Pipeline Aftercoolers (PLAC)
Basco™® PLAC for Compressed Air Cooling
Our Basco™ PLAC (Pipeline Aftercooler) and its companion separator provide an ideal combination to remove troublesome moisture and oil from compressed air streams. Our aftercoolers/separators offer proven performance and trouble-free operation of air powered tools and equipment worldwide.
Specifications
Sizes: 3" to 16" diameter; 6' to 10' 10-1/4" length
Shells: Carbon Steel
Tubes: 3/8" or 5/8" diameter, Copper and Admiralty, Straight tube configuration
Baffles: Precision punched Carbon Steel or Brass
Flow: Available in 1-pass designs only
Codes: ASME
Codes & Certifications
Basco™ heat exchangers are designed and manufactured to comply with a wide variety of international codes and standards, including:
- EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
- Chinese Safety Quality License
- Australian Pressure Vessel Code AS1210
- Singapore Pressure Vessel Code
- DOSH Malaysian Pressure Vessel Code
- Canadian Registration Number (CRN)
- Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR)
- Polish UDT Code
- API 614, 660, 618
Performance Notes
- Tubes are effectively arranged to maximize heat transfer and reduce cooling water usage
- Removable tube bundle simplifies cleaning of both tube and shell sides, and reduces future maintenance costs
- Double packed floating tubesheet with O-ring seal protection permits expansion and contraction without strain or intermixing of fluids
- Tell-tale holes allow easy visual detection of leaks
- Cast iron moisture separator provides maximum efficiency in removing virtually all particulate matter over the entire operating range
- Separators bolt directly to the aftercooler without spools, minimizing pressure drop and overall length
- Standard operating pressures 75 to 150 PSI; units for up to 300 PSI available for specialized applications