Plate Evaporator

What is a plate heat exchanger evaporator？

A plate evaporator is a type of heat exchanger that is specifically designed for the evaporation of a liquid. It consists of a series of plates with channels through which the liquid flows. The liquid is heated, and as it passes through the channels, it vaporizes, transferring heat to another fluid or the surrounding environment.
The plates in a plate evaporator are typically made of stainless steel or other corrosion-resistant materials. They are arranged parallel or counterflow to maximize heat transfer efficiency. The plates have a large surface area, allowing for a high heat transfer rate and efficient evaporation.

In operation, the liquid to be evaporated is introduced into the plate evaporator and flows through the channels between the plates. Heat is supplied to the plates, either through direct contact with a heating medium or by indirect heat transfer through a separate fluid. As the liquid flows through the channels, it absorbs heat and undergoes evaporation, producing vapor.

The vapor exits the plate evaporator, while any remaining liquid is drained. The vapor can be further processed or condensed to recover the evaporated substance. The compact design of plate evaporators allows for efficient use of space and easy integration into existing systems.

About JINFAN Plate Evaporator

JINFAN Plate Evaporator is based on semi-welded technology tailored to meet the specific needs of industries like food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and more. Our plate evaporators can be designed for particular types of fluids (e.g., viscous liquids, high fouling substances) or specific thermal efficiency requirements. Also allowing clients to scale the system as needed. focus on energy efficiency, designing systems that minimize heat loss and optimize heat recovery. use corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel or titanium for the plates, ensuring durability and reliability, especially when handling aggressive or high-temperature fluids.

Our plate is specially designed for evaporation systems to ensure optimal performance, maximum uptime and easy maintenance. As leading plate evaporator manufacturers invest in R&D to innovate and improve the performance of their products. We offer a large range of plate and gasket types to ensure the top performance of your equipment throughout its life cycle.

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Benefits

• Easy Maintenance – Plate evaporators are designed for easy maintenance. The plates can be easily accessed for cleaning or inspection, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal performance. The use of corrosion-resistant materials in plate construction also contributes to the longevity and durability of the evaporator.

• High energy efficiency – Plate evaporators have a large surface area due to the arrangement of multiple plates with narrow channels. This design allows for a high heat transfer rate, resulting in efficient evaporation of the liquid. The increased surface area also promotes uniform heat distribution, enhancing the overall efficiency of the evaporator.

• Easy to install – Plate evaporators are compact, making them ideal for applications where space is limited. The stacked plate configuration allows for a large heat transfer area within a small footprint. This compact design is particularly advantageous in portable or space-constrained systems.

Plate Evaporator Spare Parts Materials

Plate Materials for Various Suitable Media

Gasket Materials for Various Suitable Media

*Additional materials may be available upon request.

Application

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems - Facilitate the evaporation of refrigerants, allowing for the cooling of air or other substances. 
• Food and Beverage Industry - Evaporates liquids such as fruit juices, dairy products, and sauces, increasing their viscosity and extending their shelf life.
• Chemical industries - Solvent recovery, the concentration of chemical solutions, and purification of liquids.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing -  Solvent recovery, the concentration of active ingredients, and purification of pharmaceutical compounds. 
• Wastewater treatment and desalination - Evaporation of water from wastewater streams, concentrating the pollutants for easier removal. 
• Energy recovery -  Recover heat from exhaust gases or waste streams, converting it into usable energy for heating or power generation purposes.