What Sets Air Cooled Chillers Apart From Water Cooled Chillers?
Water cooled and air cooled chillers work in a rather similar manner. They both have an evaporator, compressor, condenser and an expansion valve. The main difference is that one uses air to fuel condenser cooling and the other uses water.
-All chillers require basic maintenance in order to perform at optimum levels, but air cooled chillers are easier and less expensive to maintain than water-cooled units.
-Air cooled chillers do not require a cooling tower or a condenser water pump.
-Air cooled chillers consume around 10% more power than a water-cooled unit; wet surfaces are better at transferring heat than dry surfaces.
Types Of Air Cooled Chillers
-Stationary air-cooled chillers: These are used when excess heat is not an issue.
-Portable air-cooled chillers: These units are portable and just as functional as stationary chillers.
Placement Of Air Cooled Chillers
Air cooled chillers are typically located in mechanical equipment rooms or in an area of the building that is close to the spot it is cooling. In some industrial settings, coolers are kept right beside the area they are cooling; this is based upon the size of the chiller and compressor. In some cases chillers are placed outdoors. One of our cooling professionals can help you determine the best placement for your air cooled chiller.