Heat Transfer Analysis with Graphical Examination for Different Materials of Tubes of Surface Condenser

Yagnesh Anavadiya, Dr. Shaival Parikh, Dr. Sajan Chourasia, Dr. Ruchir Parikh, Mr. Harshal Oza and Dr. Nimesh Gajjar
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Yagnesh Anavadiya: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India
Dr. Shaival Parikh: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India
Dr. Sajan Chourasia: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India
Dr. Ruchir Parikh: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India
Mr. Harshal Oza: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India
Dr. Nimesh Gajjar: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar University India

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2025, vol. 12, issue 5, 1512-1523

Abstract: This study presents a thermal analysis of a shell and tube-type surface condenser used for converting steam into condensate. A CAD model was developed using Solid Works, and simulations were conducted in ANSYS to examine heat transfer characteristics across different tube materials: Copper alloy, Aluminum alloy, and Structural Steel. Results indicated that copper alloy tubes delivered the highest heat flux—35.103 W/mm² in initial conditions and 11.381 W/mm² in final conditions—alongside the lowest deformation (3.6589 mm) and a relatively low maximum equivalent stress of 975.69 MPs. In comparison, aluminum alloy and structural steel showed inferior thermal performance. These findings establish copper alloy as the optimal tube material for efficient condenser design, improving heat transfer and structural integrity.

Date: 2025
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