Type MDL

Type MDL
The Type MDL Filter Nozzle, engineered by KSH Germany, is purpose-built for mixed-bed filter systems. It combines an air-cushion tube for uniform purge-air flow, a float for regeneration control, and louvre discs for optimal medium distribution. Available exclusively in New Zealand through Absorb NZ.

Slot Size by Colour

  •  0.2mm Slot Size - Ivory 
  •  0.3mm Slot Size - Green 
  •  0.35mm Slot Size - White
  •  0.5mm Slot Size - Grey 
  •  0.7mm Slot Size - Yellow
  •  0.8mm Slot Size - Blue
  •  1.0mm Slot Size - Black
  •  1.5mm Slot Size - Orange 
  •   2.0mm Slot Size - Green

Technical Specifications – Type MDL Filter Nozzle

Specification Detail
ManufacturerKSH Germany
ModelType MDL
ApplicationMixed-bed filter systems requiring even purge-air distribution
DesignFilter nozzle with air-cushion tube and internal float to control regeneration flow
FunctionFloat reduces flow during backwash to a defined annular gap and opens fully in the filtration direction for optimal media utilisation
Slot Configuration24 × 0.2 mm (0.91 cm²) / 36 × 0.2 mm (1.37 cm²)
Thread Type (ØA)M24
Thread Diameter (ØA)24 mm
Thread Length (L1)60 mm
Shaft Length (L2)120 mm
Head DiameterØ 65 mm / SW17 hex
Outlet Diameter (ØB)16 mm (≈ 2.0 cm² flow area)
Flow Capacity (Δp ≈ 0.1 bar)≈ 2.5 – 3.0 m³/h (ρ = 1.0 g/cm³ per catalogue graph)
Material OptionsPolypropylene (PP) or PVDF depending on chemical application
InstallationDirect screw-in mounting through nozzle plate or base
Exclusive NZ DistributorAbsorb It Ltd

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