electrostatic precipitator

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electrostatic precipitator

An electrostatic precipitator cleans the air in a factory.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A device that removes dust particles or other fine particulate matter from a flowing gas (like air or industrial exhaust) using the principle of electrostatic precipitation. It works by imparting an electrical charge to the particles and then attracting them to a collection plate with an opposite charge.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The factory installed an electrostatic precipitator to reduce its emissions and comply with environmental regulations.
    • The efficiency of an electrostatic precipitator in capturing fly ash from coal combustion is very high.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be fitted with an electrostatic precipitator": to have this device installed as part of a system.
    • The new power plant's smokestacks are fitted with advanced electrostatic precipitators.
  • "the performance of an electrostatic precipitator": referring to how effectively the device operates.
    • The performance of the electrostatic precipitator depends on factors like particle size and gas temperature.
Variants and Related Words
  • Electrostatic precipitation (n): The process or method of removing particles using electrostatic forces. This is the principle on which the device operates.
    • Electrostatic precipitation is a common air pollution control technology.
  • ESP (n): A common abbreviation for "electrostatic precipitator."
    • The ESP needs maintenance to function correctly.
Synonyms
  • Dust collector: A general term for equipment that removes particulate matter.
  • Particulate scrubber: Another type of air pollution control device, though it often uses a different principle (like liquid sprays).
Related Phrases
  • Precipitator plate / collection plate (n): The charged surface within the device where particles accumulate.
    • Workers must regularly clean the precipitator plates to maintain efficiency.
  • Corona discharge / charging electrode (n): The component that creates the ionized field to charge the particles.
    • A strong corona discharge is essential for effective particle charging in the electrostatic precipitator.
electrostatic precipitator

An electrostatic precipitator cleans the air in a factory.

Noun
  1. removes dust particles from gases by electrostatic precipitation

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