What is the Chiller Approch ?

What is Chiller Approch?

1. Chilled Water Temperature: This is the temperature of the water after it has been cooled by the chiller. It is typically measured as it exits the chiller.

2. Refrigerant Temperature: This is the temperature of the refrigerant in the evaporator of the chiller. The refrigerant absorbs heat from the chilled water, causing it to evaporate.

3. Approach Temperature: The approach temperature is the difference between the chilled water temperature and the refrigerant temperature. A smaller approach temperature generally indicates a more efficient chiller, as it suggests that the heat transfer between the water and the refrigerant is more effective.

Importance:

-Efficiency: A lower approach temperature can indicate better heat transfer efficiency, meaning the chiller is operating more effectively.

-Maintenance: Monitoring the approach temperature can help in diagnosing issues with the chiller, such as fouled tubes or low refrigerant levels, which can affect performance.

-System Design: Understanding the approach temperature is essential for designing and sizing chiller systems to meet specific cooling requirements.

Example:

If the chilled water leaving the chiller is at 7°C and the refrigerant temperature in the evaporator is at 5°C, the approach temperature would be:

{Approach Temperature) = 7°C -5°C = 2°C

This 2°C difference is the chiller approach, indicating how close the chilled water temperature is to the refrigerant temperature.

Approach Should be O°C to 4°C