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Chemical Engineering
McCabe-Thiele Method Calculator
Estimates the number of theoretical trays needed to separate a binary mixture by distillation given compositions, reflux ratio, and relative volatility. Useful for preliminary column design and feasibility studies.
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Chemical Engineering
LMTD Heat Exchanger Calculator
Compute the log mean temperature difference (LMTD) — the effective driving force for heat transfer in a heat exchanger, given the four end-of-fluid temperatures. The standard input to the design equation Q = U·A·LMTD for sizing or rating exchangers.
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Key differences
| McCabe-Thiele Method Calculator | LMTD Heat Exchanger Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Chemical Engineering | Chemical Engineering |
| Inputs required | 5 | 4 |
| Result | Theoretical Stages Required (stages) | LMTD (°C) |
| What it does | Estimates the number of theoretical trays needed to separate a binary mixture by distillation given compositions, reflux ratio, and relative volatility. Useful for preliminary column design and feasibility studies. | Compute the log mean temperature difference (LMTD) — the effective driving force for heat transfer in a heat exchanger, given the four end-of-fluid temperatures. The standard input to the design equation Q = U·A·LMTD for sizing or rating exchangers. |