Caprolactam is the basis for production of the plastic polyamide 6.
LEWA diaphragm pumps are very well suited for the specific applications of conveyance of caprolactam melts: The pumps are completely heatable, equipped according to customer specification and optimized for continuous operation.
Solution
LEWA process diaphragm pumps convey caprolactam melts controllably via a frequency converter.
Performance example:
Temperature: 100°C
Flow rate: 11m3/h
Pressure: 36 bar
LEWA triplex process diaphragm pumps offer the following advantages:
Outstanding service life in comparison to conventional screw pumps-
High efficiency
Safe and gentle operation with caprolactam melts
Proven and complete system solution
Low investment and operating costs
Caprolactam is the starting material for the ring-opening polymerization of polyamide 6 (perlon).
A second option for polymerization is in the hydrolytic splitting of the amide bond and subsequent polycondensation. Polyamide 6 is produced yearly by the megaton.
At ambient temperature, caprolactam forms white crystals, which are quite soluble in water. Therefore it is normally stored at temperatures over 80 °C until it is used.
With its varied properties, it is an ideal initial material for a wide variety of products:
Engineering plastics, such as tool parts and molding parts
Carpets and household textiles
Packaging film
Stockings, bathing suits and special suits
Fishing nets, brushes, wires and cables
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