Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger with 304/304L & 316/316L Construction for Corrosion-Resistant Chemical & Sanitary Applications
Price:
NEGOTIABLE
MOQ:
1 SET
Delivery Time:
45-150 Days
Brand:
YUHONG
Product Description
Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger | 304/304L & 316/316L Construction
Corrosion-resistant shell & tube design engineered for chemical and sanitary applications requiring superior performance and reliability.
Precision Fabrication in Stainless Steel
Yuhong Group Co., Ltd. specializes in engineering and manufacturing high-performance thermal equipment, including shell & tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and air cooled heat exchangers fabricated from a wide range of materials.
Product Overview
This stainless steel heat exchanger is engineered for processes requiring superior corrosion resistance, product purity, and long-term reliability. Constructed from 304/304L or 316/316L austenitic stainless steels, it provides excellent resistance to a broad spectrum of corrosive media.
Component Specifications
| Major Component | Typical Material Grades | Function & Application Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Exchanger Tubes | ASME SA213 TP304/304L, TP316/316L | Seamless or welded tubes offering excellent corrosion resistance, cleanability, and formability for U-bend configurations |
| Tubesheet(s) | ASME SA182 F304/304L, F316/316L | Forged stainless steel plates ensuring compatible thermal expansion and reliable tube-to-tubesheet joint integrity |
| Shell & Channel | ASME SA240 304/304L, 316/316L | Rolled and welded plate construction for the pressure-containing shell and distribution channels |
| Baffles | ASME SA240 304/304L, 316/316L | Directs shell-side flow to maximize turbulence and heat transfer while providing tube support |
| Nozzles & Connections | ASME SA182 F304/304L, F316/316L | Forged fittings for process fluid inlet/outlet, instrument connections, and drain/vent ports |
304 vs. 316 Stainless Steel Selection Guide
304/304L – Versatile and Economical Choice
The most widely used stainless steel, suitable for most organic chemicals, food, freshwater, and mildly corrosive environments. "L" stands for Low Carbon, maintaining good resistance to intergranular corrosion without post-weld heat treatment.
316/316L – Enhanced Corrosion Resistance
Contains 2-3% molybdenum, significantly enhancing resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion caused by chlorides. Preferred for handling brine, seawater, bleach, and many acidic media.
Selection Recommendations
For process fluids containing chlorides, sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, or coastal environments, 316/316L is recommended. For general process water, oil, steam, or most food processing, 304/304L is typically the most cost-effective choice.
Technical Highlights
- All-welded or removable bundle constructions available to meet pressure and temperature requirements
- Mechanical polishing to specific surface roughness for sanitary grade requirements (CIP/SIP)
- Composite process of precision expansion and sealing welding ensures long-term leak-free performance
- Flexible material configuration for applications with significant corrosivity differences
Customized Services
- Precise thermodynamic and mechanical design based on your process parameters
- Special testing options including PMI, PT, and helium leak detection
- Complete manufacturing data reports, material quality certificates, and NDT reports
Typical Application Areas
- Chemical and Petrochemical: Heating/cooling of organic compounds, acidic media heat exchange
- Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology: Purified water systems, reactor temperature control
- Food and Beverage: Pasteurization, juice cooling, dairy processing
- Marine and Offshore: Platform cooling systems, seawater heat exchangers
- Water Treatment: Desalination systems, ultrapure water heating/cooling
Get Your Engineering Solutions
To select the most suitable stainless steel heat exchanger for your corrosive media or high-purity processes, contact the engineering team at Yuhong Group. Send your process parameters and special requirements to jimmy@steelseamlesspipe.com for professional technical solutions and customized quotations.
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Company
YUHONG HOLDING GROUP CO., LTD
Location
20 Floor, No.1 New World Building, NO.1018 Min'an Road, Yinzhou District, Ningbo, China, ZIP:315040
Contact Person
Equipment Dept. (Marketing Director)