This Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, model G16406S, is a reliable and efficient heat transfer device designed for steam to liquid applications. With a nominal shell diameter of 16 inches, this heat exchanger features four tube passes and a tube bundle length of 36 inches. The tubes are made of high-quality 304 stainless steel, measuring 3/4 inch in outer diameter with a wall thickness of .049 inch. These tubes are constructed according to SA249 TP304 standards and have an 18-gauge thickness. The connection type is channel-flanged without a cover, ensuring secure and easy installation. The tube plate material is grooved 304 stainless steel, providing excellent heat transfer capabilities. The separators are made of durable steel material. This heat exchanger has a working pressure of 150 psi, making it suitable for various industrial applications requiring efficient heat transfer between steam and liquid mediums.
Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers Overview
Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers are equipment used in HVAC systems and various industrial applications for the purpose of transferring heat between two fluids. These exchangers are composed of a large outer shell and an inner tube bundle. The arrangement allows one fluid to flow through the tubes while a second fluid circulates outside the tubes but within the shell. As they pass each other, heat exchange occurs, with the fluid inside the tubes either gaining or losing heat from the fluid in the shell. Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers are noted for their durable construction, effectiveness in heat transfer, and ease of maintenance, including the straightforward process of replacing the tube bundle.
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