CAST-X 4000 Circulation Heater

The new CAST-X 4000 circulation heater from CAS delivers high flow volume and electrical power in a compact unit. The CAST-X 4000 is available in single or double tube versions for maximum flexibility and efficiency. The media being heated never comes into direct contact with the heating elements reducing the risk of fluid contamination.

The compact size of the heater is made possible by our cast-in construction. By design, the heater elements are completely embedded in the aluminum. This heats the aluminum mass, creating a thermal flywheel which efficiently transfers heat to the heavy wall 316L stainless steel tubing which is also cast-in. The resulting product delivers maximum power and capacity in a small footprint.

Since the material being heated in the tubing never comes into direct contact with the heating elements, the CAST-X 4000 is ideal for indirect heating applications where contamination and fluid cleanliness are important.

The CAS design outlasts, and out performs a typical immersion heater. The Cast-X 4000 delivers superior performance and long life. With very low maintenance, downtime is minimal and overall cost of ownership is low.

Applications

  • Distillation of fuel oils
  • Oil and water separation
  • Fuel oil preheating for burners and boilers
  • Water and oil heating for foods and beverages
  • Steam generation and superheating
  • Glycol and oil heating for heat transfer systems
  • Deionized water heating for sterilization
  • Air, CO2 and nitrogen heating
  • Fuel and Oil heating for test stands

Features and Benefits

Robust cast-in aluminum construction

  • Ensures an intrinsically safe thermal solution
  • Prevents fluid contamination
  • Heats sensitive materials safely with indirect heating

Low Maintenance

  • Elements never need to be replaced

Dual-tube construction

  • Fluid (water) flow up to 18 GPM for single tube flow
  • Can reduce pressure drop by running tubes in parallel

Fluid path independent of heater sheath

  • Allows sensitive materials to be heated safely
  • Prevents fluid contamination

316L stainless steel seamless tube for fluid path

  • Compatible with a wide range of process materials
  • High-pressure operation up to 2500 psi

Non-welded construction

  • Offers economical package price
  • Minimizes potential leakage

Self-draining

Specifications

TUBE SPECS

Size - 1 in. (25.4mm) outside dia. x .083 (2.1mm) wall

Tube material – 316L stainless steel

Process tube length – 211 in. (536cm) (per tube)

Max. working fluid pressure– 2500 psi (172bar)

WEIGHT

Nema 4, 279 lbs (127g), Atex 305 lbs (138Kg)

MAX WORKING TEMPS

250°F (121°C) (NEMA 7 or ATEX)

500°F (260°C) (NEMA 4)

OPTIONS (STANDARD)

3-phase electrical operation with 208, 240, 380, 415 and 480 Volt configurations

Output power 20kW to 60kW

NEMA 4 terminal enclosure/housing

ATEX approved explosion proof terminal enclosure/housing

OPTIONS (NON-STANDARD)

Passivated or electropolished wetted surfaces

Custom fittings and sensors