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Welded Plate Heat Exchangers

Welded Plate Heat Exchangers

Alfa Laval Compabloc® consists of heat transfer plates that are welded alternatively to form channels and uses no gaskets. The standard design temperature ranges from -100°C to 350°C with standard pressure ranging up to 42bar. It is available in virtually any material that can be pressed and welded, including but not limited to 316L, 254SMO, Titanium grade 1, 904L, Alloy C276 and Alloy C22. The laser-welded range of Compabloc® is available with five plate patterns:

1. K series = designed for efficient mechanical cleaning – CPK40, CPK50 & CPK75
2. L series = for high-pressure applications – CPL30, CPL50 & CPL75
3. X series = combining high pressure and mechanical cleaning ability – CPX120
4. H series = hygienic design – HCP15, HCP20, HCP30 & HCP40
5. M series = 2 section condensers with 2 different cooling media – CPM15, CPM20 & CPM30

Advantages

The payback time of a Compabloc® is very short, normally within a matter of months. The Compabloc® saves money due to its high thermal efficiency and high heat recovery which makes it possible to save fuel consumption. In addition to that, with increased focus on environmental factors to reduce emissions, it allows the customer to save energy which relates directly into savings on CO2 emissions.

Fully welded and easily accessible for inspection, service, or cleaning. No gasket between the plates allows handling of aggressive media at high temperatures and pressures. The corrugated plates minimize fouling which makes longer operating periods possible. Can be used for close temperature approaches down to 3° C (5.4°F). It takes only fraction of the floor space when compared to a shell-and-tube heat exchanger. Low capital and installation cost.