öljynerotin

Öljynerotin, also known as an oil separator or oil-water separator, is a device designed to separate oil from water. This is commonly used in various industrial and automotive applications. The principle behind most oil separators relies on the difference in density between oil and water. Since oil is less dense than water, it tends to float on top.

In automotive applications, oil separators are crucial in internal combustion engines. They are used to remove oil vapor and mist from the crankcase ventilation system. This prevents the oil from entering the intake manifold and being burned, which can lead to increased emissions and carbon buildup. These engine oil separators are often part of the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.

Industrially, oil separators are used in wastewater treatment plants, factories, and workshops where oily water is generated. For example, garages and car washes use separators to prevent oil and grease from entering the sewage system. These industrial separators can employ various methods, including gravity separation, coalescing, or centrifugal force, to achieve efficient separation. The separated oil can then be collected and disposed of or recycled. The design and effectiveness of an oil separator depend on the specific contaminants and the required level of separation.