HDPE Plastic Balls
Spheres float on surface of liquid in
open tank and thereby greatly reduce the exposed liquid surface area - up to
90%. Dramatically diminish objectionable fumes and odors. Blanket of spheres
also insulates heated liquid reducing evaporation and heat requirements. Ideal
for plating tanks and similar open tank installations where the liquid surface
can be covered with a blanket of spheres without impeding access to the tank for
process purposes. Spheres are hollow and will float on any liquid. Polypropylene,
non-toxic and able to withstand continuous working temperatures of 110 C (230F)
Polypropylene is suitable for use in most known chemicals. High Density
Polyethylene generally suitable as above but with a continuous working
temperature limitation of 80 C. (176 F) softening point about 110 C (230F).
High
density polyethylene has better chemical resistance to certain compounds
like oil, and other hydro-carbons. Also less stress cracking at low temperatures
than polypropylene. Color white translucent except 100 mm, black for outside
use. All sizes are blow molded.
Technical
Data Sheet
| Virgin Natural Colored HDPE Balls | ||||||
| Part # | Diameter (in.) | Tolerance | Solid or Hollow | Pkg. Qty | Pkg. Price | Order Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KB-069 | .125 | ±.002" | Solid | 500 | $17.28 | Add to Order |
| KB-208 | .188 | ±.002" | Solid | 200 | $28.35 | Add to Order |
| KB-070 | .250 | ±.002" | Solid | 250 | $29.77 | Add to Order |
| KB-071 | .312 | ±.002" | Solid | 200 | $36.45 | Add to Order |
| KB-072 | .375 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $26.69 | Add to Order |
| KB-073 | .437 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $29.18 | Add to Order |
| KB-074 | .500 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $46.80 | Add to Order |
| KB-075 | .562 | ±.002" | Solid | 50 | $38.34 | Add to Order |
| KB-076 | .625 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $42.00 | Add to Order |
| KB-077 | .750 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $67.50 | Add to Order |
| KB-077A | .750 | ±.020" | Hollow | 1000 | $244.38 | Add to Order |
| KB-078 | .875 | ±.002" | Solid | 100 | $72.00 | Add to Order |
| KB-079 | 1.00 | ±.002" | Solid | 25 | $61.45 | Add to Order |
| KB-196 | 1.50 | ±.020" | Hollow | 1000 | $516.38 | Add to Order |
| KB-198 | 1.75 | ±.020" | Hollow | 500 | $459.33 | Add to Order |
| KB-8546 | 2.00 | ±.020" | Hollow | 1000 | $966.31 | Add to Order |
| Rev. 10-23, 05-23, 04-23, 03-22 | ||||||
Operating Temperature Range -180 to +190 F
| Ball diameter and surface coverage | |||
| Diameter | Average weight (g) | Balls per ft2 | Balls per m2 |
| 3/8" | 0.2 | 1,076 | 11,600 |
| 3/4" | 1.0 | 270 | 2,900 |
| 1.0" | 1.5 | 172 | 1,850 |
| 1 1/2" | 4.5 | 74 | 800 |
| 1 3/4" | 7.0 | 53 | 570 |
| 2.0" | 8.0 | 43 | 465 |
| 2.25" | 16.0 | 22 | 235 |
| 4.0" | 40.0 | 10 | 116 |
| 4.5" | 100.0 | 4.8 | 51.5 |
| The percentage of area covered by the balls is independent of the ball diameter, being the ratio of a circle to the hexagon which surrounds it. This equates to 91% of the liquid surface area. The frictional contact points ensure that each ball remains stable when subjected to increased liquid or air turbulence. | |||
| Heat and liquid loss savings | ||
| Open Surface | 1 layer of 1.5" balls | |
| Average Surface Temperature °C |
90° 70° 50° | 90° 70° 50° |
| Energy consumption Kwh/h |
10.73 4.61 1.61 | 2.70 1.31 0.60 |
| Percentage energy; saving |
- - - | 75% 71% 65% |
| Evaporation litres/m-h |
13.05 4.97 1.45 | 1.67 0.41 0.14 |
| Percentage evaporation saving |
- - - | 87% 91% 90% |
| Test Tank Dimensions = 600mm(W) x 1850mm(L) x 1000mm(H). | ||