I have some calculations showing the change in water-ethanol equilibrium as
a result of reduced pressure, at
http://homedistiller.org/designs.htm#vacuum
If you want to play with the calculations themselves, i have a wee
spreadsheet : http://homedistiller.org/Theory.xls
cheers
Tony
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> The concept that I had and didnt fully explain was to use the large
> propane tank as a vacuum reservoir to draw the vapors into the tank
> to be drained from the bottom after they condensed. This would
> isolate the air compressor from the ethanol vapor.
Great concept ! I didn't think that t
excellent tony just the info that is needed. do you
have any thoughts on whether yeast will survive a low
vacuum environment?
regards,roger
> I have some calculations showing the change in water-ethanol equilibrium as
> a result of reduced pressure, at
> http
tion1.1 40-tray rectifier (assumes no
fusel oil)
to 95% wt %
from 13 wt %
No mention of electrical energy required for vacuum.
I hope this helps...
Regards
Juan
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