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Mechanical
Heat Exchanger Effectiveness Calculator
Calculate the actual heat transfer rate of a heat exchanger using the effectiveness-NTU method. Useful for sizing or evaluating shell-and-tube, plate, or counterflow heat exchangers.
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Mechanical
Pressure Vessel Wall Thickness Calculator
Determines the minimum wall thickness required for cylindrical or spherical pressure vessels under internal pressure. Use it when designing tanks, boilers, or piping to meet safety codes.
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Key differences
| Heat Exchanger Effectiveness Calculator | Pressure Vessel Wall Thickness Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Inputs required | 6 | 5 |
| Result | Heat Transfer Rate (W) | Minimum Wall Thickness (mm) |
| What it does | Calculate the actual heat transfer rate of a heat exchanger using the effectiveness-NTU method. Useful for sizing or evaluating shell-and-tube, plate, or counterflow heat exchangers. | Determines the minimum wall thickness required for cylindrical or spherical pressure vessels under internal pressure. Use it when designing tanks, boilers, or piping to meet safety codes. |