Choosing Heat Transfer Fluids

摘要

Industrial users have many high temperature heat transfer fluids from which to choose. Some of these fluids are recommended for open-to-atmosphere systems and some are not. Likewise, some are rated for use as high as 750°F (398℃), while others are only recommended for temperatures up to 450°F (232℃). All claim to transfer heat efficiently, but what other factors should be considered? It is important to understand the two main culprits of fluid breakdown - oxidation and thermal degradation - and fluid types.