Semi-welded plate heat exchangers are a compromise between detachable plate heat exchangers and fully welded plate heat exchangers. They feature a partially welded and partially detachable design, offering both high sealing performance and certain maintenance flexibility.
The welding side can withstand higher pressure (typically 2.5 - 4.0 MPa) and temperature (200 - 300℃), which is more stable compared to the full gasket type.
The welding channel is suitable for volatile, toxic or expensive media (such as ammonia, refrigerants, chemicals), preventing the risk of leakage.
The sealing side of the gasket can still be disassembled, facilitating cleaning, inspection or replacement of the plates, thereby reducing maintenance costs.
It is suitable for media prone to scaling or containing particles (such as industrial wastewater, viscous liquids), and can be mechanically cleaned regularly.
The welding side can use corrosion-resistant alloys (such as titanium, nickel-based alloys), while the gasket side uses corrosion-resistant elastomers (such as EPDM, fluororubber).
This avoids the risk of the entire welded structure being completely damaged under strong corrosive media, resulting in better economic benefits.
The plate heat exchanger retains its high heat transfer efficiency (with a K value reaching up to 6000 W/m²·K), and its volume is only 1/3 to 1/5 of that of a shell-and-tube type.
The corrugated plate design enhances turbulence and reduces fouling, making it suitable for medium-cleanliness media.
It can be designed as "single-sided welding" (only one medium passes through the welding side) or "bilateral welding" (both media are enclosed), meeting the requirements of different working conditions.
It supports multi-process design and can handle heat exchange scenarios with large temperature differences or flow rate mismatches.
The semi-welded plate heat exchanger is a type of heat exchange equipment that combines the features of detachable and fully welded designs. Its structural components mainly include the following key parts:
It is usually made of corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel (such as 304, 316L), titanium, and nickel alloys. The surface is designed with a corrugated pattern (such as herringbone or diagonal) to enhance turbulence and heat transfer efficiency.
Welded parts: The paired plates are sealed along the edges by laser or arc welding to form an irreversible plate pair (plate bundle unit).
Non-welded parts: Between the plate pairs, removable sealing gaskets are still retained for easy maintenance.
The sealing gasket is installed between the un-welded plate channel sections to achieve sealing and isolation of the medium. The material is generally a temperature-resistant and corrosion-resistant elastic material (such as NBR, EPDM, fluororubber, etc.). It has a detachable design, making it convenient for local replacement or cleaning.
Fixed pressing plate (fixed end plate): In contact with the welded plate bundle, it bears the pressure.
Moving pressing plate (moving end plate): Presses the plate group through bolts, allowing for adjustment and disassembly.
Upper/lower guide rods: Support the plate group and ensure alignment.
Clamping bolts: Press the plate group to ensure sealing.
Function: Connects external pipelines and guides the fluid into the plate channel.
Layout: Usually located on the fixed end plate or on the side of the frame, and can be designed as single-sided or diagonal flow.
Columns and beams: Provide overall stability and bear the operational pressure.
Instrument interface: Used for installing temperature and pressure sensors.
Lifting device: Facilitates transportation and installation.
Item | Value | Item | Value |
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Corrugation Angle | 60°/112° | Corner Hole Diameter (mm) | Φ100 |
Corrugation Normal Pitch (mm) | 9.26 | Flow Area (m²) | 0.00086 |
Corrugation Depth (mm) | 2.55 | Single Plate Area (m²) | 0.22 |
Center Distance of Corner Holes (mm) | 719×223 | Plate Dimensions (mm) | 874×374 |
Semi-welded plate heat exchangers are a compromise between detachable plate heat exchangers and fully welded plate heat exchangers. They feature a partially welded and partially detachable design, offering both high sealing performance and certain maintenance flexibility.
Semi-welded plate heat exchangers are a compromise between detachable plate heat exchangers and fully welded plate heat exchangers. They feature a partially welded and partially detachable design, offering both high sealing performance and certain maintenance flexibility.
Semi-welded plate heat exchangers are a compromise between detachable plate heat exchangers and fully welded plate heat exchangers. They feature a partially welded and partially detachable design, offering both high sealing performance and certain maintenance flexibility.
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