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HYDROSAFE® Heat Exchanger

HYDROSAFE® Heat Exchanger

HYDROSAFE® Heat Exchanger

Product catalog summary
Overview: The HYDROSAFE® Heat Exchanger by Watlow is an indirect electric heat exchanger designed for dry gas seal applications. It offers a standardized thermal solution adaptable to various conditions, minimizing custom engineering needs.
Specifications:
  • Wattage: 12 to 31.2 kW
  • Voltage: 380 to 600 VAC
  • Design Temperature: -50 to +300°C (-58 to 572°F)
  • Design Pressure: Up to 6800 psi (469 bar)
  • Media: Methane, natural gas, nitrogen
  • Environment T Code Rating: None, T2, T3, T4
Features and Benefits:
  • Independent fluid path construction ensures safety and prevents contamination.
  • Seamless construction minimizes leakage and supports high-pressure operations.
  • Compact design reduces structural support costs.
  • Indirect technology prevents seal gas contact with heating elements, enhancing reliability.
Certifications: The HYDROSAFE holds certifications including IECEx, ATEX, ASME, and CSA/NRTL, with materials compliant with NACE and ISO standards.
Performance Capabilities:
  • Inlet/Outlet Temperature: User specified, max 232°C (450°F)
  • Flow Rate and Working Pressure: User specified
  • Maximum Ambient Temperature: 50°C (122°F) for North America, 80°C (176°F) for IEC/ATEX
Construction Details:
  • Base Construction: Certified indirect electric heat exchanger with aluminum casting.
  • Heater Element: Tubular elements with 316 stainless steel and NiCr resistance.
  • Insulation: Aerogel insulation for casting.
Electrical and Testing:
  • Voltage Supply: 3 Phase AC with or without neutral.
  • Frequency: 50 or 60 Hz
  • Testing: Standard pressure testing per vessel code requirements.
Ordering Information: Options available for size, power, voltage, connection materials, and certifications. Custom options include testing and material origin restrictions.
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HYDROSAFE® Heat Exchanger-1

SPECIFICATION SHEET Indirect Heat Exchanger Ideal for a Wide Range of Dry Gas Seal Applications HYDROSAFE®, Watlow's new indirect electric heat exchanger for dry gas seal applications, has been designed as a standardized thermal solution that minimizes custom engineering requirements because it can be adapted to a variety of conditions. The HYDROSAFE provides very flexible heating capabilities (12 to 31.2 kW) to compensate for changes in gas flow rates, or changes in gas composition, when interconnected to our purpose engineered WATCONNECT® control panel. Multiple units may be connected in series for higher kW needs. The HYDROSAFE holds complete assembly hazardous certifications with a "touch-safe" exterior versus competitors that offer enclosure-only certifications. The seal gas is heated inside a small diameter seamless formed cylinder to allow for high system pressure capability requirements. In addition to high pressure capabilities, up to 6800 psi (469 bar) in the standard offering, the heater is up to 50 percent smaller than comparable circulation heaters. The empty weight of the HYDROSAFE heater is about 300 pounds (136 kgs) maximum. This small footprint and weight allow the user to reduce the cost of the supporting super structure on rigs, platforms, FPSOs, vessels, etc. Indirect technology means there is no concern about your seal gas stream ever coming into contact with the heating elements, especially when elements reach end-of-life conditions and are typically more susceptible to corrosion. The small diameter and low volume pressure boundary allow use in many countries without the need for further pressure vessel certifications. HYDROSAFE is extremely reliable and has been tested in both the Watlow lab and in the field. It also holds all necessary certifications including IECEx, ATEX, ASME and CSA/NRTL. The formed cylinder raw material is listed in accordance with NACE and ISO standards including MR 0175/ISO 15156/MR 0103. Standard Performance Capabilities • Inlet temperature: user specified • Outlet temperature: maximum 232°C (450°F)** • Working pressure: user specified • Flow rate: user specified • Maximum back pressure: user specified • Maximum ambient temperature: 50°C (122°F) for North American certifications, 80°C (176°F) for IEC and ATEX certifications • Media phase: liquid or gas • Typical Media: methane, natural gas (methane, butane, propane, ethane and water vapor) and nitrogen • Environment T code rating: none, T2 , T3 and T4 Fluid path constructed independent from the sheath • Allows sensitive materials to be heated safely and effectively • Assures safety because heater failure will not cause leaks or significant damage • Prevents fluid contamination Seamless fluid path construction • Offers economical package price • Minimizes potential leakage • Allows high-pressure operation Standard 316L SS fluid path • Provides compatibility with different materials • Assures high-pressure application reliability • Higher custom pressures available ** T Code dependent

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HYDROSAFE Heater Assembly Specifications (con't) HYDROSAFE Assembly HYDROSAFE Specifications Design temperature Design pressure Weight (empty) maximum Inlet temperature • User specified Outlet temperature Working pressure • User specified Flow rate • User specified Maximum back pressure • User specified Maximum ambient temperature • 50°C (122°F) for North American certifications, 80°C (176°F) for IEC and ATEX certifications Media type • Methane, natural gas (methane, butane, propane, ethane and water vapor) and nitrogen Environment T code rating Front View Side View Top View Note: Dimensions...

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Part Number ® Power & Sensor Connection Entries (female couplings) General Size & Power Medium (12 to 31.2kW) Future option Custom Options (7) Assembly Certification & Enclosure Material CI 1, Div. 1 & 2, Groups B, C & D; 304 stainless steel, Type 4X CI 1, Div. 1 & 2, Groups B, C & D; 316 stainless steel, Type 4X IEC & ATEX Dual Rated Ex d IIC; painted carbon steel, IP66 IEC & ATEX Dual Rated Ex d IIC; 316 stainless steel, IP66 Watlow®, WATCONNECT® and HYDROSAFE® are registered trademarks of Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company. Inconel® is a registered trademark of Special Metals Corporation...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.