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perforated-pipe distributor

perforated-pipe distributor

[′pər·fə‚rād·əd ¦pīp di′strib·yəd·ər]
(chemical engineering)
Liquid distribution device consisting of a length of piping or tubing with holes at spaced intervals along the length; used in spray columns, liquid-vapor contactors, and spray driers. Also known as a sparger.
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