Use of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers in the Petroleum Industry

In petroleum refining processes, shell and tube heat exchangers are used for heating and cooling crude oil, as well as separating products.
A shell and tube heat exchanger is a device that exchanges heat between two fluids at different temperatures. Through this device, the hot fluid transfers heat to the cold fluid, achieving efficient energy utilization. It is widely used in industrial sectors such as chemical, petroleum, pharmaceutical, and energy, and is an indispensable and important piece of equipment in chemical production.
Working Principle: A shell and tube heat exchanger is mainly composed of a shell, tube bundle, tube sheet, and head. Its working principle is based on heat conduction and convective heat transfer.