Plate Heat Exchanger

PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER

Plate heat exchangers are a type of heat exchanger that uses thin, corrugated plates stacked together to transfer heat between fluids. This design offers a large surface area and is commonly used in various industries for efficient heat transfer, especially when space is limited.

Application:

HVAC systems
Food and beverage processing
Chemical and pharmaceutical industries
Marine cooling
Power generation

Key Features:

High thermal efficiency
Compact and space-saving design
Easy to clean and maintain
Low fluid hold-up
Flexibility in capacity scaling
Suitable for both high and low-pressure applications

Benefits:

Effective heat transfer
Reduced footprint due to compact design
Low maintenance costs
Energy-efficient operation
Wide range of applications

Gasketed Plate and Frame Heat Exchangers

Gasketed plate and frame heat exchangers are a type of heat exchanger that uses a series of plates and gaskets to transfer heat between two fluids. This design provides a high heat transfer efficiency, compact design, and easy maintenance, making it ideal for various industries.

Brazed Plate Type Heat Exchangers

Brazed plate type heat exchangers are a type of plate heat exchanger where the plates are brazed together using a strong, leak-tight joint. This design provides a compact, rugged, and reliable heat transfer solution for various industries.

Pillow Plates Heat exchangers

Pillow plate heat exchangers consist of two thin metal plates welded together with a pattern of channels between them for fluid flow. This design offers a lightweight and efficient solution for heat transfer in applications like cooling, heating, or condensation across various industries.

Specifications

Component	General Application	Special Application
Plates	Stainless steel, Titanium	Hastelloy, Nickel alloys
Gaskets	NBR (Nitrile rubber), EPDM	Viton, PTFE (Teflon)
Frame	Carbon steel, Stainless steel	Stainless steel, Special alloys
Nozzles	Stainless steel, Carbon steel	Titanium, Special alloys

FAQ's

A plate type heat exchanger is a device that uses thin, corrugated plates to transfer heat between two fluids. The fluids flow through alternating channels formed by the plates, allowing for efficient heat exchange. The large surface area of the plates facilitates rapid and efficient heat transfer.

Plate type heat exchangers are typically constructed from materials such as stainless steel, titanium, and other high-grade alloys. These materials are chosen for their excellent thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability.

Maintenance for plate type heat exchangers involves regular cleaning to remove any fouling or deposits on the plates. The modular design allows for easy disassembly, inspection, and cleaning of individual plates. Periodic checks for leaks and ensuring the gaskets are in good condition are also important maintenance tasks.

Plate type heat exchangers are commonly used in a variety of applications including HVAC systems, refrigeration, chemical processing, power generation, and the food and beverage industry. They are ideal for any process requiring efficient heat transfer in a compact space.

Plate Heat Exchanger