Dolphin DMB-013 manual-clean disc stack centrifuge system

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DMB-013 Manual-Clean Centrifuge | Dolphin Centrifuge

Dolphin DMB-013 manual-clean disc centrifuge: 13 GPM diesel, 19 GPM rated. Mid-range clarifier for turbine lube oil (3,000-7,000 HP) and diesel polishing.

DMB-013 Specifications

Parameter Value
Separation typeTwo-phase clarifier (liquid-liquid or liquid-solid)
Diesel throughput~13 GPM (13 cSt at operating temperature)
Rated throughput (water)~19 GPM
Cleaning methodManual (bowl disassembly required for solids removal)
Bowl constructionCarbon steel standard
Power supply460V / 3-phase / 60 Hz standard (other voltages available)

Throughput figures are for typical fluids at listed conditions. Actual capacity varies with feed viscosity, temperature, density difference, and solids loading.

DMB-013 Capacity by Application (GPM)

Application / Fluid Throughput (GPM)
Gas oil at 40°C~16 GPM
Diesel fuel (13 cSt)~13 GPM
Lube oil (R&O)~7 GPM
Lube oil (detergent)~6 GPM
Steam turbine oil~12 GPM

Is the DMB-013 right for your turbine or generator?

Our applications engineers can size the DMB-013 against your turbine HP rating and oil reservoir volume — and compare it against the DMB-007 and DMB-019 for best fit.

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Key Applications

Mid-Range Turbine Lube Oil

Turbine generators in the 3,000–7,000 HP range with lube oil reservoirs of 1,000–5,000 gallons. The DMB-013 handles bypass purification at 7–12 GPM on turbine oil, removing water and particulates continuously to protect bearings and maintain oil cleanliness.

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Mid-Size Generator Diesel Polishing

Standby generators and prime power units with larger fuel tanks requiring continuous polishing at 13–16 GPM. The DMB-013 maintains fuel quality and removes water contamination from diesel and gas oil storage systems at facilities where the DMB-007's 7 GPM is insufficient.

Industrial Hydraulic Systems

Large hydraulic systems on heavy presses, injection molding machines, and industrial equipment with oil reservoirs above 2,000 gallons. The DMB-013 handles bypass purification at 7 GPM on hydraulic oil, maintaining cleanliness and removing water ingress continuously.

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Quench & Heat Treatment Oil

Heat treatment and hardening quench oil accumulates scale, carbon, and water over time. The DMB-013 clarifies quench oil at 10–13 GPM, extending bath life and maintaining consistent quench characteristics for heat treaters and foundries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the throughput of the DMB-013?

The DMB-013 processes ~13 GPM of diesel, ~16 GPM of gas oil at 40°C, ~7 GPM of lube oil (R&O), and ~12 GPM of steam turbine oil. Rated at 19 GPM on water-viscosity fluid.

When should I choose the DMB-013 over DMB-007 or DMB-019?

Choose the DMB-013 when throughput is 10–15 GPM diesel — between the DMB-007 (7 GPM) and DMB-019 (19 GPM). For turbine lube oil, the DMB-013 suits 3,000–7,000 HP turbine systems at 7 GPM R&O throughput.

What applications is the DMB-013 best suited for?

Mid-range turbine lube oil (3,000–7,000 HP), diesel polishing on mid-size generators, industrial hydraulic oil maintenance, and quench oil clarification at 10–15 GPM where self-cleaning operation is not required.

What power supply does the DMB-013 require?

The DMB-013 uses 460V / 3-phase / 60 Hz as standard. Other voltages and frequencies are available for international installations. Contact Dolphin Centrifuge to confirm the right electrical configuration for your facility.

Can the DMB-013 replace multiple DMB-007 units?

Yes. A single DMB-013 (13 GPM diesel) can often replace two DMB-007 units (7 GPM each), with lower capital cost, simpler maintenance, and a smaller footprint. When you need more throughput still, the DMPX-028 self-cleaning model at 20–26 GPM is the next step up with full automation. Contact us for a specific comparison.

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