Re: Shell and tube Heat exchangers

> Anybody with information on design of heat exchangers? I am starting
> out on a design, I am seeking some technical information, literature
> or any other guidance on how to correctly determine the innner shell
> tube lengths for a sanitary shell and tube heat exchanger(tubes to be
> built into a bundle). I would like to better understand thermal
> expansion effects and properties, stress related effects on welded
> ends, in order to prevent bending of the tubes. These tubes would be
> welded into end plates and specifying the welds to stop leaks is a
> concern.

Mike, have you looked at some of the links at <a href="http://www.pipingdesign.com/exchangers.html">http://www.pipingdesign.com/exchangers.html</a> ?

Maybe this stuff is too basic for you, but if not, it's a good starting point.

Maybe also see this page:
<a href="http://www.eng-tips.com/gthreadminder.cfm/lev2/16/lev3/58/pid/391">http://www.eng-tips.com/gthreadminder.cfm/lev2/16/lev3/58/pid/391</a> and ask there.

Paul Received on Thu Jul 01 12:50:00 2004