The Principles of Scott Turbon Mixing

The Turbon mixer combines several independent actions into a simple controlled operation for modern processing. The Turbon mixer works significantly faster than conventional mixers because of the increased recirculation provided by the Turbon head. For operations such as dispersing, dissolving and emulsifying, the Turbon mixer is the most efficient and effective mixing/processing method available.

The Turbon is a complete system with its three shear stages operating continuously to provide optimum performance. Each section performs a speciflc function within the mixing system.

First Stage

When rotated at high speed, the conical first stage of the Turbon head pumps liquid from the small end to the large end. The Turbon principle uses two pumps discharging towards each other. One draws from the top down while the other draws from the bottom up. This produces high recirculation flow and hydraulic shear when the two streams meet.

Second Stage

The second and most important shear stage in the Turbon mixing system is accomplished by introducing a specific shear element between the cones (pumps). This is done selectively with low, medium or high mechanical shear elements required for the speciflc application or effect.

Third Stage

The third shear zone in the Turbon mixing system occurs when the high velocity radial discharge from the mix head meets the slower moving contents of the mix tank. This stage induces substantial hydraulic shear between the processed fluid and the unprocessed fluid.