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Stainless Steel Shell And Tube Heat Exchanger
The Stainless Steel Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger features a precision-engineered bundle of stainless steel tubes enclosed within a heavy-duty cylindrical shell.
The Stainless Steel Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger features a precision-engineered bundle of stainless steel tubes enclosed within a heavy-duty cylindrical shell. Designed for high-flow, high-pressure, and high-fouling industrial processes, it delivers robust, reliable thermal transfer in chemical processing, power plants, oil refining, steam heating, and large-scale HVAC loops.
Technical Parameters & Compliance
Item
Specification Range
Google EEAT & Buyer Verification
Tube/Shell Material
SUS304 / SUS316L / Dual-Phase Steel
Full material traceability for high corrosion zones
Tube Type
Bare Smooth Tubes / Enhanced Corrugated Tubes
Optimized for fluid velocity vs. heat flux
Design Pressure
Shell: Up to 60+ bar | Tube: Up to 100+ bar
Handles extreme industrial hydraulic pressures
Test Pressure
1.5x Design Pressure (Up to 150+ bar)
100% hydraulic/pneumatic pressure validated
Operating Temp.
-196°C to +550°C
Cryogenic to superheated steam limits
Flow Configurations
Single-pass / Multi-pass (U-Tube, Straight)
Engineered to optimize pressure drop ($\Delta P$)
Certificates
ASME (U/U2), National Board, AD2000
100% compliant with Western pressure vessel regulations
Inspection
100% Radiographic / Leak Testing
X-ray weld inspection ensures zero risk of inter-shell leakage
Core Technical Advantages (Why Industrial Sourcing Managers Choose Us)
Extreme Thermal & Pressure Limits: Unlike brazed alternatives, the heavy-gauge welded shell-and-tube design withstands severe thermal shocks up to 550°C and pressures exceeding 100 bar without risk of mechanical deformation.
Superior Fouling Management: Wide, open flow channels accommodate high-viscosity fluids, slurry, wastewater, and unrefined oils, preventing the rapid clogging common in narrow plate geometries.
Easy Maintenance & Serviceability: Available with removable tube bundles or clean-out headers, allowing fast mechanical cleaning, hydro-blasting, or single-tube plugging to minimize plant downtime.
Certified Manufacturing & Quality Control
Strict ASME & AD2000 Compliance: Designed, manufactured, and officially stamped under strict ASME Sec VIII Div 1 (U & U2) and European PED regulations for safety-critical pressure vessels.
ISO 3834-2 Fusion Welding: Utilizing automated TIG/orbital welding systems for tube-to-tubesheet joints, guaranteeing structurally sound seals capable of resisting continuous industrial thermal stress.
100% Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Tube bundles undergo mandatory X-ray radiographic weld inspection and high-pressure hydraulic tests to completely rule out cross-contamination between the tube and shell sides.
OEM/ODM & Engineering Support
HTRI-Verified Thermodynamic Selection: Custom computer sizing via advanced thermal design software to determine accurate surface area, baffle spacing, tube pitch, and multi-pass layouts.
Tailored Material Matching: Upgrade tube or shell materials to Duplex Stainless Steel (e.g., 2205) or Titanium for high-salinity seawater or extremely aggressive chemical acids.
Industrial Structural Customization: Flexible design adjustments including variable mounting saddle configurations, expansion joints, and customized ANSI/DIN flange classes.
FAQ
Q: In what scenarios should we choose a shell-and-tube exchanger over a brazed plate type?
A: Specify shell-and-tube when dealing with steam applications, high operating temperatures above 200°C, pressures above 45 bar, or when fluids contain solid suspended particulates, high-viscosity oils, or chemical contaminants that require regular mechanical flushing and manual cleaning.
Q: How does your facility prevent tube-to-tubesheet leakage under continuous thermal expansion?
A: We utilize a dual-fixation method: tubes are hydraulically expanded into the tubesheet grooving to eliminate gap tolerances, followed by automated ISO 3834-2 certified TIG seal welding. For extreme temperature deltas, we integrate an expansion joint into the shell or design a floating head / U-tube configuration to absorb thermal contraction and expansion safely.
Q: Can you manufacture units to handle high chloride concentrations or highly acidic chemical waste?
A: Yes. While standard SUS304 handles clean water, we provide premium low-carbon SUS316L for mild pitting resistance. For aggressive chemicals, brackish water, or industrial brine, our engineering software can size the unit using Duplex 2205 or Super Duplex stainless steel to match your chemical compatibility matrix.
Q: Do you provide complete technical drawings and ASME calculations before mass manufacturing?
A: Absolutely. For all custom OEM and commercial industrial project inquiries, our engineering team provides comprehensive 2D/3D CAD layout blueprints, HTRI data sheets, and verified ASME calculations for your engineering team's validation before procurement approval.
Q: What are your shipping port capabilities and manufacturing lead times for heavy industrial orders?
A: Heavy industrial equipment is securely crated and dispatched via Qingdao Port under flexible B2B trade terms (FOB, CIF, DDP). Depending on the size, material grade, and specific ASME certification requirements, custom production lead times typically range between 25–35 days.
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