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IMTP Intalox Metal Saddle Ring is an improved high-efficiency saddle-shaped metal tower packing, specially designed for industrial mass transfer systems.
Its unique asymmetrical saddle structure eliminates the directional stacking problem of traditional ring packing, ensuring more uniform gas-liquid distribution inside the tower and effectively avoiding channeling.
Made of high-quality 304 & 316 stainless steel, it offers excellent corrosion resistance, high mechanical strength, and stable long-term performance in harsh chemical environments.
With core advantages of low pressure drop and strong anti-clogging performance, it is ideal for working conditions with high liquid load or easy scaling, widely applied in distillation, absorption, and desulfurization towers.
desulfurization setups, it suits chemical processing, petroleum refining, and environmental protection industries—including the isolation of substances like ethylbenzene and toluene.
| Size (mm) | Bulk density (kg/m³) | Packing Number (pcs/m³) | Surface area (m²/m³) | Free volume (%) | Dry Packing Factor (m⁻¹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15mm (16.5×10.6×0.25) | 223 | 324,110 | 275 | 97.2 | 300.2 |
| 15mm (16.5×10.6×0.3) | 263 | 324,110 | 275 | 96.7 | 304.9 |
| 25mm (25.9×12.6×0.25) | 163 | 127,180 | 415 | 4.8* | 489.2 |
| 25mm (25.9×12.6×0.3) | 192 | 127,180 | 344 | 95.5 | 393.2 |
| 25mm (25.9×12.6×0.4) | 266 | 127,180 | 199 | 96.6 | 221.0 |
| 40mm (35.4×18.8×0.25) | 124 | 51,180 | 151 | 98.4 | 158.3 |
| 40mm (35.4×18.8×0.3) | 146 | 51,180 | 151 | 98.1 | 159.7 |
| 40mm (35.4×18.8×0.4) | 203 | 51,180 | 151 | 97.4 | 163.2 |
| 50mm (48.5×28.6×0.3) | 95 | 15,550 | 97 | 98.8 | 101.0 |
| 50mm (48.5×28.6×0.4) | 132 | 15,550 | 97 | 98.3 | 102.5 |
| 50mm (48.5×28.6×0.5) | 169 | 15,550 | 97 | 97.9 | 103.9 |
| 60mm (67×37×0.4) | 113 | 9,000 | 84 | 98.6 | 87.3 |
| 60mm (67×37×0.5) | 145 | 9,000 | 84 | 98.2 | 88.4 |
| 70mm (76.5×42.5×0.4) | 83 | 4,690 | 61 | 99.0 | 62.9 |
| 70mm (76.5×42.5×0.4) | 106 | 4,690 | 61 | 98.7 | 63.5 |
The asymmetric saddle-shaped profile prevents nested stacking, enabling uniform fluid flow distribution, minimal pressure drop, and exceptional mass transfer efficiency while preventing channeling.
Commonly fabricated using premium stainless steel grades such as 304 and 316, providing superior corrosion resistance, structural durability, and high operating temperature limits.
It is widely implemented in distillation columns, absorption systems, strip towers, and desulfurization processes across the chemical processing, refining, and environmental industries.
Its high void fraction and dynamic fluid contact mechanics offer substantial resistance to fouling and clogging, making it suitable for applications with heavy liquid loading or solids buildup.
Yes, it demonstrates optimal performance in high-purity separation towers, such as those isolating compounds like ethylbenzene and toluene under vacuum or atmospheric pressures.
