Electrolytic biocide generation unit with flow transition detection

By using an electrolysis device and a flow sensor to detect flow changes, a control system dynamically adjusts the generation of biocide, solving the problems of blockage and inefficiency caused by biofouling in water systems and achieving efficient and safe biocide production.

CN116234744BActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19ELECTROSEA LLC

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ELECTROSEA LLC
Filing Date
2021-08-27
Publication Date
2026-06-19

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Technical Problem

Biofouling in water systems leads to blockages and equipment inefficiency. Existing acid cleaning methods are expensive and dangerous, necessitating more effective biocidal generation systems.

Method used

An electrolysis device is used to generate biocides in situ in the water system, and the flow change is detected by a flow sensor and a control system to dynamically adjust the generation of biocides and prevent excessive generation.

Benefits of technology

It effectively inhibits biofouling, ensures efficient equipment operation, reduces downtime, and avoids the dangers and high costs of chemical cleaning.

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Abstract

This disclosure relates to a biocide generating apparatus for discharging a biocide into a water system. The biocide generating apparatus includes a housing having a water inlet and a water outlet. The water inlet is for receiving water from the water system, and the water outlet is for discharging water containing the biocide into the water system. The biocide generating apparatus also includes an electrode assembly and an electrical circuit. The electrode assembly has a first electrode and a second electrode positioned within the housing for generating the biocide in the water within the housing. The electrical circuit is used to establish a current flow between the first and second electrodes of the electrode assembly for generating the biocide in the water within a first chamber electrolytic cell. A flow sensor, such as an ultrasonic flow sensor, is provided for sensing the water flow through the housing.
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