9 Dry Cooling Terms Nobody Really Understands

Dry cooling is an interesting, yet complex process. Although it has been around for a long time, many of the terms that describe it are unfamiliar to most.

How Does an Air Cooled Condenser Work?

An air cooled condenser (ACC) is a direct dry cooling system where steam is condensed inside air-cooled finned tubes. The cool ambient air flow outside the finned tubes is what removes heat and defines the functionality of an ACC. I

What Are Finned Tubes Used For?

Air cooled heat exchangers (ACHE) -part of the broader heat exchanger family – are made of finned tubes. Within these tubes, various types of fluids are cooled or condensed. Outside of the tubes, air flows around the fins to remove heat.