MAHLE RTI NTF-15 - Manual (Page 4)

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H O, H
2 2
O
2
N
2
F S
Pressurized
Air Nitrogen
A C
B
Support Layer
Separation Layer
Compressed air
Warning
Ensure that the feed air pressure can not exceed 190 psig.
Nitrogen and Oxygen
The NTF-15 generates nitrogen as a product. Oxygen enriched air is released as waste.
Warning
Nitrogen can cause suffocation! Oxygen-enriched air leads to increased risk of fire in the event of contact
with flammable products. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation at all times!
Do not install the NTF-15 in an area where explosive substances may be present.
Description of the NTF-15 Membrane
General
The NTF-15 separates compressed air into nitrogen and an oxygen enriched air stream. The separation system is
based on membrane technology. The compressed air comes from a central system or from a dedicated compressor.
The nitrogen produced is stored in the nitrogen storage vessel. The NTF-15 then switches on and off, depending on
the nitrogen demand.
Separation principle
A Pressurized air inlet F Fast
B Hollow fibre membrane S Slow
C Nitrogen outlet