Fuel Purifier and Clarifier Basics (Centrifugal Separators)

Introduction to centrifugal separators: Understanding the components, operation, and maintenance of fuel purifiers and clarifiers.

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  • Purifier
  • Clarifier
  • Centrifugal
  • Separator
  • Fuel

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  • Course Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Subtittle Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Handbook
  • Purifier
  • Clarifier
  • Centrifugal
  • Separator
  • Fuel
Description

Want to separate water and solids from oil in an efficient manner? Then you will need a centrifugal separator! Purifiers and clarifiers are types of centrifugal separators, also known as ‘centrifuges’. These machines are used throughout many engineering industries for things like:

 

  • Removing solids and water from fuel oil (water from diesel etc.).

  • Removing fat from milk to make skimmed milk (the removed fat is sold as cream).

  • Removing gums and lecithin from vegetable oil (improves quality of oil, gums sold as a by-product). 

 

Without centrifugal separators, it would be very hard to produce the volume of substances that humans need. But…what are these amazing machines and how do they work? In this course, you will find out!

This course focuses on marine fuel oil purifiers, but the knowledge gained can be transferred to many engineering industries. Other important info…

 

  • This course is taught by an ex-marine engineer with 20 years’ experience...you're in good hands!

  • An animated interactive 3D model shows you a purifier in detail and how it works.

  • High quality 2D images highlight areas of interest.

  • Enjoy crisp, clean audio throughout the course.

  • Relax. We have taught over 50,000 online students. We know what we are doing!

  • Quiz provided. 

  • Certificate provided.

 

Hope to see you on the course!

What you will learn in this course
  • Define centrifugal separators and explain their purpose.
  • Identify the internal and external components of a separator.
  • Describe the components of a typical ship fuel system.
  • Demonstrate how to maintain a centrifugal separator.
  • Understand the terms 'centrifuge', 'purifier', and 'clarifier'.
  • Explain the working principle of centrifugal separators.
  • Compare and contrast the differences between a purifier and a clarifier.
Who this course is for:
  • Maintenance and operations personnel in the oil and gas industry
  • Technicians and mechanics responsible for fuel system maintenance in the aviation industry
  • Environmental and safety personnel responsible for managing fuel systems and equipment
  • Students pursuing degrees in mechanical engineering or related fields
  • Professionals seeking to expand their knowledge in fuel purification technology
Curriculum
13 lessons
1.5 hours
  • Course Overview
    1 lesson
    00:01:28
    Course Overview
    00:01:28
  • Introduction
    1 lesson
    00:02:25
    Welcome
    00:02:25
  • Theory
    3 lessons
    00:13:19
    Centrifugal Separation
    00:09:33
    Purifiers & Clarifiers
    00:03:46
    Theory Quiz
    11 Quiz
  • Operation and Parts
    8 lessons
    00:53:56
    Fuel System Example
    00:09:34
    Purifier Fluids and Solids
    00:04:30
    Internal Parts
    00:06:47
    Drive Train
    00:02:46
    Flows In and Out
    00:10:52
    Exterior Parts
    00:06:28
    How Purifiers Work
    00:12:59
    Operation and Parts Quiz
    13 Quiz
  • Purifier Maintenance
    2 lessons
    00:05:34
    Maintenance
    00:05:34
    Purifier Maintenance Quiz
    1 Quiz
  • Final Thoughts
    2 lessons
    00:04:11
    Final Thoughts
    00:04:11
    Final Quiz
    25 Quiz
  • Resources

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  • Course Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Handbook
  • Purifier
  • Clarifier
  • Centrifugal
  • Separator
  • Fuel