3.52 kW Coaxial Water Condenser

for refrigeration systems

Description:

A coaxial water condenser. This is a type of heat exchanger used in refrigeration systems, where it operates on the principle of condensation, a process by which a gas changes from a gaseous to a liquid state, releasing heat. Coaxial condensers are favored for their thermal exchange efficiency and are used when space is limited, as their coaxial design allows for a reduced footprint compared to other types of condensers. The coaxial water condenser works by utilizing the principle of heat exchange between two fluids flowing in opposite directions within a coaxial tube. This tube consists of two concentric conduits: an inner and an outer. The fluid to be cooled (e.g., the gaseous refrigerant of a refrigeration system) flows in the inner tube, and the other fluid flows in the outer tube, while water, which serves as the cooling fluid, flows in the annular space between the two tubes. During the condensation process, heat is transferred from the refrigerant to the water, causing the refrigerant to condense from a gaseous to a liquid state. This heat exchange is optimized by the large contact surface between the two fluids and the opposite flow direction, which maximizes the thermal gradient and thus heat transfer. The main advantage of a coaxial condenser is its compactness and thermal exchange efficiency, making it ideal for applications where space is limited and high cooling capacity is required. Furthermore, the use of water as a cooling fluid can be more practical and sustainable in certain situations, especially when cooling water is readily available. Specifications: Refrigerant: 12.70 g 9.52 mm | 1/2′ – 3/8′;

Product code: SR-BA-012-H