Available configurations
- Cylindrical block-hole construction
- Rectangular graphite block construction
- PTFE-, rubber- or enamel-lined shell options
- Vertical, horizontal or inclined installation
GRAPHITE technology
Graphite Heat Exchangers
Corrosion-resistant graphite heat transfer equipment for acids and aggressive chemical process media.
Working principle
How the technology transfers heat.
Impermeable impregnated graphite blocks contain intersecting process and service channels. The two media remain separated while heat passes through the graphite walls, combining useful thermal conductivity with corrosion resistance.
- Design pressure
- Full vacuum to +1.0 MPa, subject to design
- Design temperature
- -60°C to +200°C, subject to material grade
- Heat-transfer area
- Project range up to 600 m²
- Primary use
- Corrosive chemical process media
Why this technology
Designed around performance, integrity and serviceability.
- Excellent resistance to many corrosive chemicals
- Modular block construction
- Options for vacuum and corrosive service
- Mechanical access depending on configuration
Product configuration
Structure and material options.
Material options
- Impregnated impermeable graphite
- Carbon steel or stainless steel shell components
- PTFE gaskets between graphite blocks
Typical applications
Where this exchanger fits.
Hydrochloric and phosphoric acid service
Chemical absorption and cooling
Evaporation and condensation
Pharmaceutical and environmental processing
Selection information
What our engineers need from you.
Provide full chemical composition, concentration, temperatures, pressure or vacuum, fouling or crystallization risk and required graphite grade.
Frequently asked questions
Key questions before product selection.
How does Graphite Heat Exchangers work?
Impermeable impregnated graphite blocks contain intersecting process and service channels. The two media remain separated while heat passes through the graphite walls, combining useful thermal conductivity with corrosion resistance.
What information is required to select the right product?
Provide full chemical composition, concentration, temperatures, pressure or vacuum, fouling or crystallization risk and required graphite grade.
Which materials and configurations are available?
Impregnated impermeable graphite; Carbon steel or stainless steel shell components; PTFE gaskets between graphite blocks
How is the final product size confirmed?
The final size is confirmed by thermal calculation using flow rates, inlet and outlet temperatures, allowable pressure drop, design pressure and fluid properties.
Product documentation
Catalogue and technical downloads.
Use the published catalogue for product-range reference. Final dimensions, ratings and materials are confirmed for the selected model and operating duty.
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