Finned Tube Gas / Gas Heat Exchanger

Gas / Gas Heat Exchanger

Type: Finned Tube heat exchanger

Fluid to handle Natural Gas

Design Features

Finned Tubes:

The heat exchanger consists of tubes with external fins, which increase the surface area for heat transfer. This design enhances the efficiency of heat exchange between the two gas streams.

Configurations:

Counterflow: The two gas streams flow in opposite directions, maximizing temperature differences and heat transfer effectiveness.

Parallel Flow: Both gas streams flow in the same direction, which can be simpler but less efficient than counterflow designs.

Material:

Common materials include carbon steel or aluminum for the tubes and fins, depending on the application, required durability, and corrosion resistance.

Applications for Natural Gas

Gas Processing:

Used in natural gas processing plants to recover heat from exhaust gases and preheat incoming natural gas, improving overall energy efficiency.

Power Generation:

Employed in combined cycle power plants to recover waste heat from gas turbines, using it to preheat natural gas before combustion.

HVAC Systems:

Can be utilized in large HVAC systems to recover heat from exhaust air or gases, improving energy efficiency in commercial buildings.

Industrial Heating:

Used in various industrial processes where natural gas needs to be preheated before entering combustion systems or reactors.