Wetting coatings for dehumidifying heat exchangers.

Author(s) : HONG K., WEBB R. L.

Type of article: Article

Summary

In dehumidifying heat exchangers, hydrophilic coatings applied on the fins reduce the airside pressure drop under the wet condition. In this paper the types of coating (or surface treatment) are categorized, and the wetting mechanism is described.

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  • Original title: Wetting coatings for dehumidifying heat exchangers.
  • Record ID : 2001-2396
  • Languages: English
  • Source: HVAC&R Research - vol. 6 - n. 3
  • Publication date: 2000/08
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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