Experimental Evaluation of Performance and Temperature Profile of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Parallel Flow Arrangement

The thermal evaluation of a Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger (STHE) is essential for maximizing heat transfer efficiency and promoting energy conservation in diverse industrial applications. This paper provides a performance assessment and temperature distributions of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger (STHE) with parallel flow arrangement and strategies to improve heat transfer efficiency. This paper experimentally examined the performance and Temperature distribution of a shell and tube heat exchanger: heat transfer rates, heat exchanger efficiency, and temperature profiles, are assessed using experimental datasets. The findings revealed that the shell and tube heat exchanger have an efficiency of approximately 94.2%. The inlet temperature of hot temperature is reduced by 31.1oC while the inlet temperature of cold increases by 14,1oC as time increases. The outlet temperature of hot temperature is reduced by 25.2oC while the outlet temperature of cold increases by 21.5oC as time increases. Additionally, the temperature difference decreases which enhances the efficacy of the system and the potential for thermal equilibrium by incorporating an increased heat recovery. The results emphasize the need for appropriate thermal design and maintenance to enhance the efficiency of heat exchangers, conserve energy, and extend the lifespan of equipment in industrial operations.