

Azeotropic Separation Tubular Sight Flow Indicator
Density separation sight glass, diameters to 400NB
Tubular sight glass with separation flanges used to separate different chemicals based on density — custom designed to your requirement, diameters up to 400NB.
| Product type | Azeotropic separation tubular sight flow indicator |
|---|---|
| Separation flange | CF8 / CF8M / CF3M, 2 off |
| Glass tube | Borosilicate 3.3, 1 off |
| Gasket | PTFE, 2 off |
| Tie rod | A2 / CF8 |
| Fasteners | A2 / CF8 |
| Safety shield | Polycarbonate / acrylic, provided on request |
| Size range | Diameters up to 400NB |
Product overview
What it does, and where it fits.
In azeotropic distillation the overhead condenses into two liquid phases that must be separated and returned or drawn off individually. This unit combines the glass observation section with separation flanges, so the interface between the two phases is both visible and physically separated in one item.
Because the geometry depends on the two densities, the flow rates and the reflux arrangement, dimensions are customised — the catalogue states that dimensions can be customised and designed as per customer's requirement. Diameters up to 400NB can be manufactured.
Flanges are cast stainless in CF8, CF8M or CF3M, with a borosilicate 3.3 glass tube and PTFE gaskets.
Features
Built into every unit.
- Separation flanges combine phase separation with visual observation
- Used for separating different chemicals based on density
- Diameters up to 400NB can be manufactured
- Custom sizes and custom designs available
- Cast stainless flanges with borosilicate 3.3 glass tube
Benefits
Why it earns its place in the line.
- Separation and observation in a single item
- Interface position visible at all times
- Built to the densities and flows of your specific duty
- Safety shield available for additional protection
Applications & industries
Where it is specified.
Typical applications
- Azeotropic distillation overhead separation
- Solvent recovery and dewatering
- Two-phase liquid decanting
- Any density-based separation needing visual confirmation
Industries served
- Chemical processing
- Pharmaceutical
- Dairy & food
- Water & effluent treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Paper & bleaching
- Petrochemical
- Distillation & solvent recovery
Technical data
Specification for Azeotropic Separation Tubular Sight Flow Indicator.
Figures below are for this product only — every item in the range carries its own dimension table.
| Product type | Azeotropic separation tubular sight flow indicator |
|---|---|
| Separation flange | CF8 / CF8M / CF3M, 2 off |
| Glass tube | Borosilicate 3.3, 1 off |
| Gasket | PTFE, 2 off |
| Tie rod | A2 / CF8 |
| Fasteners | A2 / CF8 |
| Safety shield | Polycarbonate / acrylic, provided on request |
| Size range | Diameters up to 400NB |
| Dimensions | Customised and designed as per customer's requirement |
| Function | Separating different chemicals based on density |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum diameter | 400NB |
| Dimensions | Customised and designed as per customer's requirement |
| Separation flange | CF8 / CF8M / CF3M |
| Glass tube | Borosilicate 3.3 |
| Gasket | PTFE |
| Safety shield | Polycarbonate / acrylic, on request |
The catalogue states “Dimensions can be customised and we can design as per customer's requirement” for this item and publishes no standard size table, so none has been assumed here.
| No. | Description | Qty. | Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Separation flange | 2 | CF8/CF8M/CF3M |
| 2 | Gasket | 2 | PTFE |
| 3 | Glass tube | 1 | Borosilicate 3.3 |
| 4 | Tie rod | — | A2/CF8 |
| 5 | Fasteners | — | A2/CF8 |
| 6 | Safety shield* | 1 | Polycarbonate / acrylic |
Available on request
- Custom sizes and custom designs
- Diameters up to 400NB
- Safety shield on request
Exploded view
Every part, in assembly order.
Item numbers match the material specification table above.
FAQ
Questions we are asked about this item.
The two liquids and their densities, the flow rates, the operating temperature and pressure, and the reflux or draw-off arrangement. The geometry follows from those.
No. The catalogue publishes no standard dimension table for this item because the separation geometry is duty-specific.
Yes — the PTFE lined tubular sight flow indicator also offers an azeotropic separation type on request, for corrosive service.
Enquiry
Tell us your line size — we'll confirm the spec.
Send the bore, the media, the temperature and pressure, and the flange standard you work to. Drawings and custom sizes welcome.
Not sure which spec fits your process?
Send your requirement — media, temperature, pressure, dimensions — and we'll recommend the right product or fabricate it.
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