LuckyWinner - 18-5-2021 at 15:08
if you have a reaction which is running automatically (under observation)
and want to drain the liquid from flask 1 through its bottom drain valve into flask 2, flask 3, flask 4...
which 'multi channel' valve would be a proper choice?
flask 1's bottom drain valve > valve with 3 outputs > each vale output is connected to a different flask 2,3,4...
I could find a perfect product yet... found one 5 in 1 valve but its kinda pricey...
anyhow any other solutions?
channel 3 x 3 way valves into the same line?
to get the 3 outputs?
what type of valve to use, there are screw in valves , twisiting valves, twisiting valves with nut,
glass or teflon.
I assume a screw teflon valve is the best choice if you want to turn it with an electric motor.
[Edited on 18-5-2021 by LuckyWinner]
Sulaiman - 19-5-2021 at 01:50
What is your desired volume and flowrate?
Solenoid valves would be easy to control,
eg https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/254604782514
Controlling motorised valves is more complex as end-stop controls/sensors are usually required
Peristaltic pumps may also be useful,
even with flasks that do not have a bottom drain valve,
allowing use of cheaper rbfs.
Fyndium - 19-5-2021 at 02:04
I use gas washer heads, tubes and hand primer pump to suction liquids out. They work with any vessel that has a matching ground joint.
monolithic - 19-5-2021 at 03:54
What sort of chemicals are you working with? Something like a custom PTFE valve is going to be $$$. If you can get away with stainless steel and
solenoids or hand valves, just make a manifold. https://www.pneumadyne.com/images/categories/F_PM_AL_10.jpg Reaction flask drains into the end and out of each of the manifold holes.