Choose between single jacketed and vacuum jacketed vessels?
Posted: Tue 17 Feb 2015 20:26How do I choose between single jacketed and vacuum jacketed vessels?
FAQ from Radleys
A vacuum jacket (outside the oil jacket) provides insulation, minimising cold/heat loss from the vessel and so improving efficiency. It acts against the outer surface of the vessel reaching extreme temperatures, which means reduced touch hazard, plus reduced frosting and condensation for improved contents visibility when cooling.
Vacuum jacketed vessel pistons feature double O-rings at the top of the piston, to further improve the sealing, particularly useful at very low temperatures. The design of these vessels ensures maximum isolation of the piston seal from hot/cold thermal fluid, by positioning the sealing O-rings in an environment surrounded by a vacuum, thereby minimising heat transfer.
Vacuum jacketed vessels are particularly recommended for use with applications at low temperatures.
Single jacketed vessels are a popular alternative. They are lower cost than vacuum jacketed vessels.
They are also take up less space (something to consider if using a Reactor-Ready Duo).
FAQ from Radleys
A vacuum jacket (outside the oil jacket) provides insulation, minimising cold/heat loss from the vessel and so improving efficiency. It acts against the outer surface of the vessel reaching extreme temperatures, which means reduced touch hazard, plus reduced frosting and condensation for improved contents visibility when cooling.
Vacuum jacketed vessel pistons feature double O-rings at the top of the piston, to further improve the sealing, particularly useful at very low temperatures. The design of these vessels ensures maximum isolation of the piston seal from hot/cold thermal fluid, by positioning the sealing O-rings in an environment surrounded by a vacuum, thereby minimising heat transfer.
Vacuum jacketed vessels are particularly recommended for use with applications at low temperatures.
Single jacketed vessels are a popular alternative. They are lower cost than vacuum jacketed vessels.
They are also take up less space (something to consider if using a Reactor-Ready Duo).