Implementation of the extraction method for the separation of Fe3+ and Ni2+ ions on cascade of mixing-settling extractors
Abstract Extraction processes are one of the most efficient methods of purification and separation of compounds. However, laboratory-developed methods commonly are not a complete technique that can be applied to the real manufacturing process with its extraction equipment. The extraction method for the separation of Fe3+ and Ni2+ ions using hydrochloric acid solution on a cascade of mixing-settling extractors has been determined. The extraction scheme chosen provides high efficiency of a cascade by using liquid pseudomembranes (LPM). Besides its extraction scheme simplicity, the LPM method is more economically beneficial compared to classical extraction methods. The process includes stages of Fe3+ ions extraction into the feed, followed by reextraction into the water and the feed purification for reusing it later on. The consumption of solvents and the stirring speed for the stable and efficient cascade work have been optimized. The described process is a complete technological solution for recycling processed battery waste.
