Wiped-Film Molecular Stills (Short Path Stills)
Designed for the distillation of very high boiling point materials, our Wiped Film Molecular Stills require the strongest vacuum levels and feature the closest proximity between the evaporator and internal condensers. This design minimizes the thermal degradation of sensitive compounds. Typical applications include processing triglycerides, diglycerides, long-chain free fatty acids, tall oils, polymers, and cannabinoids
Keys to the Superiority of the Wiped Film Distillation Process:
- Short Residence Time: The feed liquid spends only a brief period in contact with heat, minimizing thermal stress.
- Lowered Temperature Distillation: Enabled by very high vacuum capabilities that significantly reduce boiling temperatures.
- Advanced Design: Achieved via high mass and heat transfer enabled by perfected equipment geometries, essential for maintaining the quality and integrity of the final product.
Optimal Efficiency: Our slotted wiper system ensures precise control of the residence time, film thickness, and flow characteristics, ensuring efficient distillation, even with challenging applications.