Torrent Orbital Tank Cleaner
Attention product discontinuation: Torrent 4 Orbital Tank Cleaners are no longer available. You can still get spare parts or a repair service on request. As an alternative cleaner, we recommend the products Turbo SSB 125 Tank Cleaner and the modular OC200 Orbital Tank Cleaner. If you are unsure which model you need, just give us a call and we will be happy to help you find the right cleaner for your job.
Stream cleaner with compact dimensions
- liquid-powered 360° low-pressure surge cleaner
- high flow rate at low pressure
- FDA compliant & EX certified
- acid, alkali and temperature resistant
- compact dimensions
- self-cleaning, hygienic, low-wear
- validatable cleaning
- Function monitoring by Vericlean or SMW 100
| Technical Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Max. cleaning diameter: | 11.6 meters |
| Spray pattern: | 270° orbital towards attachment (optional 360°) |
| Pressure range: | 1.5 – 3 bar |
| Flow rate: | 340 – 493 LPM (20.4 – 29.6 m³/h) |
| Insertion opening: | min. Ø 120 mm |
| Preferred mounting position: | arbitrary, preferably vertical |
| Weight: | approx. 3.5 KG |
| Materials: | Stainless Steel 316L (1.4404), C.PTFE, PTFE |
| Pipe connection: | 2″ female thread BSP (NPT) |
| Optional Pipe Connections: | 2″ cotter pin |
| Nozzle characteristics: | Different slot openings and drill-holes |
| Certificates: | 3.1, 2.2, ATEX, FDA Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 |
| Max. operating temperature: | 95°C (203°F) |
| Max. ambient temperature: | 140°C (284°F), 30 Min. |
| Operating recommendation: | It is recommended to install a filter/strainer (500 μm) in the CIP supply line to the tank cleaner to protect it from particle clogging or damage. |
Optimal Operation
The operating pressure range of the Torrent is 1.5 – 3 bar at the cleaning machine.
With a flow rate of 340 – 493 litres/minute, a wetting diameter of 8 – 11.6 metres is achieved.
The Torrent is a cleaning device with a revolutionary mode of operation and is structurally identical to the units of the Typhoon series. Instead of solid-jet nozzles, the Torrent has slots and bores in the nozzle disc and the nozzle head. As a result, the liquid does not exit in concentrated jets but in flat jets. Its cleaning behaviour therefore differs from that of conventional jet or orbital cleaners.
The even distribution of the liquid can be advantageous for special cleaning requirements and for warming up the tank interior or the tank walls; likewise, cooling can be achieved with cool liquid. Cleaning is possible for vessels up to 11.6 metres in diameter. The Torrent is driven by the cleaning medium at a pressure of only 1.5 to 3 bar. The rotation of the nozzle head is generated by a drive turbine. The unit is available with a 270° or 360° spray pattern. Operating the Torrent conserves resources and involves minimal wear and maintenance.
The Torrent meets the highest hygiene and safety standards and can be used both in Ex zones and in FDA applications. Over a long service life, this unit will prove to be a reliable partner for your cleaning tasks. Optionally, the cleaning process of a Torrent can be monitored permanently and non-invasively by SMW 100 or Vericlean. The Torrent is one of the newest and most effective developments on the cleaning technology market.
Torrent orbital cleaners are available in 2 connection variants. The Torrent is very compact and can be installed in any position in vessels or plants by means of a 2″ threaded connection or a 2″ cotter pin connection. It can also be used on a lance or suspended from a hose. Typical applications for this product are tanks and vessels in the brewing, beverage, dairy, food and pharmaceutical industries.
Threaded connection
Torrent standard units are equipped with a 2″ cylindrical female thread BSP (British Standard Pipe according to DIN ISO 228). Optionally, the unit is available with a 2″ tapered female thread NPT (National Pipe Taper, American pipe thread for self-sealing connections).
Cotter pin fastening
The Torrent is optionally available with a 2″ cotter pin connection. The cotter pin connection ensures dead-space-free mounting of the cleaning machine. Cotter pin versions have an approx. 15% higher flow rate.
Clamp fastening
The Torrent is optionally available with a 2″ clamp connection. A clamp connection ensures easy removal of the cleaning machine.
The Torrent is no longer available. The following variants serve as a reference for existing units only.
Torrent with 2″ threaded connection – discontinued
| Connection | Spray pattern | Type | Product code | Materials | EX | FDA | Article number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2″ BSP | 270° | Torrent-AF270-BSP | 316L/C-PTFE | ✔ | ✔ | 4660-4972-113 | |
| 2″ BSP | 270° | Torrent-F270-BSP | 316L/PTFE | ✔ | 4660-4972-114 | ||
| 2″ NPT | 270° | Torrent-AF270-NPT | 316L/C-PTFE | ✔ | ✔ | 4660-4972-115 | |
| 2″ NPT | 270° | Torrent-F270-NPT | 316L/PTFE | ✔ | 4660-4972-116 |
Torrent with 2″ cotter pin/PIN FIX connection – discontinued
| Connection | Spray pattern | Type | Product code | Materials | EX | FDA | Article number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2″ cotter pin/PIN FIX | 270° | Torrent-AF270-200PF | 316L/C-PTFE | ✔ | ✔ | 4660-4972-117 | |
| 2″ cotter pin/PIN FIX | 270° | Torrent-F270-200PF | 316L/PTFE | ✔ | 4660-4972-118 |
Cotter pin/PIN FIX versions have approx. 15% higher flow rates than the threaded versions.
All former versions were FDA compliant. The EX/ATEX version was only available with C-PTFE. 3.1 certificate was available for all versions.
Protective cage (co-rotating)
| Materials: | Stainless steel 1.4404 (316L), PTFE |
| Certificates: | FDA, 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP |
| Supply line: | Weld-on connection for 41 mm pipe or 1.5″ male thread BSP |
Weld nipple
| Materials: | Stainless steel 1.4404 (316L) |
| Certificates: | 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP |
| Supply line: | Weld-on end |
Stand
| Materials: | Stainless steel 1.4404 (316L), PTFE |
| Certificates: | 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP |
| Supply line: | on request |
Tank cleaning wagon
| Materials: | Stainless steel 316L (1.4404), PP (PTFE) |
| Certificates: | FDA, 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP |
| Supply line: | DN50 threaded socket DIN 11851 |
Installation lance
| Materials: | Stainless steel 1.4404 (316L), EPDM, FKM |
| Certificates: | 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP (2″ cotter pin) |
| Tank connection: | Flange on request |
| Sensor: | with/without SMW 100 |
Vericlean rotation counter
| Materials: | Stainless steel 316L (1.4404), PTFE |
| Certificates: | 3.1, 2.2 |
| Unit connection: | 2″ male BSP |
| Tank connection: | Flange on request |
| Sensor type: | IFM MFT200 |
| Monitoring: | The rotation speed of the cleaning machine is displayed permanently |
SMW 100 liquid sensor
| Materials: | 1.4305, PEEK |
| Connection type: | Weld-in socket |
| Function: | The surge of the sensor is displayed every 20 seconds |
Maintenance packages & tools
| Torrent C.PTFE (ATEX & FDA) | 4660-4972-888 |
| Torrent PTFE (FDA) | 4660-4973-888 |
| Toolkit: | 4660-4011-888 |
Data sheet TorrentThe data, technical data and information presented do not release the user from the obligation to check the suitability of the products supplied for the intended application. All information is without guarantee. (Status of: 21.10.2022-71427321893-1888948-71042)
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