20 kV DC Power Supplies for Electrostatic Water Recovery
USE CASE
Electrostatic water recovery is an emerging application where high-voltage electric fields can help capture, ionize and condense water particles from industrial vapor streams. Technix HV supports innovative demonstrators with reliable, configurable DC power supplies, including 20 kV - 3 kW units designed for electrostatic field generation.
Application context
Many industrial processes release significant quantities of water vapor. Recovering this water can reduce fresh water extraction, limit local environmental impact and support more sustainable process design. High voltage can play a central role by charging or ionizing water particles so they can be collected more efficiently.
CUSTOMER CHALLENGE
• Create a stable electrostatic field for water vapor capture and condensation
• Supply several 20 kV - 3 kW DC power supplies for a demonstrator platform.
• Support an innovative development project where system architecture may evolve during testing.
• Reduce reliance on mechanical extraction parts where electrostatic capture can simplify the process.
• Provide technical guidance during specification, configuration and commissioning phases.
TECHNIX HV SOLUTION
Technix supplied several 20 kV - 3 kW DC power supplies adapted to the demonstrator requirements. Beyond the electrical equipment, Technix supported the project by helping define the appropriate high-voltage solution, configure the units and respond during key development phases.
Key benefits
• High-voltage generation adapted to electrostatic field applications.
• Robust architecture for demonstrator and pilot-scale testing.
• Reduced mechanical complexity in the extraction process.
• Technical support for an innovative, evolving system design.
• A practical example of high-voltage technology supporting sustainability-oriented industrial applications.
Typical applications
Electrostatic water recovery can be relevant for industrial sites where large quantities of water vapor are generated and where water reuse can reduce operational and environmental constraints. The technology may be applied during demonstration, pilot and scale-up phases.
High-voltage design considerations
Key parameters include voltage level, available power, polarity, output stability, current limitation, safety interlocks, remote control, environmental constraints and integration into the collection chamber or process skid.
Why is high voltage used in water recovery?
High voltage can generate electrostatic fields that charge or ionize water particles, helping them condense and be recovered from vapor streams.
Can Technix support demonstrator projects? Yes. Technix supports demonstrators and pilot systems by helping define the appropriate voltage, power, interfaces and configuration.
What rating was used in this application? Technix supplied several 20 kV - 3 kW DC power supplies for an electrostatic water recovery demonstrator.
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