definition of slurry? 1

[omby]

How is slurry defined with regards to choosing suitable instrumentation for a particular application?

I mean, at what point does say water with suspended solids in it (that behaves just like water) become a slurry (i.e. has the consistency of paint or mud)? And how do you define that point?

Is it when the solid partially disolved in the fluid changes the overall density/properties of the fluid? or is it just up to the individuals experience to make judgement?

I look forward to your comments...

omby

 

[khan101]

I think definition of slurry varies from industry to industry. A slurry is defined as solids in liquid. It can be either sand and water/oil in oil industry or rocks/mineral in water in a mining industry. In paper mill industry a 4% concentration is called slurry. In oil sand industry a 20% concentration is called slurry. It is hard to define when a liquid turns into slurry. All you can do is define the concentration of solids in liquid either by weight or by specific gravity for your industry. As far as instrument selection is concerned, I think you should consider to go that route when you think you have enough solids in liquid to harm your conventional instruments.

 

[mohtogh]

we have 5% lime in water, and we considered that as slurry.
We have specific type instrument for that service.(in line pressure gauge and...).
Hope this help