Demister pads are a type of mesh pad used for removing water and oil droplets suspended in air or other gases. They offer an efficient solution for efficiently trapping, separating, or coalescing gas or liquid particles from process streams.

Demister pads come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, including discs, flat pads, rectangles, and circular tubes, circular to rectangular and even triangula. Depending on the application, they may be made from materials such as glass fiber cloth, polypropylene, stainless steel, copper, galvanized steel, MONEL, and other combinations of these materials. the material should have good resistance to corrosion and temperature stability, as well as adequate strength for the desired performance.
When selecting demister pads for a specific application, there are several factors to consider. These include the size needed for effective operation, the velocity/flow rate of the vapors, the residence time required, and the amount of liquid droplets the demister pad should capture. Furthermore, the design and material composition of the demister pads should be selected based on the operating temperature, pressure, and corrosive.
The size of the demister pads should be chosen carefully depending on the application. This includes the area where the pad is positioned and the number of square meters per cubic meter that is needed for effective operation. Additionally, the thickness of the pads should be selected depending on the pressure and temperature of the system.
Porosity plays a major role in choosing the right demister pad, with the ability to filter out dust particles of between 0.1 and 5 microns, depending on the material. These shapes can be chosen based on the flow pattern and velocity of vapors and liquids in the relevant apparatus. Additionally, consideration should be given to the residence time for effective operation of the equipment.

The most commonly used demister pads are made of stainless steel. these materials allow for a higher absorption rate than other types of pads. the metal pads can handle a lot of liquid and vapor and still remain intact for a longer period of time. the stainless steel pads are made with a layer of insulation to keep the liquid or vapor from entering the material. both types of pads have a mesh layer that allows for easier flow of air and liquid.

Copper demister pads are mesh pads made from copper mesh and wire that are commonly used in the oil industry. These pads are used to reduce the droplets of liquid or gas suspended in air or other gases, providing an efficient solution for removing suspended particles such as water vapor, droplets of oil and other gaseous material from process streams. Copper demister pads are ideal for low flow applications where high efficiency and superior performance are required. They are specifically designed for use in separators, condensers and other oilfield applications, and are especially well-suited for the removal of heavy-end hydrocarbons from vapor. Copper demister pads come in a variety of sizes and porosities and can be configured to meet specific requirements. They are also easy to install and maintain, with minimal maintenance and upkeep needed.

Galvanized steel demister pads are widely used in many industries and applications due to their high efficiency, durability, and long life spans. They are commonly used for dust collection, liquid/gas separation, oil mist elimination, and condensate removal. These pads are corrosion-resistant and have excellent mechanical properties, making them an ideal choice for many applications. Compared to stainless steel, galvanized steel demister pads are typically more cost-effective and generally available in larger diameters.

Yingdu can also customize various demisters products for our clients.

For example:
316L + Inconel demister 2000 x 200mm
Demister pad for chlorine gas
Demister pads for boiler of sugar mills
Stainless steel distillers demister pads with frame construction
Filter rasching ring, wire mesh demisters
Monel mesh demister
Knitted mesh demister pad -PTFE mist eliminator
Strainer demister
Vessel demisters
Stainless Steel 304 Wire Mesh Demister
SUS-316L Demister Pad