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[*] posted on 20-1-2007 at 16:48
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Is it possible to do a "steam" extraction using boiling vapors from an alcohol?



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[*] posted on 21-1-2007 at 04:43


Like this?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soxhlet_extractor
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[*] posted on 21-1-2007 at 07:50


Oh, so that's what a Soxhlet extractor is for. Thanks!



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[*] posted on 21-1-2007 at 20:34


Whether you use Steam (Water vapor) or alcohol, it's all based on vapor faze separation techniques, and this article gives a little insite in this technology.

DISTILLATION:
http://www.uwlax.edu/faculty/koster/Distillation305.htm

Steam distillation:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_distillation

Simple apparatus setup for steam distillation
http://www.btinternet.com/~chemistry.diagrams/steam-distilla...

And now for some fun stuff that may also interest you (cheap alcohol):

Home Distillation of Alcohol:
http://homedistiller.org/

A Step by Step Guide for Home Moonshining:
http://www.moonshine-still.com/page2.htm

Building a World Class Home Distillation Apparatus (.doc & .pdf-File):
http://www.moonshine-still.com/Still.doc
http://www.moonshine-still.com/still.pdf

Enjoy

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