What happens if the air used for blowers in degasifiers for removing CO2 is feeded from outside and has a very low temperature (aprox. -20 degrees C)? I know that the solubility of gases in water decreases while increasing the temperature and decreasing pressure.
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The term "degasifier" has been used to refer to two types of water treatment equipment: a vacuum degasifier and a "forced Draft degasifier" (also called a decarbonator).
Anyway, to answer your original question. A continuous flow of water through the unit will not result in freezing. The air flow is usually sized at 3 SCFM / GPM of water. Assuming inlet water temperature of 60 ^F, there will be some cooling, but not enough to result in freezing. Hopefully, the supplier of the degasifier provided a mist extractor at the top vent to prevent water carry-over. If not then you will see ice accumulating on the outside of the tank.
Anyway, to answer your original question. A continuous flow of water through the unit will not result in freezing. The air flow is usually sized at 3 SCFM / GPM of water. Assuming inlet water temperature of 60 ^F, there will be some cooling, but not enough to result in freezing. Hopefully, the supplier of the degasifier provided a mist extractor at the top vent to prevent water carry-over. If not then you will see ice accumulating on the outside of the tank.
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