The Choke is the discharge point of the solid
residual from the Press. The Cake at this point is under the highest
Pressure and is at its driest. This is therefore potentially a high wear
zone of the Press. Also the hot steamy environment is very hostile to
complex Mechanical systems.
The Secret to an effective Choke is a simple system
that needs a minimum of adjustment.
Check Points:
Is the Choke Long enough to form a Good Cake?
How easily can the Cake Cutters be Changed?
How well will it stand up to the high pressures and the hot, dirty
and steamy environment?