FIXED TUBE SHEET HEAT EXCHANGERS
Fixed Tube Heat Exchangers are a type of shell and tube heat exchanger where the tube bundle is fixed at both ends to tube sheets within the shell. This design ensures that the tubes remain stationary relative to the shell, maintaining their position during thermal expansion and contraction cycles. Fixed tube sheet are commonly used in industrial applications where one fluid passes through the tubes while the other flows through the shell around the tubes. They are known for their robust construction, simple design, and reliability in applications requiring efficient heat transfer and durability.
FUNCTIONS ON FIXED TUBE HEAT EXCHANGER
- Heat Transfer: Facilitates efficient transfer of heat between two fluids—one flowing through the tubes and the other through the shell.
- Temperature Control: Maintains desired temperatures in industrial processes by either heating or cooling one of the fluids.
- Heat Recovery: Recycles waste heat from one fluid stream to preheat or heat another fluid, enhancing overall energy efficiency.
- Condensation and Evaporation: Supports processes where vapors need to be condensed into liquids or liquids evaporated into vapors.
- Cooling and Heating: Used in systems requiring precise cooling or heating, such as in HVAC applications or industrial equipment.
- Fluid Separation: Can be used for phase change applications where separating mixtures of fluids based on boiling points is necessary.
SPECIALIZATION TABLE
| DRAUGHT TYPE / SHAPE | FLOW TYPE | MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION | CAPACITY (TR) | FILL TYPE | DRIVE TYPE | SPECIALIZATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Induced / Rectangular | Counter Flow | Stainless Steel | 50 – 1000 | Not Applicable | Gear Drive | Corrosion Resistance, High Capacity |
| Forced / Round | Cross Flow | Carbon Steel | 10 – 500 | Not Applicable | Direct Drive | Economical, General Purpose |
| Induced / Square | Parallel Flow | Titanium | 20 – 300 | Not Applicable | Belt Drive | High Corrosion Resistance |
ADVANTAGES
- Reliability and Durability:
- Fixed tube sheet heat exchanger are known for their robust construction, which contributes to their durability and long operational life.
- Suitability for High Temperature and Pressure Applications:
- These heat exchangers are well-suited for applications involving high temperatures and pressures.
- Prevents Fluid Contamination:
- The fixed tube sheet configuration ensures that the two fluid streams .
- Ease of Maintenance:
- Maintenance of fixed tube sheet heat exchanger is relatively straightforward due to their simple and accessible design.
TYPES OF FIXED TUBE SHEET
- Stainless Steel Fixed Tube Sheet Heat Exchanger
- Titanium Fixed Tube Sheet Heat Exchanger
- Alloy Fixed Tube Sheet Heat Exchanger
- Single-Pass Fixed Tube Sheet Heat Exchanger