This Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, model E18216S, is a single-heat exchanger designed for steam to liquid heat transfer applications. With a nominal shell diameter of 18 inches, it features two tube passes and a tube bundle length of 96 inches. The tubes are made of 304 stainless steel, measuring 3/4 inch in outer diameter with a wall thickness of .049 inches. These tubes are constructed using SA249 TP304 material and have an 18-gauge thickness. The connection type is channel-flanged without a cover, while the tube plate is made of grooved steel for enhanced performance. The separators in this heat exchanger are made of steel. The working pressure for this product is rated at 150 psi.
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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