This Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, model G12420L, is a heater-style heat exchanger designed for liquid to liquid heat transfer. It features a double wall construction with a nominal shell diameter of 12 inches. With four tube passes and a tube bundle length of 120 inches, this heat exchanger offers efficient heat transfer capabilities. The tubes are made of double wall copper with a smooth finish and have a diameter of 3/4" OD (outer diameter). The tube plates on the shell side are made of type 304 stainless steel, ensuring durability and corrosion resistance. The heat exchanger is equipped with steel separators for effective separation of the working fluids. It has a connection type of channel-flanged without cover, making it easy to install and maintain. With a working pressure rating of 150 psi (pounds per square inch), this Taco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger provides reliable performance in various applications requiring liquid to liquid heat transfer.
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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