Product Description
A finned tube heat exchanger is a type of heat exchanger that utilizes extended surface area, in the form of fins, to enhance heat transfer between fluids. These heat exchangers are commonly used in various industries, including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), chemical processing, power generation, and oil refining.
Here are the key components and features of a finned tube heat exchanger H P ENGINEERING manufacture and supply :
Tubes:
- The primary heat transfer elements are the tubes through which one fluid flows while exchanging heat with another fluid.
- These tubes can be straight or coiled, depending on the application.
Fins:
- Fins are extended surfaces attached to the outer surface of the tubes. They significantly increase the heat transfer surface area, allowing for more efficient heat exchange.
- The fins can be either integral (formed from the tube material) or external (attached to the tube surface)
Fluids:
- Finned tube heat exchangers involve the flow of two fluids—one inside the tubes (tube-side fluid) and the other outside the tubes (shell-side fluid).
- The fluids can be gases or liquids, and they can have different thermal properties and temperatures.
Types of Finned Tube Heat Exchangers:
- Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers : The tubes are enclosed within a shell, and the shell-side fluid flows over the external surface of the tubes.
- Air Cooled Heat Exchangers : Fins are exposed to ambient air, and heat is dissipated through natural or forced convection.
- Plate Fin Heat Exchangers : Flat plates with fins are arranged to form a stack, providing a compact and efficient heat exchange solution.
Applications:
- Our Finned tube heat exchangers are used in various industries for applications such as heating, cooling, condensation, and evaporation.
- Common applications of our exchangers include air conditioning systems, refrigeration, power plants, petrochemical processes, and more
Advantages:
- Increased heat transfer efficiency due to extended surface area.
- Compact design allows for space efficiency.
- Suitable for a wide range of temperatures and pressures.