Used Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale
Shell and tube heat exchangers are industrial thermal transfer systems designed to efficiently transfer heat between two fluids using a bundle of tubes enclosed within a cylindrical shell. Stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers are specifically engineered for applications requiring corrosion resistance, sanitary conditions, and durability in demanding environments. Used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers are widely used in chemical processing, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, and energy systems. Aaron Equipment offers used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers for sale in a range of sizes, pressure ratings, and configurations to meet diverse process requirements.
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10749163Used 234 Sq Ft Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205 Tubes, 316L Stainless Shell, 130 Tube Holes
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment Horizontal 234 Square Foot Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 532 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F, 9' Tube length, 130 tube holes. Carbon steel head. 15'' Shell diameter. 316L Stainless Steel shell rated 186.7 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F. National Board #530, Serial #WHA22-025-1, built 2023.
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10749156Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 234 Sq Ft, Duplex 2205, 2023
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment 234 sq. ft. Horizontal Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 532 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F. 9' Tube length. 316L Stainless Steel shell rated 186.7 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F. 15'' Shell diameter. Carbon steel head. National Board # 531, Serial # WHA22-030-1, built 2023.
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10749161Used 272 Sq Ft Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205 Tubes, 316L Shell, High Temp 430°F
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment 272 Square Foot Horizontal Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 532 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F, 10' 6'' Tube length. Carbon steel head. 15'' Shell diameter. 316L Stainless steel shell rated 186.7 psi at 32 to 430 degrees F. National Board #512, Serial #WHA22-026-1, built 2023.
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53267153Used JFD Tube & Coil 282.5 Sq. Ft. 304L Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – Industrial Heat Transfer Unit
Used JFD Tube & Coil 282.5 Sq. Ft. 304L Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger Industrial Heat Transfer Unit. 12" diameter X 144" face to face length. 304L shell rated 150 PSIG @ -20 to 200F. (122) 0.75" 304L tubes rated 150 PSIG @ -20 to 200F. Unit is single pass with 6" process nozzles and 2.5" service nozzles. Mounted on short carbon steel saddles. NB# 1021, S/N 10215-B. Built 2011, Weight 1700#.
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53267162JFD Tube & Coil 282.5 Sq. Ft. Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger for Industrial Cooling and Heating Applications
JFD Tube & Coil 282.5 Sq. Ft. Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger for Industrial Cooling and Heating Applications. 12" diameter X 144" face to face length. 304L shell rated 150 PSIG @ -20 to 200F. (122) 0.75" 304L tubes rated 150 PSIG @ -20 to 200F. Unit is single pass with 6" process nozzles and 2.5" service nozzles. Mounted on short carbon steel saddles. NB# 1021, S/N 10215-B. Built 2011, Weight 1700#.
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10749157Fabsco Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 284 Sq Ft, Duplex Stainless Tubes, Carbon Steel Shell
Used Fabsco Horizontal 284 sq. ft. Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 150 psi at 32 to 150 degrees F, 14' Tube length. Carbon steel head. Carbon Steel shell rated 265 psi at 32 to 300 degrees F. 21'' Shell diameter. National Board #11170, Serial #S21-13258-6, built 2023.
MFR: Fabsco
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10749155Used Fabsco 284 Sq Ft Horizontal Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205 Tubes, 2023
Used Fabsco 284 Square Foot Horizontal Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 150 psi at 32 to 150 degrees F, 14' Tube length, 3/4'' tube diameter. 21'' Shell diameter. Carbon steel head. Carbon Steel shell rated 265 psi at 32 to 300 degrees F. National Board #11171, Serial #S21-13258-7, built 2023.
MFR: Fabsco
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50467039Buy Used Ketema Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 3.2 Sq. Ft., High-Pressure Rated
Used- Ketema Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 3.2 Square Feet, Type MVHT-1-A-SS. (28) .375" diameter x 14" long 316 stainless steel tubes rated 300 psi and full vacuum at 650 degrees F. Carbon steel shell rated 150 psi at 400 degrees F. Size 4-Y-14. 1.5" tubes inlet/outlets, 1" shell inlet/outlets. Serial # WL-950429/2.
MFR: Ketema
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50467040Used Ketema MVHT-1-A-SS Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 3.2 Sq. Ft., 300 PSI
Used- Ketema Type MVHT-1-A-SS Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 3.2 Square Feet. (28) .375" Diameter x 14" long 316 stainless steel tubes rated 300 psi and full vacuum at 650 degrees F. carbon steel shell rated 150 psi at 400 degrees F, Size 4-Y-14. 1.5" tubes inlet/outlets, 1" shell inlet/outlets. Serial # WL-950429/A1,
MFR: Ketema
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52862007Used Anhydro Vertical Heat Exchanger / Reboiler – Hastelloy Tubes, 31.8 Sq Ft
Used- Anhydro Vertical Heat Exchanger / Reboiler, Approximate 31.8 Square Feet. Carbon steel shell rated 100psi / FV external at -20 to 600 degrees F. (31) 1" Diameter x 47" long Hastelloy C-276 tubes rated 15 psi internal / 100 psi external at -20 to 600 degrees F. 15,000 Btu/h. Openings: (2) 2", (2) 1". Side lug mounted. Certified by Orbit Industries, National Board# 1025, Serial# 8306-PV-2. No bottom head.
MFR: Anhydro
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52862008Industrial Vertical Heat Exchanger – Anhydro, 31.8 Sq Ft, No Bottom Head
Used- Anhydro Vertical Heat Exchanger / Reboiler, Approximate 31.8 Square Feet. Carbon steel shell rated 100psi / FV external at -20 to 600 degrees F. (31) 1" Diameter x 47" long Hastelloy C-276 tubes rated 15 psi internal / 100 psi external at -20 to 600 degrees F. 15,000 Btu/h. Openings: (2) 2", (2) 1". Side lug mounted. Certified by Orbit Industries, National Board# 1024, Serial# 8306-PV-1. No bottom head.
MFR: Anhydro
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10749160Used 333 Sq Ft Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205 Construction, 662 PSI Shell Rating, 2023
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment Horizontal 333 sq. ft. Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 288.3 psi at 32 to 330 degrees F, 16' 7'' tube length. Duplex 2205 shell rated 662.3 psi at 32 to 300 degrees F. 15'' Shell diameter. Carbon steel head. National Board #573, Serial #WHA22-087-2-2-C, built 2023.
Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger Applications & Typical Use Cases
Used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers are commonly used in processes requiring reliable and efficient heat transfer. Typical applications include:
Heating and cooling process fluids in chemical manufacturing
Pasteurization and thermal processing in food and beverage production
Condensing and evaporating duties in industrial systems
Pharmaceutical processing requiring sanitary conditions
Heat recovery and energy efficiency applications
These exchangers are ideal for handling corrosive fluids and maintaining product purity.
When to Choose a Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger
Stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers are best suited for applications involving corrosive materials, hygienic requirements, or high-pressure and high-temperature conditions. They are often selected over other heat exchanger types when durability, cleanability, and material compatibility are critical. These systems are widely used when long service life and resistance to fouling or contamination are important factors.
Used Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger Buying Considerations
When evaluating a used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchanger, consider:
Material grade: Verify stainless steel type (e.g., 304, 316) for corrosion resistance and process compatibility
Heat transfer area: Determines efficiency and suitability for required thermal load
Pressure and temperature ratings: Ensure compliance with operating conditions
Tube bundle condition: Inspect for fouling, corrosion, or damage affecting performance
Configuration and orientation: Fixed tube sheet, U-tube, or floating head designs impact maintenance and cleaning
Why Buy Used Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
Purchasing a used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchanger can significantly reduce capital costs while maintaining reliable heat transfer performance. Many units are available for immediate delivery, helping facilities avoid long fabrication lead times. Used equipment also provides access to durable, high-quality exchangers suitable for demanding industrial and sanitary applications.
Sell Your Used Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers from a wide range of manufacturers and configurations. Whether you are upgrading systems, decommissioning equipment, or liquidating assets, our team can assist with buyouts or consignment opportunities.
A stainless steel shell and tube heat exchanger is a thermal transfer device that uses a bundle of tubes inside a shell to transfer heat between fluids. Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance and durability for demanding applications.
They are used for heating, cooling, condensing, and evaporating fluids in industries such as chemical processing, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, and energy systems.
Stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, durability, and cleanability, making it ideal for sanitary or corrosive applications. It is commonly used when product purity and long service life are critical.
The cost depends on factors such as size, material grade, pressure rating, configuration, and condition. Larger units or specialized designs typically command higher prices.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases used stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers across a variety of sizes and configurations. Submit your equipment details to request an evaluation.