Monthly Archives: August 2025

Applications of Air-Cooled Oil Coolers Air-cooled oil coolers are widely used in industries and vehicles where efficient oil temperature control is crucial. Below are the key applications categorized by sector: 1. Automotive & Transportation a) Passenger & Commercial Vehicles b) Motorcycles & ATVs c) Racing & Performance Vehicles 2....

Materials used in air-cooled oil coolers are selected based on thermal conductivity, durability, weight, and corrosion resistance. Here’s a breakdown of the key components and their typical materials: . Core / Heat Exchanger a) Finned Tubes or Cooling Plates b) Fins c) Headers / Manifolds (Oil Flow Channels) 2. Housing / Frame 3. Inlet &...

list of parts in a typical air-cooled oil cooler, along with their functions: 1. Core / Heat Exchanger Assembly 2. Housing / Frame 3. Inlet & Outlet Ports 4. Cooling Fan (Optional – in Forced-Air Systems) 5. Airflow Guide / Ducting (If Applicable) 6. Baffles / Flow Diverters (In Some Designs) 7. Thermal Bypass Valve (In Some...

An air-cooled oil cooler is a heat exchanger designed to reduce the temperature of oil (engine oil, hydraulic oil, or transmission oil) using ambient air as the cooling medium. It is commonly used in automotive, industrial, and aerospace applications where liquid cooling is impractical. Working Principle: Key Components: Advantages: ◉...

When to Choose a Plate-Type Oil Cooler? A plate-type oil cooler is ideal for applications prioritizing compact size, high efficiency, and clean fluids. Here’s when to consider one: 1. Space Constraints (Compact Design Needed) ◉ Why? 2. High Efficiency (Rapid Heat Transfer) ◉ Why? 3. Clean, Low-Viscosity Oils...