This Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, model G18408L, is a liquid to liquid heat exchanger designed for efficient heat transfer. With a nominal shell diameter of 18 inches, it features four tube passes and a tube bundle length of 48 inches. The tubes are made of Cu/Ni 90/10 material with a size of 3/4 ODx.035 Wall SB111-706 and a thickness of 20 gauges. The heat exchanger operates using a liquid to liquid heat transfer medium. It is equipped with channel-flanged connections without cover for easy installation and maintenance. The tube plate and separators are made of steel for durability and corrosion resistance. This heat exchanger has a working pressure rating of 150 psi, ensuring reliable performance in various applications.
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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