Mud Agitator Main Configuration?

Electrical motor, agitator gearbox, coupler, shaft, and impeller. The worm gear is the most popular used gear for a cost-effective but larger footprint. The bevel helical reduction box holds a better working performance and smaller footprint but higher cost which is the reason for not popular. The coupler is not a necessary part but a coupler-type agitator is better to protect the motor and gearbox.

Their different configuration on the main structure caters to clients’ preference. We can fit the motor and gearbox together directly without coupling, or base/pedestal. And we can connect the motor and gearbox via coupling. Of course, the different connect requests a different structure of gearbox. Such as, whether there is a flange or not. For the pedestal or the base, it depends on the actual working condition. Or the setting of the mud tank top.

Another issue affecting agitator assembly configuration is the control panel. As per our experience, we found some clients need a control panel to control the separated agitators, while some just need a single set of agitators. No matter which design you need, you’ll get optimal solutions at Aipu.

Mud Agitator Direction

The agitator direction is not very strict because both directions are workable, the right direction is good agitating performance but heavier load. If the wrong direction, it will reduce load, and agitating performance is not that good. The right direction is to press the mud downwards instead of upwards. While the mud goes downwards, the settled solids will be flushed up to keep a good agitating performance.

When we find there is the wrong direction of mudflow, we’d better stop the equipment at once. (Usually, such a situation happens during the initial running of the agitator.) Then we need to check if the motor or the starter wiring is right. Against us finishing troubleshooting, the rotation will be in the right direction.

Furthermore, we can find the arrow on the agitator assembly. Different manufacturers put it in different places. Usually, they mark it on a pedestal or coupling guard. If we found something wrong we can contact suppliers, too. They will give us a professional solution.

Besides the rotating direction, another point of concern is the grease or lubrication on the gearbox. We know, the gearbox consists of important and vital components. Such as gears, bearings, and seals. And to make sure of high performance as well as reliable working we need to lubricate the reduction box of the agitator before operation. If we don’t do the lubrication properly, the gearbox is very easy to damage. Firstly, the agitator can’t rotate smoothly, gradually, components inside the mesh are steady and difficult to go on working. Finally, they will

Electrical Standard for Mud Agitator

The explosion-proof agitator is required for oil & gas drilling sites, coal seam methane drilling, or mining. The Ex standard is different depending on different countries’ regulations and drilling sites. A non-explosion-proof agitator is good for other drilling sites like horizontal directional drilling, water well drilling, micro tunneling, pilling, etc. Ex standard is a customized part that will be done as per the buyer’s request.

For electrical parts, there are motors, and control panels. To provide an adaptable agitator for a certain job site, we need to confirm the electrical input system. Such as 380V/50Hz, or the 460V/60Hz, etc. And the voltage & frequency affect the final rotation speed of agitators. As we know the reduction box and the ratio lead to the agitator impeller speed. Furthermore, we need to confirm do users need a control panel. Same with motors, consider the electrical system. Besides the basic information or specification, we need to consider special requirements. Such as, if we need IEC-certified electrical components, if we need ATEX certification, etc.

Usually, we use Exd II BT4 for explosion-proof motors and panels. However, some clients may request Exd II CT4, etc. And, for some special industries, clients may operate agitator suiting working conditions. Such as remote control, non-explosion proof, or extreme weather.

We can’t describe every working condition here, however, we can provide the ideal solution for you. Please let us know your interest or question. You will find Aipu solids control is your optimal partner.