40 Plate Wort Chiller SWEP

Stainless Steel Plate Wort Chiller SWEP E8LASH 40 Plates, made of stainless steel (AISI 316) and brazed with pure copper.

The cooling speed of the wort depends on the tap water temperature and flow rate. It is possible to cool the wort with a small heat exchanger, but this will require a large amount of cooling water. In the long term, it is more economical to purchase a more efficient exchanger, resulting in lower consumption of cold water.

Specifications:

• Asymmetrical design and narrower channels, providing much greater efficiency than similar exchangers
• Extremely effective for cooling wort with small flow rates
• Better cooling performance and reduced cold water consumption
• Suitable for flow rates of 400 to 800 liters of wort per hour
• 4x external 3/4" thread connections
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 315 × 74 × 59 mm
• Vertical installation recommended
• Connect plate heat exchangers in counterflow, otherwise desired efficiency will not be achieved

We recommend vertical installation to minimize sediment buildup and facilitate easier cleaning. Plate heat exchangers cannot be cleaned mechanically as they are non-dismantlable. Regular chemical cleaning is necessary to prevent clogging. The chiller should be flushed in the opposite direction of normal operation. Use appropriate chemicals for cleaning based on the type of contamination:

• Limescale: We recommend cleaning the exchanger with 5% phosphoric acid or 5% oxalic acid. These acids corrode copper, which the plates are brazed with. Therefore, neutralize with 1-2% sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃).

• Biological/organic deposits: Clean with 4% sodium hydroxide. Use a circulating pump with double flow in the reverse direction of normal operation. The cleaning temperature should not exceed 80°C, as higher temperatures increase corrosiveness and may damage the exchanger.