KM Mixers

Kenics static mixers maximize mixing efficiency without the wasted energy and material blockage typically found in more restrictive motionless mixers.

Description

Numerous independent studies have shown that In all Kenics™ KM Series static mixers, a patented helical mixing element directs the flow of material radially toward the pipe walls and back to the center. Additional velocity reversal and flow division results from combining alternating right- and left-hand elements, thus increasing mixing efficiency. All material is continuously and completely mixed, eliminating radial gradients in temperature, velocity, and material composition.

Mixing applications

Turbulent blending

The KM static mixer produces rapid mixing by inducing circular patterns that reverse direction at each element intersection.

Laminar blending

The alternating helical elements of the KM static mixer continually divide, stretch, and reorient the flow stream to produce complete mixing with minimum pressure drop.

Liquid/liquid dispersion

The uniform turbulent shear field of the KM static mixer quickly disperses immiscible liquids and produces a narrow drop size distribution.

Gas liquid dispersion

Gases can be incorporated into turbulent liquids using the KM static mixer. Mass transfer rates are dramatically enhanced to maximize absorption or reaction.

Extrusion

A special line of KM style mixers, called Thermogenizers, are available to blend thermal gradients as well as supplemental color and additive blending.

 

Specifications

KM Mixers specifications

Sizes 3/16 to 120 in.
Material Carbon steel, 304, 316, Alloy 20, Monel 400, Hastelloy C-276 and B2/3, titanium, Nickel 200, Inconnel 600/625, PTFE, PVC, CPVC, FRP, and other materials to meet your requirements
Geometry Limited to round pipe, tubing, or duct
Retention types Welded, removable, and edge-sealed
Resources
  • Kenics Static Mixer Technology Brochure (English)

  • Kenics Static Mixer Technology Brochure (German)

  • Kenics KM Static Mixer Spec Sheet

  • Kenics LACT Fiscal Mixing Spec Sheet

  • Kenics Sanitary Mixer Spec Sheet

  • Kenics KM IO&M Manual 801

  • IO&M Manual 802: KMA Static Mixer

  • IO&M Manual 803: KMS-FRP, KME-FRP or KMR-FRP Static Mixers

  • IO&M Manual 804: KME-PVC & CPVC Static Mixers

  • IO&M Manual 805: KMR-PTFE Static Mixers

  • IO&M Manual 806: Sanitary Static Mixers

  • IO&M Manual 807: Tube Static Mixers