Plate Heat Exchanger
Working Principle: The plate heat exchanger consists of a series of corrugated metal plates engineered for optimal heat transfer between two liquids. With four corner holes facilitating fluid movement, these plates are secured in a robust frame featuring a fixed plate and a movable pressing plate, all held in place with clamp bolts. The integrated gaskets ensure airtight seals, directing fluid flow alternately through designated passages to maximize heat exchange efficiency.
Design and Efficiency: The design of the heat exchanger is influenced by fluid flow characteristics, physical properties, pressure differentials, and temperature variations, dictating the number and size of the plates utilized. The unique corrugation not only enhances turbulence but also provides necessary support points to withstand pressure variances between different media.
Advanced Structural Features: Our gasketed plate heat exchanger is distinctively compact compared to traditional heat exchangers. It effectively operates at a minimal temperature differential of 0.5-1 °C, manufactured to withstand pressures of up to 30 Bar, and accommodates flow rates up to 4500 m³/h. The improved design promotes effective flow management, minimizing scaling and boosting the heat transfer coefficient to an impressive 8000 W/m²·K.
Versatile Working Conditions: We offer a variety of plate configurations, angles, groove depths, and arrangements to create a customizable plate heat exchanger tailored to specific operational demands. Features include a plate positioning system, single-sided flow design, and clearly marked clamping sizes, ensuring straightforward installation and maintenance. Our heat exchangers are available in different materials, including stainless steel and specialized alloys like titanium, catering to diverse industrial applications.
Economic Benefits: Manufactured utilizing high-precision molds, our plates feature uniform molding, enhancing structural integrity and longevity. Routine maintenance is simplified; the plates are easily accessible for cleaning, often achievable through counter-current techniques. The plug-free design minimizes operational costs and eases maintenance requirements, eliminating the need for specialized training.
Heat transfer capabilities, as well as pressure levels, can be fine-tuned through strategic plate combinations, ensuring optimal performance and reduced equipment investment. This leads to significant cost savings throughout the lifecycle of the unit due to its high heat transfer coefficient and ease of installation and upkeep.
Specifications and Compatibility: Our extensive range of plate heat exchanger models assures a reliable and economical solution for HVAC, refrigeration, and industrial processes.
Plate Material | Suitable Fluids |
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Stainless Steel (304/316/316L) | Water purification, river water, cooking oil, mineral oil |
Titanium (Ti/Ti-pd) | Seawater, salt water, brine |
254SMO | Dilute sulfuric acid, sparse salt solutions, inorganic solutions |
HASTELLOY (C276/D205/B2G) | Concentrated sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, nitric acid |
Nickel (Ni) | High-temperature, high-concentration caustic soda |
Alloy | Fluids requiring special alloys |
Seal Material | Operating Temperature | Suitable Fluids |
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NBR | -15 to +130 °C | Water, seawater, brine, mineral oil |
HNBR | -15 to +160 °C | High-temperature mineral oil, high-temperature water |
EPDM | -25 to +150 °C | Hot water, steam, acids, alkalis |
HEPDM | -25 to +180 °C | Hot water, steam, acids, alkalis |
Viton | -5 to +180 °C | Acids, alkalis, various fluids |
Frame Material | Interface Material |
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Standard: Carbon steel (spray painted) | Standard: Stainless steel bushing |
Special: Stainless steel | Special: Alloy steel, Hastelloy, titanium |
Solid stainless steel | Nitrile rubber, EPDM rubber |
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