HyPak (High Flow Ring): Maximum Capacity for Large Diameter Towers
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Figure 1: The distinctive flower-web design of HyPak maximizes void fraction.
HyPak (High Flow Ring): Maximum Capacity for Large Diameter Towers
When your bottleneck is vapor handling capacity rather than separation efficiency, HyPak (High Flow Ring) is the ultimate solution. Featuring a unique double-shear, flower-shaped internal web, HyPak creates highly efficient flow channels that minimize resistance. It delivers the lowest pressure drop of any random packing, making it essential for atmospheric crude columns, quench towers, and debottlenecking revamps.
This guide explains how to specify and install HyPak to achieve maximum throughput without flooding.
Part 1: HyPak vs. Metal Pall Ring
Choosing between HyPak and Pall Rings depends on your capacity requirements. Here is the performance showdown:
Performance & Property Comparison
Feature
HyPak (High Flow Ring)
Metal Pall Ring
Best Application
Capacity (Throughput)
Very High (+20%)
High
HyPak for revamps
Pressure Drop
Ultra Low
Low
HyPak for vacuum
Fouling Resistance
Excellent
Good
HyPak for dirty feeds
Part 2: 3 Engineering Traps with HyPak
Trap 1: Overlooking Wall Flow in Large Towers
HyPak is often used in towers over 2 meters in diameter. At this scale, wall flow becomes significant. Do not rely solely on the packing for mixing. Install liquid redistribution pans or chimneys every 5-6 meters of packed height.
Trap 2: Incompatible Material Selection for High Temp
In quench towers, temperatures can fluctuate rapidly. Carbon steel HyPak may experience oxidation and weakening. For services above 400°C, upgrade to stainless steel 304 or 410 to prevent structural failure of the thin webs.
Trap 3: Improper Loading Height
Because HyPak has such low resistance, a very deep bed can sometimes lead to maldistribution if not supported properly. Ensure the support plate has at least 70% open area to match the packing's low-pressure-drop characteristics.
Part 3: HyPak Selection Guide
Size Selection: 50mm and 90mm are standard for large towers. Use 25mm only if the tower diameter is small (<500mm).
Alloy Selection: For refinery FCCU scrubbers, 410 Stainless Steel is common. For amine treating, use 304L to prevent stress corrosion cracking.
Void Fraction Check: Verify the packing's void fraction matches your hydraulic calculations; HyPak typically offers >95% void space.
Installation Method: Use a fabric chute. Dropping rings from height can damage the thin internal webs, reducing mechanical strength.
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✅ Lowest Pressure Drop ✅ High Capacity ✅ Anti-Fouling Design
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