Heat Exchanger Types:
Shell-and-tube heat exchangers
– Baffle types
– Segmental baffles
– Double segmental baffles
– No-tube-in-window (NTIW) baffles
– Helical baffles
– Rod baffles
Tube Enhancements
– Twisted tubes
– Tubes inserts (twisted tapes, Cal Gavin)
– Low finned tubes
2) Compact Type Heat Exchanger
– Plate & frame heat exchanger (gasketed, sem-welded, welded)
– Printed circuits
– Blazed plate & frame
– Plate-in heat exchanger
3) Air-cooled Heat Exchanger
Tips for choosing the right heat exchanger for any given application:
- Comprehensively analyze the application’s design
- Measure the advantages of ambient cooling
- Consider consolidating thermal management needs
Criteria for Choosing the Best Material for Heat Exchangers
There are so many factors to consider while choosing materials for heat exchangers. One of such crucial materials is the heat exchanger tube. Finding the best tube for your requirement is imperative. You need to make a wise decision as the material helps the operation to be done effectively and efficiently.
Below are some criteria to take a look at before you choose materials for seamless pipes, heat exchanger tubes, finned tubes, hydraulic tubes, or alloy steel Seamless tubes in general.
- Temperature Range
- Corrosion Resistance
- Heat Transfer Characteristics
- Thermal efficiency
- Cleanability
- Durability
- Cost & availability
Heat exchangers are critical equipment for most industries today. However, many fail to use the correct equipment, the heat exchanger tube being the one. Tubes are the most underrated material but have a dominant impact on efficiency and results. It is evident to choose the notch tubes to notice the drastic impact on efficiency. You can increase the lifespan of tubes by cleaning and maintaining them regularly.