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• APPLICATION OF CF HEAT EXCHANGERS IN HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEMS

  During the continuous operation of machinery, hydraulic oil ensures the efficient mechanical operation of the machinery system. The temperature and viscosity of the hydraulic oil need to be stable to ensure the working performance of the equipment. During operation, the circulating hydraulic oil absorbs heat energy released from the machinery mechanism. The oil temperature increases, viscosity decreases, reducing lubrication efficiency, acceleration efficiency, and the mechanical efficiency of the machinery. Heat exchangers play a crucial role in cooling, stabilizing the temperature and viscosity of the hydraulic oil, and ensuring the working performance of the machinery. CF plate heat exchangers are designed for maximum heat energy transfer efficiency. Customizable plate designs are available to meet specific application needs. Their versatility and high heat energy exchange efficiency make them a preferred solution for many applications.

• COMPARASION BETWEEN PLATE AND GASKET HEAT EXCHANGER AND SHELL AND TUBE HEAT EXCHANGER

  Comparison between plate and gasket heat exchanger and shell-and-tube heat exchangers   Description Gasketed PHE Shell-and-tube heat exchanger Approach ΔT ∼1°C ∼5°C Multiple duty Possible Impossible Piping connections From one direction From several directions Heat transfer ratio ∼1-4 1 Working pressure Limited 25 bar High Working temperature Limited 180°C High Operating weight ratio 1 ∼1-8 Hold-up volume Low High Space ratio 1 ∼2-5 Welds None Welded Sensitivity to vibrations Not sensitive Sensitive Gaskets On every plate On each bonnet Leakage detection Easy to detect Difficult to detect Access for inspection On each side of plate Limited Disassembly time ∼15 min ∼60–90 min Repair Easy to replace plates and gaskets Requires tube plugging = decreased capacity Thermal size modification Easily achieved by adding or removing plates Difficult Fouling ratio ∼0.1–0.25 1