Yearly Archives: 2026

Key Advantages of Titanium Plates Choose titanium plates when:

When to choose titanium plate in heat exchanger Titanium plates in a heat exchanger primarily when you need outstanding resistance to corrosion, especially from chlorides, seawater, and other aggressive media, and the cost is justified by the extended equipment life and reliability. The decision is rarely based on strength or weight,...

When to Choose Which Type? Scenario Recommended Type Reason Clean fluids (water, oils), moderate T&P, need for cleaning/inspection Gasketed Plate (PHE) Cost-effective, serviceable, and flexible. High pressure/temperature, corrosive media, no fouling Brazed Plate (BPHE) Compact, sealed, and cost-effective for its duty. Very high P/T, aggressive...

When to Choose Welded plate heat exchanger? You choose a Welded Plate Heat Exchanger when your application demands the efficiency and compactness of a plate design but operates under conditions that are too severe for gaskets. It is the robust, heavy-duty solution that bridges the gap between gasketed plate exchangers and...

Brazed (BPHE) vs. Gasketed (PHE): Feature Brazed Plate Heat Exchanger (BPHE) Gasketed Plate Heat Exchanger (PHE) Construction Permanently brazed plates. Plates held by bolts in a frame with gaskets. Serviceability Cannot be opened. Unrepairable. Fully serviceable. Plates can be cleaned, gaskets replaced. Pressure/ Temp Very High (e.g., 45...