Industrial Wiped Film Evaporator for Heat-Sensitive and High-Viscosity Materials

The WFE wiped film evaporator is a high-performance thin film evaporator designed for efficient separation, concentration, and purification of heat-sensitive and high-viscosity materials.

This advanced wiped film distillation equipment is widely used in pharmaceuticals, essential oil processing, fine chemicals, and the food industry, ensuring high product quality and minimal thermal degradation.


Why Choose Our WFE Wiped Film Evaporator?

Our wiped film evaporator combines vacuum distillation with thin film technology to deliver superior performance:

  • Short residence time to protect heat-sensitive compounds
  • High evaporation efficiency with thin film technology
  • Vacuum operation for low-temperature processing
  • Continuous operation for industrial-scale production
  • Suitable for high-viscosity and thermally sensitive materials

Working Principle of Thin Film Evaporator

In this vacuum wiped film evaporator, the material enters from the top and is evenly distributed onto the heated inner wall. A rotating film wiper system continuously spreads the material into a thin, uniform liquid film.

The thin film flows downward in a spiral motion, creating turbulence that enhances heat transfer and prevents fouling or scaling.

During this process:

  • Light components evaporate rapidly and move upward
  • Vapor passes through the vapor-liquid separator to the condenser
  • Condensed product is collected efficiently
  • Heavier components are discharged from the bottom

This design ensures efficient separation while maintaining product integrity.


Key Features of Wiped Film Evaporator

Thin Film Evaporation Technology

Creates a uniform liquid film for fast heat transfer and high evaporation rates.

Short Residence Time

Minimizes thermal exposure, making it ideal for sensitive materials.

Vacuum Distillation Operation

Allows low-temperature evaporation, preserving active ingredients.

Anti-Fouling Design

Rotating wiper prevents coking, scaling, and buildup on heating surfaces.

Continuous Industrial Operation

Ensures stable and efficient large-scale production.


Applications of WFE Wiped Film Evaporator

This wiped film evaporator is widely used in:

  • Pharmaceutical Industry: purification of active ingredients and intermediates
  • Essential Oils Processing: concentration and purification of volatile compounds
  • Fine Chemical Industry: solvent removal and high-boiling separation
  • Food Industry: refining oils, flavors, and nutritional extracts
  • Biotechnology: processing heat-sensitive biological materials

Technical Specifications

ModelHeat Area (m²)Agitator Motor (kW)
WFE-0.5m²0.51.1
WFE-1m²11.5
WFE-2m²23.0
WFE-3m²34.0
WFE-4m²45.5

System Composition (Optional)

The WFE wiped film evaporator system can be configured as a complete turnkey solution, including:

  • Feed tank and feed pump
  • Evaporation chamber and film wiper
  • Gas-liquid separator
  • Condenser and cooler
  • Condensate receiver and pump
  • Concentrate collection tank
  • Vacuum unit
  • Steam boiler or hot water heating system
  • Chiller or cooling tower
  • Electrical control cabinet

Benefits of Using a Wiped Film Evaporator

  • High efficiency and throughput
  • Preserves product quality and active compounds
  • Suitable for difficult materials (viscous, heat-sensitive)
  • Reduces fouling and maintenance
  • Flexible and customizable system design

Get a Quote for WFE Wiped Film Evaporator

Improve your production efficiency with a reliable wiped film evaporator. Whether for pharmaceutical, chemical, or food applications, our system delivers consistent, high-quality results.

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