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=Description=
 
=Description=
Used to separate [[Gas|gasses]] from one [[Pipes|pipe]] network into another using [[Filter|filters]]. Can filter up to two (2) gases at once. [[Guide (Filtration)]] provides additional information regarding the function, construction, and operation of a Filtration unit.
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Used to separate [[Gas|gases]] from one [[Pipes|pipe]] network into another using [[Filter|filters]]. Can filter up to two (2) gases at once. [[Guide (Filtration)]] provides additional information regarding the function, construction, and operation of a Filtration unit.
  
 
=Usage=
 
=Usage=
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# '''Waste''' -  Remaining unfiltered gas from the input
 
# '''Waste''' -  Remaining unfiltered gas from the input
 
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Place the appropriate [[filter]](s) in the Filtration unit for the particular [[gas]] that your want to filter.
 
  
Be aware that the filtration unit unrealistically has an infinitely powerful pump integrated into its output port. That means as long as it is turned on and there is gas to filter out from the input it will pump that filtered out gas into the output pipe network (no matter how high the pressure in that output pipe network already is!). So eventually that pipe network will burst (around 60 MPa) unless you provide some sort of pop-off valve (e.g. a combination of a back-pressure regulator and a passive vent) or use a pipe analyzer and some logic to turn the filtration unit off when a certain amount of pressure is exceeded in the output pipe network.
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Place the appropriate [[filter]](s) in the Filtration unit for the particular [[gas]] that your want to filter.  Up to two filters can be placed into a filtration unit.  If these are different types of filters, both types of gas will be filtered simultaneously.  Placing two of the same type of filter in the unit does not increase filtration speed, it just provides redundancy for when one of the filters runs out.
The filtration system can handle an input gas flow of just over 2.3L from a volume pump.
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Be aware that the filtration unit unrealistically has an infinitely powerful pump integrated into its output port. That means as long as it is turned on and there is gas to filter out from the input, it will pump that filtered out gas into the output pipe network (no matter how high the pressure in that output pipe network already is!). So eventually that pipe network will burst (around 60 MPa) unless you provide some sort of pop-off valve (e.g. a combination of a back-pressure regulator and a passive vent), use a pipe analyzer and some logic to turn the filtration unit off when a certain amount of pressure is exceeded in the output pipe network, or use the onboard IC10 and a data connection to the output (tank or pipe analyzer) to disable the unit when it reaches a certain threshold. Note that on-board IC10 chips do not execute when the unit is turned off, so an '''on-board''' IC10 is only capable of turning the unit '''off''' if output pressure is too high, it is not capable of turning the unit back '''on''' once output pressure drops.
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As of patch [https://steamcommunity.com/app/544550/eventcomments/3812910660676171439 patch 0.2.4218.19726], the filtration system processing speed is based the pressure differential between the input and output.  The unit will output filtered gas equivalent to 10 L (one pipe segment) at a pressure equal to 1/40th of the partial pressure of the gas being filtered in the input.  As an example, if the input is at 10 MPa and is 20% nitrogen (so partial pressure of nitrogen is 2 MPa), a filtration unit with a nitrogen filter will output, per tick, an amount of nitrogen equivalent to 50 kPa (2 MPa / 40) in a 10 L volume (~0.205 moles at 20 C). Since the partial pressure difference between the input and output directly impacts the speed, pressurizing the input is beneficial, as is attaching the output to a single pipe segment followed by an active [[Pipe Volume Pump|Volume Pump]] set to maximum throughput (10 L/tick) to ensure the output is at minimum pressure.
  
 
=Characteristics=
 
=Characteristics=
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* It consumes 10W of [[Power]] per [[Tick]] when idle and 44W when active.
 
* It consumes 10W of [[Power]] per [[Tick]] when idle and 44W when active.
 
* It has a separate [[Power Port]] and [[Data Port]].
 
* It has a separate [[Power Port]] and [[Data Port]].
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* It has an on-board IC10 chip slot.
 
* It has a pipe port (labelled "Input") for the gas mixture from which the designated gas(es) '''will be''' filtered.
 
* It has a pipe port (labelled "Input") for the gas mixture from which the designated gas(es) '''will be''' filtered.
* It has a pipe port (labelled "Filtered") for the designated gas(es) that '''have been''' filtered. (This is in line with the input)
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* It has a pipe port (labelled "Filtered") for the designated gas(es) that '''have been''' filtered. (This is in line with and directly opposite of the input)
 
* It has a pipe port (labelled "Unfiltered") for any remaining unfiltered gases. (This is to the side)
 
* It has a pipe port (labelled "Unfiltered") for any remaining unfiltered gases. (This is to the side)
 
* It can filter up to 2 different gases at once by inserting two different filters.
 
* It can filter up to 2 different gases at once by inserting two different filters.

Revision as of 10:52, 16 August 2023


Filtration
Filtration.jpg
Operation
Power Usage 5w
Construction
Placed with Kit (Atmospherics)
Placed on Small Grid
Stage 1
Deconstruction
Deconstructed with Hand Drill
Item received Kit (Atmospherics)

Description

Used to separate gases from one pipe network into another using filters. Can filter up to two (2) gases at once. Guide (Filtration) provides additional information regarding the function, construction, and operation of a Filtration unit.

Usage

Once you have placed the Filtration Unit in your desired location, there are 3 separate connections that will need to be made:

  1. Input - Starting gas network that you want to filter from
  2. Output - Filtered gas
  3. Waste - Remaining unfiltered gas from the input


Place the appropriate filter(s) in the Filtration unit for the particular gas that your want to filter. Up to two filters can be placed into a filtration unit. If these are different types of filters, both types of gas will be filtered simultaneously. Placing two of the same type of filter in the unit does not increase filtration speed, it just provides redundancy for when one of the filters runs out.

Be aware that the filtration unit unrealistically has an infinitely powerful pump integrated into its output port. That means as long as it is turned on and there is gas to filter out from the input, it will pump that filtered out gas into the output pipe network (no matter how high the pressure in that output pipe network already is!). So eventually that pipe network will burst (around 60 MPa) unless you provide some sort of pop-off valve (e.g. a combination of a back-pressure regulator and a passive vent), use a pipe analyzer and some logic to turn the filtration unit off when a certain amount of pressure is exceeded in the output pipe network, or use the onboard IC10 and a data connection to the output (tank or pipe analyzer) to disable the unit when it reaches a certain threshold. Note that on-board IC10 chips do not execute when the unit is turned off, so an on-board IC10 is only capable of turning the unit off if output pressure is too high, it is not capable of turning the unit back on once output pressure drops.

As of patch patch 0.2.4218.19726, the filtration system processing speed is based the pressure differential between the input and output. The unit will output filtered gas equivalent to 10 L (one pipe segment) at a pressure equal to 1/40th of the partial pressure of the gas being filtered in the input. As an example, if the input is at 10 MPa and is 20% nitrogen (so partial pressure of nitrogen is 2 MPa), a filtration unit with a nitrogen filter will output, per tick, an amount of nitrogen equivalent to 50 kPa (2 MPa / 40) in a 10 L volume (~0.205 moles at 20 C). Since the partial pressure difference between the input and output directly impacts the speed, pressurizing the input is beneficial, as is attaching the output to a single pipe segment followed by an active Volume Pump set to maximum throughput (10 L/tick) to ensure the output is at minimum pressure.

Characteristics

  • It has a manual power switch.
  • It consumes 10W of Power per Tick when idle and 44W when active.
  • It has a separate Power Port and Data Port.
  • It has an on-board IC10 chip slot.
  • It has a pipe port (labelled "Input") for the gas mixture from which the designated gas(es) will be filtered.
  • It has a pipe port (labelled "Filtered") for the designated gas(es) that have been filtered. (This is in line with and directly opposite of the input)
  • It has a pipe port (labelled "Unfiltered") for any remaining unfiltered gases. (This is to the side)
  • It can filter up to 2 different gases at once by inserting two different filters.

Note: When using an I/O slot reader chip, the filter slots are labeled as slot 1, slot 2 and slot 3(IC), with 1 being the slot closer to the inlet. When using an IC chip, the slots are labeled as slot 0, slot1 and slot 2(IC).

User Interface

A Filtration unit provides the following user interface:

Name Type Function
Filter (Right) Slot 0 Port for a gas filter. If gas of the same type is present in the incoming mixture, it will be redirected out the "Filtered" pipe port.
Filter (Left) Slot 1 Another Port for a gas filter that functions the same as its twin slot. May contain the same or a different filter.
v Slot 2 IC10 placed in filtration unit (has 2 Input/Outputs)
On Switch Switches Filtration unit between turned on or turned off. (On=1/Off=0)

Data Network Properties

These are all Data Network properties of this device.

Data Parameters

These are all parameters that can be written with a Logic Writer, Batch Writer, or Integrated Circuit (IC10).


Parameter Name Data Type Description
On Boolean Powers on the Filtration unit on when set to 1. Powers off when set to 0.
Open Boolean
Setting Integer
Lock Boolean
Mode Boolean 0: idle, 1: Active

Data Outputs

These are all parameters, that can be read with a Logic Reader or a Slot Reader. The outputs are listed in the order a Logic Reader's "VAR" setting cycles through them.

Output Name Data Type Description
Power Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit is turned on and receives power. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
Open Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit IC Slot cover is open or closed. (0 for closed, 1 for open)
Mode Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit is active or idle (0 for idle, 1 for Active)
Error Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit is flashing an error. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
Lock Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit is locked. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
Setting Integer
Maximum Integer
Ratio Float
On Boolean Returns whether the Filtration unit is turned on. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
RequiredPower Integer Returns the current amount of power in Watts required by the Filtration unit.
PressureInput Float Input pressure in kilopascals
TemperatureInput Float Input temperature in kelvin
RatioOxygenInput Float Percentage of Oxygen in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioCarbonDioxidenInput Float Percentage of Carbon Dioxide in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrogenInput Float Percentage of Nitrogen in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioPollutantInput Float Percentage of Pollutant in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioVolatilesInput Float Percentage of Volatiles in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioWaterInput Float Percentage of Water in input as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrousOxideInput Float Percentage of Nitrous Oxide in input as ratio between 0 and 1
TotalMolesInput Float Total quantity of gas in input measured in moles
PressureOutput Float Output pressure in kilopascals
TemperatureOutput Float Output temperature in kelvin
RatioOxygenOutput Float Percentage of Oxygen in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioCarbonDioxidenOutput Float Percentage of Carbon Dioxide in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrogenOutput Float Percentage of Nitrogen in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioPollutantOutput Float Percentage of Pollutant in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioVolatilesOutput Float Percentage of Volatiles in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioWaterOutput Float Percentage of Water in output as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrousOxideOutput Float Percentage of Nitrous Oxide in output as ratio between 0 and 1
TotalMolesOutput Float Total quantity of gas in output measured in moles
PressureOutput2 Float Waste pressure in kilopascals
TemperatureOutput2 Float Waste temperature in kelvin
RatioOxygenOutput2 Float Percentage of Oxygen in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioCarbonDioxidenOutput2 Float Percentage of Carbon Dioxide in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrogenOutput2 Float Percentage of Nitrogen in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioPollutantOutput2 Float Percentage of Pollutant in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioVolatilesOutput2 Float Percentage of Volatiles in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioWaterOutput2 Float Percentage of Water in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
RatioNitrousOxideOutput2 Float Percentage of Nitrous Oxide in waste as ratio between 0 and 1
TotalMolesOutput2 Float Total quantity of gas in waste measured in moles
CombustionInput Float
CombustionOutput Float
CombustionOutput2 Float

Slot Outputs

Slot 0 and 1 are the two gas filters. Slot 2 is the programmable chip

Output Name Data Type Description
Occupied Boolean Returns whether the slot is occupied. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
OccupantHash Integer Returns the hash of the object in the slot.
Quantity Integer Returns the current quantity, such as stack size, of the item in the slot.
Damage Integer Returns the damage state of the item in the slot.
Class Integer Returns an integer representing the class of object.
MaxQuanity Integer Returns max stack size of the item in the slot.
PrefabHash Integer Returns the hash of the structure in the slot.

See Also