Can a screw conveyor transport liquids?

Screw conveyors are usually used for conveying solid and semi-solid materials, not liquids. The design and operating principles of screw conveyors are suitable for particles, powders, granular materials or materials with a certain degree of moisture, but for liquids, there are some limitations and challenges in the application of screw conveyors.

Liquids have problems with fluidity and leakage during conveying, which is different from the conveying method of solid materials. The spiral blades of screw conveyors usually cannot effectively control the flow of liquids, and are prone to leakage and overflow. In addition, the weight and fluidity of liquids may cause a large load on the structure and drive system of screw conveyors, and additional design and reinforcement may be required.

For applications that require the conveying of liquids, other types of equipment are usually selected, such as pumps, piping systems or specially designed conveyor belts. These devices can better meet the requirements of liquid conveying and provide better control and sealing performance to prevent leakage and contamination.

Therefore, if you need to convey liquids, it is recommended to choose equipment specially designed for liquid conveying and consult relevant engineers or suppliers to ensure that the equipment selected is suitable for your specific needs.