Capital Controls

Series NXT3000
Modular design gas feed system
with self-contained automatic
switchover capability.

The Series NXT3000 Gas Feed System is a low maintenance and

family of vacuum-operated, solution-feed dependable operation for
gas dispensing components including a the life of the equipment.
vacuum regulator, meter assembly, and The vacuum regulator
a selection of ejectors to meet customer mounts directly on a
needs for feeding chlorine, sulfur dioxide, 150 lb. cylinder, a ton
ammonia or carbon dioxide gas. The container, or on the wall.
Series NXT3000 is a versatile, high quality When ton container or
system which operates at sonic conditions wall mounted a liquid trap
eliminating the need for regulating and heater are provided to
differential pressure across the rate control prevent liquefied gas from
valve. Proven design, rugged construction, reaching the regulator.
and the use of the best available
materials assures precise gas feeding, As required for the
application, one meter
assembly may be integrally
mounted and a second
remotely mounted in series.
Only one control valve
(manual or automatic) may
be installed in the system.
The meter assemblies are
designed to permit ganging
multiple meters for wall
mounting to multiple
feed points.

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Several ejector choices are available for the Series Engineering Specifications
NXT3000 system. The EJ100/200/500 ejectors can be Capacities: Standard metering tubes are available with
used for general applications. These incorporate an O-ring the following maximum capacities: 1, 3, 10, 25, 50, 100,
and diaphragm type check valve. For more demanding 200, 300, and 500 PPD (20, 60, 200, 500 g/h, 1, 2, 4,
applications for on-off service, anti-siphon and high back 6 and 10 kg/h) of chlorine gas. Any combination of
pressure, up to 200 psig (1380 kPa), the EJ17 ejector can capacities may be used on multiple feed point applications
be used. In addition, a CHLOR-A-VAC chemical induction as long as the total does not exceed 500 lb/day(10 kg/h).
unit can be used as the vacuum source for the system. Flowmeter Rangeability: 20 to 1 for any one metering
For applications requiring uninterrupted gas feed a built- tube. For example, a chlorinator with a maximum capacity
in automatic changeover function is provided in every of 50 lb/day can measure and control gas feed over the
vacuum regulator. All that is required is two vacuum range from 2.5 to 50 lb/day. Scale length for all capacities
regulators. No separate changeover module or valve is is 4 inches (100 mm) for easy readability, and all mount in
required, but for complex vacuum changeover systems the the same universal meter assembly. All tubes for chlorine,
Series NXT3000 vacuum regulators can be used with the sulfur dioxide and ammonia are direct reading. An easily
Capital Controls series of automatic vacuum switchover removable plastic shield is provided to protect operating
modules. personnel from accidental tube breakage. Accuracy is
Only one vacuum regulator is required to feed maximum within 4% of maximum flowmeter capacity.
capacities up to 500 PPD (chlorine). Maximum capacities Ejector Requirements: Reasonably clean water at
for other gases are as follows: Sulfur Dioxide same as pressures of 4 psig (28 kPa) or greater is required to
Chlorine; Ammonia 250 PPD; Carbon Dioxide operate the ejector. Water consumption and required
375 PPD. The maximum feed capacity is dependent inlet pressure are dependent upon chlorinator capacity
on the gas source. and ejector discharge pressure (back pressure). Refer
to ejector sizing/nozzle curves for details. An ejector is
normally required for each point of solution application.
Design Features For swimming pool applications or where the solution
Modern Design: Operates on sonic principle. No DP discharge point is at a lower elevation than the ejector
regulation required. Fewer parts means better reliability throat discharge elevation, an ejector with an integral
and improved ease of maintenance. anti-siphon valve is required.
Modularity: System consists of vacuum regulator, meter Mounting: The vacuum regulator is designed for
assembly and ejector. One vacuum regulator for all mounting on the gas valve of either a 100 or 150 lb
capacities up to 500 PPD. cylinder or a ton container. The meter assembly can be
Inlet Valve Body and Spring: Both are manufactured from integrally mounted on the vacuum regulator or remotely
Hastelloy-C and warranted for life. wall mounted. The ejector may be wall mounted for all
capacities up to 500 PPD and up to 100 PPD for pipe
Versatility: System adapts to automatic vacuum
mounting. Automatic control valves can be furnished
changeover by simply adding a second vacuum regulator.
separately for direct wall mounting, or as part of wall panel
No separate changeover module required.
or wall cabinet installations.
Safe Operation: All vacuum operation prevents escape of
gas to atmosphere.
Minimum Maintenance: Simple design minimizes routine
maintenance. PM kits available for all major components.
Superior Warranty: Vacuum regulator and meter assembly
carry 3-year warranty.
Control Modes: The gas feeder can be controlled either Electrical Requirements: For wall or ton container
manually or automatically by the use of a rate control mounting vacuum regulators 120 Vac or 240 Vac is
valve. For a manual control application, a manual rate required for operation of the 25 W electric heater on the
control valve is provided as part of the meter assembly. liquid trap. Heater is furnished with a 6-foot (2 m) cord.
Where there are two meters in series in the same vacuum Materials of Construction: See 100.3201
line, only one will have a rate control valve. There are
numerous methods of automatic control. For all of these Temperature Limits:
an automatic control valve consisting of a valve assembly Ambient maximum: 130F (54C)
(body, precision plug and valve seat) and an electric
Ejector water maximum: *100F (38C)
actuator is used. The actuator receives an electronic
signal (typically from a flow meter or a residual controller) Normal vacuum regulator operating range:
and positions the valve plug to permit an automatically 38 - 130F (2-54C)
regulated flow of gas to the process. An automatic *Ejector performance will be impaired due to decrease in gas solubility if water
control valve, complete with an integral controller, can temperature is above 77F (25C)
be provided to directly receive the flow and residual
analyzer signals. Please contact your local De Nora Water
Shipping Weight
Technologies representative for assistance with your
control applications. Shipping Weight Volume
Connections:
Vacuum Regulator 7 lb (3.2 kg) 1.7 cu.ft. (0.05 cu.m.)
Vacuum Regulator Gas Outlet and Vent: 5/8" tubing Meter
Assembly Gas Inlet and Outlet: 5/8" tubing Liquid Trap 7 lb (3.2 kg) 1.0 cu.ft. (0.03 cu.m.)

Meter Assembly 1 lb (0.5 kg) 1.0 cu.ft. (0.03 cu.m.)

Ejector 3 lb (1.5 kg) 1.0 cu.ft. (0.03 cu.m.)

Accessories
Ejector
Standard:
Emergency
Gas Inlet Water Inlet Solution Outlet
Drain 1 - Ammonia leak test bottle
3/4" NPTE or 3/4" NPTE or 1 - Insect screen for vent line
EJ100 3/8" tubing N/A
1" hose 1" hose
4 - Spare lead gaskets
1/2" or 5/8" 1-1/4" NPT or 1-1/4" NPT or
EJ200 N/A 6 - Inlet valve filters
tubing 1-1/2 hose 1-1/2" hose

EJ500 5/8" tubing

1-1/4" NPT or 1-1/4" NPT or
N/A
1 - Multipurpose wrench
1-1/2" hose 1-1/2" hose
1 - Tubing adaptor kit containing various tubing
3/4" NPTE or
EJ17 5/8" tubing 1" NPT
1" hose
5/8" tubing connectors (one kit for each component)
1 - Instruction bulletin and parts list
Note: Vacuum regulator, meter assembly and ejector are furnished with an
adaptor kit to permit reducing or increasing tubing sizes consistent with gas flow Options:
requirements.
Automatic Valve (100.0320)
Out of gas alarm switch
Preventative Maintenance Kits
VEGA - Vent Exhaust Gas Arrestor (141.0001)
Amperometric titrator
Description of Operation
The chlorine gas from the source enters the gas vacuum Any gas, under pressure, which might enter the regulator
regulator where it is filtered to remove any foreign is vented from the system through the built-in pressure
material which might be present. Water flowing through relief valve. If the source of chlorine gas is exhausted, the
the ejector creates a vacuum which opens the inlet valve gas port closes to prevent excessive vacuum levels from
to admit the gas into the regulator. A diaphragm regulates developing upstream of the vacuum regulator and also
the vacuum at this point to a closely controlled value. prevents any moisture from being drawn back into the
The gas passes through the flowmeter(s) and the rate operating components or the gas supply lines.
control valves and then goes to the ejector or ejectors At the same time, an indicating lever on the side of the
where it is thoroughly mixed and dissolved in the water vacuum regulator shows that the gas supply has been
and carried to the application point as a solution. When exhausted.
multiple metering tubes and ejectors are used, each
When the vacuum regulators are used in an automatic
operates independently of the others. Adjustment of one
changeover system, either vacuum regulator is selected
of the gas flow rates has no effect on the other rates.
by the station operator allowing gas to flow until the
The system is completely under vacuum from the ejector chlorine source is exhausted. At that point, the second
to the gas inlet valve during operation. If the water supply vacuum regulator automatically opens to allow gas feed to
to the ejector is stopped, or the operating vacuum is lost continue. Each regulator has an indicator to show whether
for any other reason, the spring-loaded gas inlet valve it is in the reserve, operating, or empty mode.
immediately closes to isolate the chlorinator from the
gas supply.
NXT3000 Gas Feed System Components

Vacuum Regulator Meter Assembly Vacuum Regulator

with
Meter Assembly

Ejector Ejector Ejector

EJ100 EJ500 EJ17
Brief Description
The gas feed system shall be a vacuum-operated, solution The vacuum regulator, meter assembly, rate control
feed type with a feed range of___ to ___ PPD of _____ gas. valve (manual or automatic), and ejector assembly shall
The vacuum regulator shall be suitable for cylinder, ton be manufactured from materials resistant to corrosion
container or wall mounting. When ton container or wall from the chemicals being fed. All components shall
mounted it shall be provided with an integrally mounted be manufactured in a facility certified to meet the
manifold trap with built-in electric heater with six foot requirements of ISO9001 International Standards.
cord. Power requirement shall be 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz. The vacuum regulator, meter assembly and ejector shall be
The manifold shall have a 5 square inch, removable filter furnished with connections for 5/8-inch tubing. Capacity
having 90 micron pore size. adaptor kits shall be supplied with each to permit use of
A positive tight shut-off valve with HastelloyC body shall reduced tubing size as necessary. The following accessories
be provided within the vacuum regulator to isolate gas shall be supplied: Insect screen, bottle for test solution, six
under pressure from the control system should there be a spare filter pads, four spare lead gaskets, universal wrench,
loss of vacuum. An easily removable fiberglass filter shall meter assembly mounting accessories, and instruction
be included upstream of the inlet valve. A spring-loaded manual and parts list.
pressure relief valve shall be provided to prevent the build- The gas feed system shall be Capital Controls Series
up of pressure within the gas control system. An excess NXT3000 or approved equal.
vacuum shut-off valve shall be provided as an integral part
of the vacuum regulator to isolate the regulator from the
meter assembly and ejector on loss of gas supply pressure. Warranty and Capability
Provisions for automatic changeover shall be incorporated De Nora Water Technologies offers a lifetime warranty
within the vacuum regulator without the need for an on the diaphragm and springs. There is a three (3) year
external valve. An indicator shall provide a visual signal limited warranty on NXT3000 Series equipment.
when the chlorine gas supply is exhausted or interrupted. De Nora Water Technologies is ISO 9001 certified to
A meter assembly having a 20:1 range shall be provided provide quality and precision materials. Disinfection
to indicate the gas feed rate. The meter shall be calibrated technologies, water quality monitors and instrumentation
for the gas being fed and shall be direct reading in both for water and wastewater are areas of specialization. Over
English and metric units. It shall be suitable for mounting 40 years of industrial and municipal application experience
on the wall or on the vacuum regulator. The meter in the water and wastewater industries is incorporated
assembly shall be fitted with a protective plastic shield. into the equipment design to provide high quality
It shall be provided with a manual rate valve for manual comprehensive solutions for the global market
control. When the system is automatically controlled no
manual valve is provided.
An ejector shall be furnished with the system. The ejector
nozzle and throat shall be sized for the application.
The type of ejector to be supplied shall be application
dependent.
The ejector shall be designed for the following conditions:
Water supply pressure: _____psig
Maximum water flow: _____gpm
Maximum back pressure: _____psig
Option: Series 3000 Chloromatic Valve - Integrated Gas Control Valve with Integral Controller
Refer to Product Bulletin 100.0320

Option: VEGA - Vent Exhaust Gas Arrestor

Refer to Product Bulletin 141.0001

Typical Arrangement

For those instances where occasional operational venting

cannot be tolerated, a VEGA can be used to eliminate any
errant gas emissions. The VEGA will last for a year under
normal operating condition.
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