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title: "Hydrocyclone Cone"
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  max_safe_operating_point:
    value: 2
    unit: "mm"
    consequence: "Erosion-corrosion from starch slurry abrasion at velocities &gt;3 m/s, yielding at hoop stress &gt;150 MPa, geometric distortion altering vortex stability"
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  - node_1:
      trigger: "Silica sand contamination in starch slurry exceeding 5% by mass"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Install 100-micron pre-filtration with magnetic trap for ferrous particles"
  - node_2:
      trigger: "pH fluctuation below 4.5 or above 8.5 in process slurry"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Apply 316L stainless steel cladding with 3 mm minimum thickness on carbon steel substrate"
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  - standard: "ISO 9901:2011 (TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROCYCLONES)"
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# Industrial Specification: Hydrocyclone Cone

## 1. Technical Definition
The conical section of a hydrocyclone separator that creates centrifugal force for starch separation.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0.1-0.5 MPa inlet pressure, 15-45° cone angle, 50-300 mm diameter**. Failure boundary: **Wall thickness reduction below 2 mm, inlet pressure exceeding 0.7 MPa, cone angle deviation beyond ±2° from design**, Mechanism: **Erosion-corrosion from starch slurry abrasion at velocities &gt;3 m/s, yielding at hoop stress &gt;150 MPa, geometric distortion altering vortex stability**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Darcy-Weisbach Pressure Drop**:

> **Primary Equation**: $\Delta P = f \cdot \frac{L}{D} \cdot \frac{\rho v^2}{2}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Critical for sizing CIP (Clean-In-Place) pump heads.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| f | Friction Factor | Engineering Constant |
| L | Pipe Length | Engineering Constant |
| v | Velocity | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Silica sand contamination in starch slurry exceeding 5% by mass | 8 | Abrasive wear rate exceeding 0.1 mm/1000 operating hours | Install 100-micron pre-filtration with magnetic trap for ferrous particles |
| pH fluctuation below 4.5 or above 8.5 in process slurry | 8 | Localized pitting corrosion at weld seams reducing wall thickness by &gt;50% | Apply 316L stainless steel cladding with 3 mm minimum thickness on carbon steel substrate |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Feed Pump**, **Starch Dewatering Screen**, **Starch Drying System**  
**Downstream Applications**: Potato Starch, Corn Starch, Tapioca Starch  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 

### Q: What materials are best for hydrocyclone cones in food manufacturing?
**A**: Polyurethane offers excellent abrasion resistance for starch processing, ceramic provides superior durability for high-wear applications, and stainless steel ensures corrosion resistance and easy sanitation for food-grade requirements.

### Q: How does a hydrocyclone cone separate starch in food processing?
**A**: The conical shape creates centrifugal force that separates starch particles from liquid slurry based on density differences, with heavier starch particles moving to the cone wall and lighter components exiting through the apex nozzle.

### Q: What maintenance is required for hydrocyclone cones in food production?
**A**: Regular inspection of the apex nozzle for wear, monitoring cone wall thickness for erosion, and cleaning to prevent starch buildup are essential. Material selection (polyurethane, ceramic, or stainless steel) affects maintenance frequency and replacement cycles.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance
- ISO 9901:2011 (TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROCYCLONES)

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### 🛠️ Engineering Resource Access
🔗 **[Full Specification: Hydrocyclone Cone](https://cnfx.com/industry/food-manufacturing/product/hydrocyclone-cone)**

### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **2** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: HYDROCYCLONE_CONE | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: 75c7bb43
