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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10749162Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment 333 Sq Ft Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205, 2023
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment 333 Square Foot Horizontal Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 288.3 psi at 32 to 330 degrees F, 16' 7'' Tube length. Carbon steel head. 15'' Shell diameter. Duplex 2205 shell rated 662.3 psi at 32 to 300 degrees F. National Board #572, Serial #WHA22-087-2-1-B, built 2023.
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10749164Wuxi 333 Sq Ft Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, Duplex 2205 Tubes & Shell, High Pressure
Used Wuxi Chemical Equipment 333 Square Foot Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, Horizontal. Duplex 2205 stainless steel tubes rated 288.3 psi at 32 to 330 degrees F, 16' 7'' Tube length. 15'' Shell diameter. Carbon steel head. Duplex 2205 shell rated 662.3 psi at 32 to 300 degrees F. National Board #574, Serial #WHA22-087-2-2-D, built 2023.
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53393012Used – Horizontal, Carbon Steel, Aurora Industrial Machining Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 150 PSI
Used Horizontal Aurora Industrial Machining Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Approximately 343 square feet. Carbon steel (SA53B) Shell rated 150psi at -20 to 350 Degrees F. (262) 304 Stainless steel .625" diameter straight tubes rated 150psi at -20 to 350 Degrees F. Openings shell: 4" (inlet), 4" (outlet), 2" (relief), tubes: 10" (inlet), (3) 3/4" (vent/drain). National Board# 3056, Serial# 4142, built 1997.
MFR: Aurora
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13140018Used Approximately 3900 Square Foot Kennedy Tank & Manufacturing Co Heat Exchanger
Used- Kennedy Tank & Manufacturing Co Horizontal Heat Exchanger. 304 Stainless shell and tube side. Overall dimensions: 44" diameter x 20'6" long. Shell rated 50 at 250 degree F and tubes rated 38/FV at 250 degree F. Built 1997. Mounted on short saddles. Fittings: top (1) 4", (2) 6"; shell vent/drain (2) 2"; bottom (1) 24" and (1) 6". Tubes are 15' face to face length with (990) 1" tubes. Included bolt-on dished heads. Approximately 3900 Square Foot
MFR: Kennedy
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48425001Used Southern Heat Exchanger Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 4,372 Sq Ft, Carbon Steel Shell, 430 SS Tubes
Used- Southern Heat Exchanger Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Approximate 4,372 Square Feet, Horizontal. (514) 1-1/4" Diameter x approximate 307" long 430 stainless steel tubes rated 160 psi at 20 to 450 degrees F. Carbon steel shell rated 305 psi at 20 to 650/450 degrees F. Openings shell (2) 12", (1) 10", (1) 4", tubes (1) 22-1/2". Single head, 321 stainless steel. Saddle mounted. National Board # 12268, Serial # 03-407. Built 2005. NOTE: No Head.
MFR: Southern Heat Exchanger
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31729P.X. Engineering U Tube Heat Exchanger
Unused- PX Engineering U Tube Heat Exchanger, 4611 Square Feet, Horizontal. Carbon steel shell rated 150 psi at 200 degrees F. (668) 5/8'' Diameter x 252'' long 304 stainless steel tubes rated 75 psi at 212 degrees F. 304 Stainless steel tube sheet and heads. (2) 10" Shell nozzles, (2) 12" nozzles in head. Saddle mounted. Year 1980.
MFR: PX Engineering
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10151584Used Paget 316L Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 564 Sq. Ft., Horizontal
Used Paget 316L Stainless Steel Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger 564 Sq. Ft., Horizontal. Approximately 564 Square Feet. 316L Stainless steel shell rated 150 psi at -20 to 120 degrees F. (293) 316L Stainless steel 3/4'' tubes rated 50 psi at -20 to 250 degrees F. National Board # 26149, Serial # 21-304, built 2022.
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48325001Joseph Oat Corporation 8 Pass U Tube Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger
Unused- Joseph Oat Corporation 8 Pass U Tube Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 5700 Square Feet, Horizontal. Carbon steel shell rated 150 psi at 200 degrees F. (1194) 3/4" Diameter x 11 long 304L stainless steel tubes rated 150 psi at 200 degrees F. 304L Stainless steel head and tubesheets. Openings for shell (2) 14", for tubes (2) 10". Mounted on saddles. Serial # 2692A. National Board # 3606. Built 2012.
MFR: Joseph Oat Corp.
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48325002Unused Joseph Oat Corporation 8-Pass U-Tube Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 5,700 Sq Ft, Carbon Steel Shell, 304L SS Tubes
Unused- Joseph Oat Corporation 8 Pass U Tube Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 5700 Square Feet, Horizontal. Carbon steel shell rated 150 psi at 200 degrees F. (1194) 3/4" Diameter x 11' long 304L stainless steel tubes rated 150 psi at 200 degrees F. 304L Stainless steel head and tubesheets. Openings for shell (2) 14", for tubes (2) 10". Mounted on saddles. Serial # 2692B, National Board # 3607. Built 2012.
MFR: Joseph Oat Corp.
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46379023Unused 6,179 Sq. Ft. Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger with TP405 Stainless Tubes
Unused- 8 Pass Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 6,179 Square Feet, Horizontal. Carbon steel shell rated 425 psi/ full vacuum at -20 to 650 degrees F. (1,008) 1" Diameter x 24' long TP405 stainless steel tubes rated 500 psi/ full vacuum at -20 to 650 degrees F. Carbon steel heads. Openings: shell (2) 16", tubes (2) 10". Saddle mounted. Mfg. Daekyung Machinery & Engineering. Serial# DK2007-090B, National Board# 2418. Built 2008. Dimensions 386"L X 82"W X 103"T. Weight 70,300 lbs. Documents available. Nitrogen purged by manufacturer after testing and prior to storage.
MFR: Daekyung Machinery & Engineering
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53907002Used Heat Transfer Systems Tube Reboiler/Heat Exchanger – 7062 Sq Ft, 304L SS, Vertical/Horizontal
Used- Heat Transfer Systems Inc. Stainless Steel Tube Reboiler/Heat Exchanger. 7062 square foot surface area; 57" diameter; Carbon steel steam shell; 304L stainless steel tubes and tube sheets; 16' shell length; 23'8" overall length; Vertical orientation (can be used horizontal); 75 PSI/FV @ 320F Shell Side (MAWP); 60 PSI/FV @ 320F Tube Side (MAWP); 31 Deg F/75 PSI Shell Side (MDMT); 31 Deg F/60 PSI Tube Side (MDMT); 15 PSI/FV @ 320F Shell Side (MAWP-External); 15 PSI/FV @ 320F Tube Side (MAWP-External). BEM exchanger configuration. S/N #13138-5. NB #2068. Built 2011. Unit is from ethanol distillation column system.
MFR: Heat Transfer Systems
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53267059Sistersville Tank Works Incorporated Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger
Used- Sistersville Tank Works Incorporated Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Approximately 745 square foot 316L stainless steel 20" diameter X 20' face to face length. 316L SS shell side rated 150 PSI @ 20 to 320 degrees F. (190) 3/4" 316L SS tubes rated 150 PSI @ 20 to 305 degrees F. 3" Process nozzles with 1" vent and drain. 3" service nozzles. NB# 3879, S/N: 06- 290. Built 2007. Weight 6150#. Missing one head
MFR: Sisterville Tank Works
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.