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Industrial Water Cooled Shell and Tube Condenser for Refrigeration and Chiller Systems

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Raxlyn water cooled shell and tube condensers combine enhanced heat-transfer tubes with project-specific system matching for dependable heat rejection in cold storage, industrial refrigeration and water-cooled chiller applications.

  • Tube design Dual-side enhanced heat-transfer tubes
  • Shell design Integrated receiver option on selected configurations
  • Enhanced Heat Exchange
  • Integrated Receiver Option
  • Flexible Compressor Matching
  • Factory Quality Control
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  • Flexible Installation
  • Chilled or Frozen Transport
  • Portable Design
  • Power Flexibility
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Overview

Water-Cooled Condensing Performance for Demanding Refrigeration Systems

A water cooled shell and tube condenser transfers heat from refrigerant to circulating water. In the arrangement described for this product, water flows through the tube bundle while refrigerant condenses on the shell side. Enhanced tube surfaces and internal baffles help support heat transfer, while the correct condenser size depends on the refrigerant, compressor, condensing conditions, cooling-water inlet temperature and flow rate. Raxlyn provides configurable condenser solutions for medium- and low-temperature refrigeration, cold storage and water-cooled chiller projects.

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  • Dual-Side Enhanced Tubes

    The product description specifies tubes enhanced on both the internal and external surfaces. This design increases the effective heat-transfer area per unit length and supports heat exchange between refrigerant and cooling water.

  • Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchange

    The shell-and-tube structure keeps the water and refrigerant circuits separate across the tube wall. Baffles guide shell-side flow across the tube bundle and can promote turbulence for improved heat transfer. Proper water quality and maintenance help limit scale and fouling over time.

  • Integrated Liquid Receiver on Selected Models

    Selected FWS-style configurations are described as having a medium-to-large shell with an integrated liquid receiver function. In a compatible cold-storage system, this may remove the need for a separate receiver. Confirm receiver volume, refrigerant charge, pressure rating and piping layout before finalizing the design.

  • Compressor and Refrigerant Matching

    Condenser selection should account for the compressor model, refrigerant, evaporating and condensing temperatures, cooling-water conditions and required heat rejection. The source information describes configurations associated with semi-hermetic reciprocating and screw compressors. Exact compatibility must be verified for the selected combination.

  • Materials and Manufacturing Checks

    The provided manufacturing description includes material inspection, tube processing, shell welding, baffle installation and hydrostatic pressure testing. Shell and tube materials must be selected for the refrigerant, water chemistry, design pressure and applicable project standards. Confirm the exact materials supplied for each model.

  • Applications in Cold Storage and Process Cooling

    Water cooled shell and tube condensers can be used in cold storage facilities, industrial refrigeration, water-cooled chillers and process cooling systems where a suitable cooling-water circuit is available. Depending on the installation, the wider system may also require a cooling tower, pump, filtration and water treatment.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Reference configuration for the two standard sizes. Dimensions, refrigeration capacity and electrical supply are confirmed for each project in the quotation drawing.

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Published Information / Selection Note

Product Type

Water cooled shell and tube condenser

Tube Construction

Dual-side enhanced tubes with internal and external surface enhancement

Heat-Transfer Arrangement

Water through tubes; refrigerant condenses on the shell side in the described configuration

Shell Design

Medium-to-large shell on selected FWS-style configurations

Liquid Receiver

Integrated receiver function on selected configurations; confirm suitability for the system

Application Temperature Class

Medium- and low-temperature refrigeration applications

Compressor Matching

Semi-hermetic reciprocating and screw compressor systems; model compatibility requires confirmation

Compressor Horsepower References

Source text mentions 2–50 HP for chiller-related compressor options and 2–44 HP for freezer-related options; these are not universal standalone condenser ratings

Related Chiller Capacity

10–300 tons is stated for associated water-cooled chiller systems, not as a standalone condenser capacity rating

Shell and Tube Materials

Carbon-steel or stainless-steel shells and copper or alloy tubes are described in the supplied source text; confirm exact model materials

Manufacturing / Testing

Material inspection, tube processing, shell welding, baffle installation and hydrostatic pressure testing are described processes

Operating Pressure / Heat Rejection

Request model-specific design pressure, heat-rejection capacity, water flow, pressure drop and performance conditions

Controls / Power Supply

Digital or PLC+HMI control and 220–460 V / 50–60 Hz are mentioned for related chiller systems; verify applicability to the selected package
Configurations

Configured Around
What You Store

Choose the temperature version first, then add the upgrades your site and product need. Every option is built and tested in the factory, not retrofitted on site.

  • 0 → +15 °C

    Chilled Storage

    Fruit, vegetables, flowers, dairy and beverages — humidity-friendly air distribution.

    01
  • −18 → −25 °C

    Frozen Storage

    Meat, seafood, ice cream and frozen food, with heated door frames and pressure relief.

    02
  • Down to −40 °C

    Blast Freezer

    High-capacity unit and airflow for fast pull-down of fresh product to core temperature.

    03
  • Chill + Freeze

    Dual-Zone Room

    An insulated partition splits a 40HQ into two rooms, each with its own refrigeration.

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For an Accurate Quotation, Please Provide:

Based on this information, the cold storage box and refrigeration configuration can be matched to the buyer’s vehicle and operating conditions.

  • Required internal or external box dimensions
  • Required storage temperature
  • Type of products to be transported
  • Vehicle type and cargo area dimensions
  • Required quantity
  • Available power supply
  • Daily operating time
  • Local ambient temperature
  • Required battery or solar configuration
Applications

Where It Works Best

The Portable Cold Storage Box for Tricycles, Vans & Pickup Trucks is suitable for transporting and storing temperature-sensitive products such as:

How We Deliver

From Inquiry to Cold Storage

  1. 01

    Requirement Review

    Product, target temperature, daily loading and site power supply.

  2. 02

    Design & Quotation

    Heat-load calculation, layout drawing and a configured quotation.

  3. 03

    Production & Testing

    Built in our factory and pull-down tested before it is released.

  4. 04

    Shipping & Documents

    Ships as a standard container with export and customs paperwork.

  5. 05

    Start-Up Support

    Remote commissioning guidance and long-term spare parts supply.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a water cooled shell and tube condenser?

    It is a heat exchanger that transfers heat from refrigerant to circulating water. In the described arrangement, water flows inside the tubes while refrigerant condenses on the shell side. The warmed water then carries heat to a cooling tower or another heat-rejection loop.

  • What are the benefits of dual-side enhanced tubes?

    Internal and external surface enhancement increases the available heat-transfer area. Overall performance still depends on the tube geometry, water flow, refrigerant conditions and cleanliness.

  • Does every condenser include an integrated liquid receiver?

    No. The integrated receiver function is described for selected FWS-style configurations. Confirm the model, receiver volume, refrigerant charge and system design before omitting a separate receiver.

  • Which compressor systems can be matched?

    The source describes matching with semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors and screw compressors. The exact compressor model, refrigerant and operating envelope must be checked during selection.

  • What applications are suitable?

    Typical applications include cold storage, medium- and low-temperature refrigeration, water-cooled chillers and industrial process cooling where a suitable cooling-water circuit is available.

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