Plate Type Heat Exchanger | ThermoFlux - 7108/1
Product Overview
The Plate Type Heat Exchanger ThermoFlux - 7108/1 is a laboratory unit for studying heat transfer between hot and cold water through stainless steel sealed plates in parallel flow and counter flow configurations. This plate type heat exchanger provides 2 hot and cold input and output ports, a maximum flow of 30 m³/h, maximum working pressure of 30 bar, maximum working temperature of 120°C, and a heat transfer area of more than 0.21 m² across 10 or more plates. An anodized aluminium structure, HDF panel with front process diagram, pump for hot water circulation, cold water valve for flow selection, and temperature measurement at all four ports are included. External cold water supply (e.g., hydraulic bench) is required.
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Technical Specifications
Plate Type Heat Exchanger ThermoFlux - 7108/1, Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | ThermoFlux - 7108/1 |
| Heat Exchanger Type | Plate heat exchanger |
| Plate Material | Stainless steel, sealed |
| Flow Configurations | Parallel flow and counter flow |
| Input Ports | 2 (hot water and cold water) |
| Output Ports | 2 (hot water and cold water) |
| Maximum Flow | 30 m³/h |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 30 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 120°C |
| Minimum Working Temperature (Water) | 4°C |
| Minimum Working Temperature (Gases) | -30°C |
| Maximum Number of Plates | 10 or more |
| Internal Circuit Capacity | More than 0.250 litres |
| External Circuit Capacity | 0.250 litres |
| Heat Transfer Area | More than 0.21 m² |
| Structure Material | Anodized aluminium |
| Panel Material | HDF sheet |
| Water-Contact Elements | Stainless steel or brass |
| Hot Water Circulation | Pump |
| Flow Type Selection | Cold water valve |
| Cold Water Supply | External source (e.g., hydraulic bench) |
| Front Panel | Process diagram matching real unit layout |
| Temperature Measurement | Hot and cold water at inlet and outlet |
Technical Data
Plate Heat Exchanger
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Plate Material | Stainless steel |
| Plate Sealing | Sealed plates |
| Maximum Number of Plates | 10 or more |
| Heat Transfer Area | More than 0.21 m² |
| Internal Circuit Capacity | More than 0.250 litres |
| External Circuit Capacity | 0.250 litres |
Operating Limits
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Flow | 30 m³/h |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 30 bar |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 120°C |
| Minimum Working Temperature (Water) | 4°C |
| Minimum Working Temperature (Gases) | -30°C |
Ports
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Ports | 2 (hot water inlet, cold water inlet) |
| Output Ports | 2 (hot water outlet, cold water outlet) |
Structure and Panel
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Structure Material | Anodized aluminium |
| Panel Material | HDF sheet |
| Water-Contact Element Materials | Stainless steel or brass |
| Front Panel Diagram | Process diagram, layout matched to real unit |
Circulation and Flow
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Hot Water Circulation | Pump |
| Flow Type Selection | Cold water valve |
| Cold Water Supply | External source (e.g., hydraulic bench) |
| Flow Configurations | Parallel flow and counter flow |
Key Features
Key Features
- Plate Type Heat Exchanger Configuration: Stainless steel sealed plates in alternate channel arrangement, parallel flow and counter flow selectable
- Ports: 2 input ports (hot and cold water), 2 output ports (hot and cold water)
- Maximum Flow: 30 m³/h
- Maximum Working Pressure: 30 bar
- Maximum Working Temperature: 120°C
- Minimum Working Temperature: 4°C for water, -30°C for gases
- Plates: Maximum 10 or more stainless steel sealed plates
- Heat Transfer Area: More than 0.21 m²
- Internal Circuit Capacity: More than 0.250 litres
- External Circuit Capacity: 0.250 litres
- Structure: Anodized aluminium frame, HDF sheet panel
- Water-Contact Elements: Stainless steel or brass throughout
- Hot Water Circulation: Pump
- Flow Selection: Cold water valve for parallel or counter flow
- Cold Water Supply: External source, e.g., hydraulic bench
- Front Panel: Process diagram with layout corresponding to real unit component positions
- Temperature Measurement: Hot and cold water inlet and outlet temperatures
Experiments
- Study of heat transfer between hot and cold water through alternate plate channels
- Measurement of hot and cold water temperatures at inlet and outlet of the exchanger
- Comparison of heat transfer performance under parallel flow configuration
- Comparison of heat transfer performance under counter flow configuration
Construction and Design
The Plate Type Heat Exchanger ThermoFlux - 7108/1 is constructed on an anodized aluminium frame with a panel in HDF sheet. All main water-contact components are fabricated from stainless steel or brass. The heat exchanger itself is formed by stainless steel sealed plates arranged to create alternate channels through which hot and cold water flow independently. The exchanger accommodates a maximum of 10 or more plates, providing a heat transfer area of more than 0.21 m². The internal circuit capacity exceeds 0.250 litres and the external circuit capacity is 0.250 litres.
Two input ports accept hot and cold water, and two output ports discharge each stream after passing through the exchanger. A pump circulates hot water through the plate channels. Cold water is supplied from an external source such as a hydraulic bench. A cold water valve on the unit selects the flow configuration, switching between parallel flow and counter flow arrangements. Temperature measurement instruments monitor hot and cold water at both the inlet and outlet of this plate type heat exchanger, providing the data required for heat transfer calculations under each flow condition.
The front panel carries a process diagram with a component layout that corresponds directly to the physical arrangement of elements on the unit, aiding student comprehension of the flow path and measurement point locations. Operating limits are a maximum flow of 30 m³/h, maximum working pressure of 30 bar, maximum working temperature of 120°C, and minimum working temperatures of 4°C for water and -30°C for gases.
Required for Operation
- External cold water supply (e.g., hydraulic bench)
Standards & Compliance
- Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- CE Marking - European Conformity where applicable
- Supplied with calibration certificate, operation manual, and experiment guide
- 12-month manufacturer's warranty (parts & labour from installation)
Ordering & Delivery
- Incoterms: CIF to destination seaport, FOB Mundra/Nhava Sheva, or Ex-Works Ambala
- Lead time: 3–5 weeks production + sea transit to destination
- Payment: LC (Letter of Credit) or T/T bank transfer against proforma invoice
- Documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, insurance certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What flow configurations can be studied with the ThermoFlux - 7108/1?
The unit supports both parallel flow and counter flow configurations. The cold water valve on the unit selects between the two arrangements, enabling direct comparison of heat transfer performance under each flow type.
Q2: What are the operating pressure and temperature limits of this plate type heat exchanger?
The maximum working pressure is 30 bar. The maximum working temperature is 120°C. The minimum working temperature is 4°C for water and -30°C for gases.
Q3: How many plates does the exchanger accommodate and what is the heat transfer area?
The exchanger accommodates a maximum of 10 or more stainless steel sealed plates. The total heat transfer area is more than 0.21 m².
Q4: What is the cold water supply requirement for the ThermoFlux - 7108/1?
Cold water is supplied from an external source such as a hydraulic bench. The cold water valve on the unit controls flow type selection between parallel and counter flow configurations.
Q5: What materials are used for water-contact components in this unit?
All main water-contact elements are fabricated from stainless steel or brass. The heat exchanger plates are stainless steel and are sealed. The unit structure is anodized aluminium with an HDF sheet panel.