Cleanable Heat Exchangers
Cleanable heat exchangers are designed to allow direct cleaning of the hydraulic circuit, making them ideal for industrial applications where deposits, scaling, or specific fluids require periodic maintenance and full access to the heat transfer tubes.
This type of exchanger is used in sectors demanding high reliability, severe operating conditions, and full compliance with major pressure vessel codes.
Key Features
Maximum dimensions
Fully customizable sizes according to plant requirements
Removable headers designed for internal tube cleaning
Rows, lengths, and geometries adaptable to process needs
Modular configurations available for easier maintenance
Materials
Fins
Aluminum
Pre-painted aluminum
Aluminum-magnesium
Hydrophilic aluminum
Copper
Stainless steel (304/316)
Tubes
Copper
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
Special alloys for high-temperature or corrosive applications
Structural components
Removable headers in carbon steel or stainless steel
Tube sheets designed for full access to the internal circuit
Materials compliant with the strictest pressure codes
Available geometries
Configurations customized for fluid, pressure, and process type
In-line or staggered rows
Layouts suitable for heavy-duty industrial environments
Option to integrate P25, P3012, P40 geometries when required
Options and accessories
Fully removable headers and end caps for internal cleaning
Anti-corrosion treatments (Heresite, Blygold, cataphoresis, etc.)
Accessories for installation and maintenance in complex plants
Dedicated materials and thicknesses for high-pressure or high-temperature applications
Possibility of design according to client-specific standards
Guaranteed performance
DBM cleanable heat exchangers ensure high efficiency, operational stability, and maximum maintainability:
Designed according to major pressure codes: ASME VIII Div.1, EN 13445, AD 2000, VSR, and other codes upon request
Easy inspection and cleaning of the hydraulic circuit
Mechanical robustness for demanding industrial applications
Materials and thicknesses sized for severe pressure and temperature conditions
Possibility of joint validations and laboratory testing
Heat exchangers for industrial applications
Selection software
DBM proprietary software allows precise selection of cleanable heat exchangers, with calculations dedicated to thermal and mechanical performance:
Advanced thermal calculation based on experimental models
Automatic definition of tube/plate/header configurations
Standalone version and DLL for integration with OEM systems
Continuous updates derived from R&D activities and internal testing
Want to learn more or have a specific project?
Our technical office will assist you in configuring the cleanable heat exchanger best suited to your application.