WATER COOLED CHILLERS
Water Cooled Chillers are refrigeration systems that use water as a cooling medium to transfer heat away from the refrigerant. They are widely used in large-scale industrial and commercial applications where high cooling capacity and efficiency are required. Key components include compressors, condensers that transfer heat to water, cooling towers for heat dissipation, evaporators for absorbing heat from process fluids, and expansion valves to regulate refrigerant flow. These systems are known for their effectiveness in managing high cooling loads but require additional infrastructure for water circulation and cooling tower operation compared to air-cooled alternatives.
SPECIFICATIONS ON CHILLERS
| DRAUGHT TYPE/ SHAPE | FLOW TYPE | MOC (Material of Construction) | CAPACITY (TR) | FILL TYPE | DRIVE TYPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Induced / Rectangular | Counter Flow | Stainless Steel | 50 – 600 | Film Fills | Direct |
| Forced / Oval | Cross Flow | Copper Alloy | 40 – 500 | Cellular Fills | Belt Drive |
| Induced / Square | Parallel Flow | Titanium | 100 – 1200 | Splash Fills | Gear Drive |
| Forced / Round | Counter Flow | Carbon Steel | 80 – 800 | Honeycomb Fills | Direct |
| Induced / Circular | Cross Flow | Brass | 70 – 700 | Film Fills | Belt Drive |
PERFORMANCE ON WATER COOLED CHILLERS
- Efficiency: Water-cooled chillers generally operate with higher efficiency compared to air-cooled counterparts. This efficiency is primarily due to the superior heat transfer properties of water compared to air.
- Capacity: These chillers are capable of handling larger cooling capacities than air-cooled units. This makes them suitable for applications with substantial cooling requirements, such as large manufacturing plants, data centers, and commercial buildings.
- Reliability: Water-cooled systems tend to be more reliable in maintaining consistent cooling performance because they operate within a closed-loop system. This reduces the impact of external environmental factors, such as ambient temperature fluctuations, on their efficiency.
- Environmental Conditions: These chillers are less affected by ambient air temperature variations compared to air-cooled units. They can maintain efficient operation even in hot climates, where air-cooled systems may struggle to dissipate heat effectively.
ADVANTAGES ON WATER COOLED CHILLER
- Energy Efficiency: The superior heat transfer efficiency of water-cooled chillers results in lower energy consumption and operating costs compared to air-cooled systems. This efficiency is especially advantageous in applications with high cooling loads and continuous operation.
- High Cooling Capacity: These chillers can efficiently handle large cooling capacities, making them suitable for industrial processes, large commercial buildings, and facilities with substantial cooling requirements.
- Environmental Impact: Water-cooled chillers can contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to air-cooled systems, primarily because they consume less electricity due to higher efficiency.
- Reliability and Consistency: They offer reliable and consistent cooling performance, maintaining stable process temperatures and ensuring operational continuity even under varying environmental conditions.