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Heat Exchanger Problem

Heat Exchanger Problem

Heat Exchanger Problem

(OP)
Hello I need some help with a heat exchanger calculations.

A counterflow H Ex uses combustion gases to heat air for a process.

The data T1 in(air)= 25C , T3 in (gases)=180C and T4 out (gases)= 85C
air mass flow= 1 kg/s, gases m= 1.8 kg/s
The combustion gases lose heat to the environment by 5 KW

If I consider 4.18 Kj/KgK as Cp for both streams what would be the heat transfered to the air and the S generated?

I got Q air to be = 714.8 KW but for the enthropy no answer yet.

Is S gen = m air (Cp ln T2/T1) x Q surround/T surrondings alright? in KW/K Do I consider Ts of air here?

Thanks for your comments,

S

RE: Heat Exchanger Problem

Given that you've been on the forums for a couple years, I'm pretty sure this isn't a student post (which is why I think you've not received any answers.)

I think though that you'd be best served by investing in some software to calculate your answer. While someone could answer your questions, are you really sure you want to base your design off of what an anonymous person on the Internet tells you? Isn't it better to get the software yourself and have your own answers?

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RE: Heat Exchanger Problem

(OP)
Thank you Energymix, Im sure youre a very kind human being..

RE: Heat Exchanger Problem

I guess the first question from me would be, are you sure about the 4.18 kJ/kg.K?

The second question would be, what is the basis for the 5 kW heat loss?

I disagree with the Cp value. Should be about 4 times lower for air, ald lower still for the hot gas.

RE: Heat Exchanger Problem

Yes I am Stern. I took the time to answer your question and saved it from going completely unanswered due to people saying "student post" due to the way it was worded. So you're welcome. In the two years you have been on these forums have you done that for anyone else?

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RE: Heat Exchanger Problem

(OP)
Yes, Cp should be 1.005 KJ/Kg K and I found with an entropy balance m1s1 + m3s3 - m1s2 - m3s4 -Q/T =0 the answer.

Thank you all..

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