SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator
SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator
SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator

SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator

Dual-Stage Energy Saving | 40% Lower Operating Costs | Industrial-Scale High-Density Extraction


The SJN Series is a high-efficiency, energy-saving Double-effect Vacuum Evaporator designed for the concentration of herbal extracts and liquid materials. By utilizing a dual-stage simultaneous evaporation process with negative pressure and external heating natural circulation, this unit maximizes thermal efficiency. All contact parts are manufactured from premium stainless steel, with high-performance insulation layers on the heaters and chambers. The surfaces are finished with mirror or matte polishing, fully complying with CGMP pharmaceutical standards.

SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator

SJN Series Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator

Core Value Propositions


  • Superior Energy ROI: Slashes steam, water, and electricity consumption by approximately 40%. For large-scale operations, the energy savings often allow the equipment to pay for itself within 12 months.
  • Rapid High-Density Concentration: External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator utilizes negative pressure and natural circulation to accelerate evaporation. Easily achieves high-gravity specific gravity (1.2–1.35) for viscous herbal extracts.
  • Tiered Energy Utilization: Reuses secondary steam from the first effect as the heat source for the second effect, maximizing thermal efficiency and reducing factory utility overhead.
  • Multifunctional Production: Supports continuous feeding, intermittent processing, and flexible “Ointment Collection” by transferring materials between stages to reach precise density targets.

Primary Application Scenarios


Large-Scale Pharmaceutical Production: The primary choice for concentrating herbal extracts, oral liquids, and antibiotic solutions at low temperatures.

Food & Fermentation Industries: Efficiently dehydrates glucose, starch, MSG, dairy, and natural food additives while preserving flavor profiles.

Chemical Solvent Recycling: Double-Effect Vacuum Evaporator optimized for the high-volume recovery of industrial ethanol and the concentration of heat-sensitive chemical solutions.

Standardized Extraction Workshops: Designed for facilities requiring a stable, high-output production line with minimal manual intervention.

Solutions to Critical Technical Challenges


  • Drastically Reducing Utility Costs: Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator solves the problem of high steam and water waste found in standard evaporators by recycling thermal energy across two stages.
  • Protecting Heat-Sensitive Active Ingredients: High-vacuum operation lowers the boiling point, ensuring that delicate medicinal compounds and nutritional ingredients are not damaged by heat.
  • Processing Viscous Materials: The external heating natural circulation prevents “dead zones” in the fluid, ensuring smooth processing even as the material thickens into an ointment.
  • Minimizing Solvent Environmental Impact: The high-efficiency condensation system prevents expensive solvent vapors from escaping, protecting the environment and reducing raw material costs.
ModelSJNII500SJNII1000SJNII1500SJNII2000SJNII3000
Vacuum Chamber Volume (m³)11.522.53
Receiver Tank Volume (m³)0.30.50.81.01.2
Recovered Alcohol Concentration (%)8585858585
Maximum Evaporation Rate (kg/h)5001000150020003000
Vapor Pressure (MPa)0.03-0.090.03-0.090.03-0.090.03-0.090.03-0.09
Steam Consumption (kg/h)25050075010001500
Water Consumption (t/h)510151525
Auxiliary Heater Heating Area (m²)810162228
Second Effect Secondary Condensation Area (m²)1620263238
Steam Port (mm)4050506580
Cooling Water Port (mm)5050656565
Overall Dimensions (mm)4000x1500x33005000x1600x35006000x1600x37006500x1700x43007500x2000x4500
Evaporation Temperature (°C)I80-9080-9080-9080-9080-90
II45-7045-7045-7045-7045-70
Design Pressure (MPa)0.090.090.090.090.09
Vacuum Level (MPa)I0.040.040.040.040.04
II0.060.060.060.060.06
Concentration Ratio1.1-1.31.1-1.31.1-1.31.1-1.31.1-1.3

Frequently Asked Questions


Answer: The Double-Effect External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator is engineered to maximize thermal efficiency through a dual-stage heat recycling process. In this configuration, the secondary steam generated from the evaporation in the first-effect heater is not wasted; instead, it is directed into the heating chamber of the second-effect heater. Because the second stage operates at a higher vacuum level (and thus a lower boiling point), the waste heat from the first stage is sufficient to drive the evaporation process again. This “Master” level of energy management typically reduces steam consumption by nearly 50% compared to single-effect units, making it an excellent choice for high-capacity industrial lines.

Answer: In our External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator, the liquid material moves through an external heating chamber and then flashes into the evaporation separator at high speed. This separation of heating and evaporation zones ensures that the material spends very little time in the high-temperature region. This rapid, one-way circulation prevents “dead spots” and localized overheating, which is the best way to maintain the biological activity, natural color, and aromatic integrity of pharmaceutical extracts, fruit juices, or dairy products. This elite design prevents thermal degradation and ensures a perfect final concentrate.

Answer: The high-velocity flow within the Double-Effect Vacuum Evaporator creates a natural “scouring” effect inside the tubes of the heat exchanger. Because the material is driven by the density difference and vacuum suction, it maintains a turbulent flow that inhibits the formation of scale or material buildup on the 304SS surfaces. This reliable self-cleaning characteristic allows for longer production runs between maintenance cycles. For laboratories or factories handling thick herbal extracts or chemical solutions, this sturdy construction ensures absolute consistency in heat transfer efficiency throughout the entire batch.

Answer: By maintaining a stable high-vacuum environment, the External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator lowers the boiling point of the liquid to as low as 45°C to 60°C. This low-temperature boiling is perfect for preventing the oxidation and caramelization of sugars and proteins. Furthermore, the increased temperature difference between the heating steam and the low-boiling-point liquid accelerates the evaporation rate, leading to an extraordinary increase in hourly output. Our expert engineering team integrates high-precision vacuum gauges and control valves to ensure that the pressure remains constant, providing a successful and safe environment for sensitive chemical reactions.

Answer: The External Circulation Vacuum Evaporator system is equipped with a high-capacity shell-and-tube condenser that processes vapors from both effects. As the solvent vapor is drawn into the condenser, it comes into contact with a large surface area of cooling tubes, rapidly reverting into a liquid state for collection in the recovery tank. This advanced recovery system typically achieves a solvent return rate of over 95%. This high efficiency not only reduces the cost of raw materials but also ensures that volatile organic compounds are contained, meeting the absolute environmental standards required for modern pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing.

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