With live-loaded, wear-compensating hard polymer pressure plate seals, the Flex Tube Diverter prevents cross-contamination between lines, unlike other pneumatic diverters. Alternative designs can lead to material packing and grinding against seals, causing wear, and compromising product quality. The Flex Tube Diverter’s “scissoring” action gradually tapers material flow during line shifts, keeping seals clear and extending their lifespan.
Suitable for horizontal and vertical orientations, the Flex Tube Diverter allows “shifting on the fly” with a flowing material column. Consulting an application engineer before this procedure is advised. Its unobstructed, full-bore orifice maintains convey line pressure for smooth material movement, overcoming challenges like disrupted pressures and line plugs.
Safety and durability are integral to its design. The housing protects the flexible hose and encloses moving parts, eliminating hazards, and ensuring hose longevity, especially in outdoor settings.
Ideal for gravity flow and dilute phase pneumatic conveying, the Flex Tube Diverter handles differential pressures up to 15 psig | 1 barg | 0.1 MPa, depending on gate size. It suits both pressure and vacuum systems, accommodating non-abrasive to moderately abrasive powders, pellets, and granules.
In summary, the Vortex® Flex Tube Diverter™ is a reliable solution for managing dry bulk materials and addressing cross-contamination. Its innovative design and robust construction make it an asset to any material handling system, offering quality, customer focus, and customization.
