Baffle Elements and Static Mixers Including Baffles Elements

Abstract

Static mixers include: (i) a base member having a perimeter wall that defines an open interior space; and (ii) at least one baffle section located within the open interior space. The baffle section(s) may include a surface that extends between an outer perimeter side or outer perimeter region and an inner edge or inner region. The outer perimeter side or outer perimeter region defines at least one outer perimeter fluid passageway or perimeter open space that allows fluid flow through the static mixer. In some examples, the inner region of the baffle section may be angled forward from the outer perimeter region in the direction of fluid flow through the mixer. Additionally, in some examples, the static mixer may include two baffle sections, e.g., baffle sections that are spaced apart and/or mirror images of one another.

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