Compressed air
flows into the WBC aftercooler and enters the heat exchanger coils.
Cooling water flows over the coils in the opposite direction to
offer the greatest possible heat exchange. As the air cools, the
moisture condenses. When the air reaches the water separator, centrifugal
motion causes the condensation and other contaminants to hit the
cylinder walls and drip away to the drain.
Features & Benefits
Versatile Design – The unit can be mounted in a vertical or
horizontal configuration. Standard models are made of copper tubes
and steel shells, while there are options available that are made
from cupronickel for sea water and stainless steel for high pressure
gases. This means that there is a unit for virtually every application.
Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger – The hot compressed air flows
through the tubes while the cooling water flows in the opposite
direction around the tubes. The result is cooler air with limited
pressure drop.
High Efficiency Separator – Installed at the base of the aftercooler,
it will remove greater than 99% of the condensate.
Approved Design and Construction – Designed, built and tested
to any of the major international pressure vessels codes.
Reduced Approach Temperature – The superior design of the WBC
aftercoolers ensures that the compressed air will be cooled to
10°C above the cooling water temperature. This outstanding heat
exchanger performance, combined with the high efficiency of the
separator, ensures the maximum removal of moisture from the compressed
air.
Reduced Water Consumption – The cooling water consumption can
be adapted to your needs.
Resistant to Thermal Expansion – WBC aftercoolers are designed
to withstand high temperatures. This ensures problem free service
under all operating conditions.
