Single H-type fin tube basic introduction and selection advantages
The single H-shaped finned tube is a heat exchange element with high efficiency and enhanced heat transfer. It is named for its unique "H"-shaped cross-section and is widely used in industrial heat exchange equipment.
1. Structural features
Geometry
The single H-type fin tube consists of a base tube (plain tube) and rectangular fins welded symmetrically on both sides. The fins are perpendicular to the base tube, forming a cross-section similar to the letter "H" (see figure). A gap channel of a certain width is reserved between the two fins to form a "smoke corridor" to optimize the airflow distribution.
Base tube material: carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel (selected according to medium temperature and corrosiveness).
Fin material: usually the same as the base tube, or high temperature resistant and wear-resistant materials (such as ND steel, Corten steel).
Welding process
High-frequency resistance welding or brazing technology is used to ensure that the fins and base tubes are tightly combined, have low thermal resistance, and have high mechanical strength, and can withstand severe vibration and thermal stress.
2. Working Principle
Enhanced heat transfer
- The fins greatly expand the surface area of the base tube (can be increased by 3-5 times), improving the heat exchange efficiency with the surrounding medium (such as flue gas, air).
- The gaps between the fins form a "turbulent channel", which enhances the turbulence of the air flow, breaks the boundary layer, and significantly improves the heat transfer coefficient.
Self-cleaning ability
- The gap design allows high-speed airflow to flush the fin surface, reducing dust accumulation and scaling, and is suitable for flue gas environments with high dust content (such as the tail flue of a coal-fired boiler).
3. Core advantages
①Performance comparison
| Type | Heat transfer efficiency | Anti-dust and wear resistance | Flow resistance |
| Single H-type fin tube | The channels between the fins form a "smoke corridor", which enhances airflow disturbance and improves the heat transfer coefficient. The large surface area and no dead angle at the root of the fin reduce the heat transfer blind area. | The fin gap is large, the flue gas flows smoothly and dust is not easy to accumulate; the structure has high rigidity and is resistant to fly ash wear, suitable for high dust environments. | The flow channel is straight, the resistance is low, and the fan energy consumption is low. |
| Spiral fin tube | The spiral structure enhances turbulence and has a higher heat transfer efficiency, but dust easily accumulates at the root of the fin, which reduces efficiency over long-term use. | The spiral grooves are prone to dust accumulation and require regular cleaning; they have poor wear resistance. | The spiral structure increases resistance and consumes more energy. |
②Application Scenario
| Type | Application Scenario |
| Single H-type fin tube | High temperature, high dust, high wear environment (such as power station boilers, metallurgical industry). |
| Spiral fin tube | Medium and low temperature cleaning media in petrochemical industry, air conditioning system, etc. |
| Sleeve fin tube | Low-pressure scenarios such as refrigeration equipment and car radiators. |
| Longitudinal fin tube | Gas heaters, directional heat exchange for specific industrial processes. |
Through the above comparison, the single H-type fin tube has demonstrated irreplaceable advantages in specific industrial scenarios, especially in terms of reliability and long-term operation.
4.Installation and maintenance
Installation method: usually arranged in series, with the fin direction parallel to the fluid flow direction to reduce pressure drop.
Maintenance requirements:
Regularly check whether the fin welding parts are cracked (especially in high temperature and vibration environments).
If used in high sulfur flue gas environments, corrosion-resistant materials or surface coatings (such as aluminizing treatment) must be selected.
Fins
┌───┐
│ │
Base tube────┤ ├────Base tube
│ │
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(H-shaped section: fins on both sides are welded symmetrically, with base tube and gap channel in the middle)
Single H-type fin tube
The single H-type fin tube has achieved the comprehensive advantages of efficient heat transfer, low maintenance cost and long life in complex industrial environments through unique structural design and material technology. It is an ideal choice for heat exchange equipment in high temperature and high dust scenes. Its performance is significantly better than traditional light tubes and ordinary fin tubes, and is especially suitable for heavy industrial fields such as electricity and metallurgy.