping per horsepower, cost effectiveness, and are ideal for shear sensitive applications.
Radial impellers are designed in 4-6 blades. In radial flow impellers, the fluid moves perpendicularly to
Before you embark on a mixing project, there are four major aspects to consider when selecting an impeller: viscosity, flow pattern, tank design and placement, and impeller construction materials. you need to understand the principle requirements. To discover the the best impeller for your mixing process, we highly recommend contacting one of our technical sales engineers to help assess the right impeller for the job. Simply click the “contact us” button below to get started.