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Figure 9.10
Direct-expansion chiller (U-tube type).
small amount of fouling can cause a significant decrease in the heat
exchange capacity. The condenser water tubes are especially subject
to fouling with an open cooling tower. Piping must be arranged to
allow easy removal of the water boxes.
9.4.2
Direct expansion (DX) chillers
In the DX liquid chiller (Fig. 9.10), the refrigerant is usually inside
the tubes with the liquid in the shell. Baffles are provided to control
the liquid flow. The U tube configuration shown is typical and less
expensive than the straight-through tube arrangement but can lead
to problems with oil accumulation in the tubes if refrigerant velocities
are too low. Refrigerant flow is controlled by a thermal expansion
valve.
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