Used Heat Exchangers for Sale
Used heat exchangers are industrial systems designed to transfer heat between two or more fluids without direct contact. These systems are widely used in chemical processing, food production, energy, and HVAC applications where efficient temperature control is essential. Heat exchangers support processes such as heating, cooling, condensation, and evaporation across a wide range of operating conditions. Aaron Equipment offers used heat exchangers for sale in various designs, materials, and configurations to meet specific thermal performance requirements and process demands. Browse available inventory below or explore heat exchanger types to find equipment aligned with your application.
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14191135Used Pfaudler 26 Sq Ft Tantalum Condenser – Alloy Tubes, CS Shell, 90 PSIG, Type 08-060-BEM-26
Used Pfaudler 26 Sq Ft Tantalum Condenser Alloy Tubes, CS Shell, 90 PSIG, Type 08-060-BEM-26. 8"D x 60"L tubes. Tantalum 2-1/2% Tungsten Alloy Tubes rated 90PSIG/FV@350F. Carbon Steel Shell, 100PSIG/FV@200F. Serial #J064685. National Board #51515. Built 2005.
MFR: Pfaudler
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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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45477002Used Heat Transfer Systems U-Tube Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger – 2,858 Sq. Ft., Carbon Steel
Used- Heat Transfer Systems U-Tube Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, Approximately 2858 Square Feet, Horizontal. Carbon steel shell rated 80 psi at -20 to 250 degrees F. (280) 3/4" Diameter x 26' long carbon steel tubes rated 100 psi at -20 to 150 degrees F. Carbon steel tube sheet and head. Openings: shell 4", 14"; openings for tubes (2) 12". Mounted on carbon steel saddles. Serial # 12915-2, National Board #1802.
MFR: Heat Inc
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53674003Xylem Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger
Unused- Xylem Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. 26.6 square meter (286.3 square feet) effective surface area, Horizontal. Carbon-steel shell. Shell side: 171 PSI at -20 to 500 degrees F.. Tube side 221 PSI at -20 to 500 degrees F. Copper-Nickel (CuNi 90/10) tubes. NB #316316. Built 2019. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
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50420001Ellett Industries Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger. Used
Used- Ellett Industries Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, 2890 Square Foot, Vertical. Single pass. (1125) Zirconium (SB-523) 3/4" diameter x 13' 2" long tubes rated 50 psi at 400 degrees F. 304 Stainless steel shell rated 75 psi at 100 degrees F. Side lug mounted. Buddle: National board # 659. Serial # 43624. Built 2006. Shell & heads: National board # 49114. Serial # 4901035. Built 1989.
MFR: Ellet Mfg
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10749158Used Fabsco 299 Sq Ft Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Carbon Steel, 405 PSI, 2023
Used Fabsco 299 sq. ft. Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. Carbon steel tubes rated 405 psi at 32 to 330 degrees F. 13' Tube length. Carbon steel head. Carbon steel shell rated 405 psi at 5 to 300 degrees F. 15'' Shell diameter. National Board # 11283, Serial # S21-13258-10, built 2023.
MFR: Fabsco
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10749159Fabsco Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, 299 Square Foot
Used Fabsco Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, 299 Square Foot. Carbon steel tubes rated 405 psi at 32 to 330 degrees F. 13' Tube length. Carbon steel head. Carbon steel shell rated 405 psi at 5 to 300 degrees F. 15'' Shell diameter. National Board # 11282, Serial # S21-13258-9, 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
Types of Used Heat Exchangers Available
Aaron Equipment offers a range of used heat exchangers designed to support heat transfer, process cooling, and thermal management applications:
Shell & Tube Stainless Steel Heat Exchangers – Versatile exchangers with tube bundles enclosed in a shell, ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature applications.
Shell & Tube Carbon Steel Heat Exchangers – Durable exchangers suited for non-corrosive fluids and heavy-duty industrial heat transfer applications.
Plate Type Heat Exchangers – Compact exchangers with stacked plates that provide efficient heat transfer in a small footprint.
Air Cooled / Fin Fan Heat Exchangers – Systems that use ambient air and finned tubes to dissipate heat without requiring water cooling.
Scraped Surface Heat Exchangers – Specialized exchangers designed for viscous, sticky, or fouling materials requiring continuous surface cleaning.
Spiral Heat Exchangers – Compact units with spiral flow paths that enhance heat transfer efficiency and reduce fouling.
Heat Exchanger Applications & Industry Uses
Used heat exchangers are essential across industries where controlled heating or cooling is required for process efficiency and product quality. Common applications include:
Chemical Processing: Heating and cooling of process streams and reaction control
Food & Beverage: Pasteurization, cooking, and cooling of liquid products
Energy & Utilities: Heat recovery, steam condensation, and power generation support
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Temperature control for sensitive formulations
HVAC Systems: Facility heating, cooling, and air handling
These systems play a critical role in improving energy efficiency, reducing operating costs, and maintaining process stability.
Used Heat Exchanger Buying Considerations
When selecting a used heat exchanger, it is important to evaluate both process requirements and equipment condition:
Condition & Maintenance History: Review refractory lining, heating elements, and prior use
Heat Transfer Requirements: Evaluate temperature differences and thermal duty
Fluid Compatibility: Ensure materials match corrosiveness and cleanliness requirements
Pressure & Temperature Ratings: Confirm suitability for operating conditions
Design Type: Shell & tube, plate, or air-cooled based on application
Fouling & Maintenance Needs: Consider ease of cleaning and maintenance
Condition & Service History: Review wear, scaling, and prior usage
Why Buy Used Heat Exchangers
Buying used heat exchangers provides a cost-effective solution for improving or expanding thermal systems without the long lead times of new equipment. Used units offer proven performance and are often available for immediate shipment, helping facilities maintain uptime and reduce capital investment.
Aaron Equipment sources high-quality heat exchangers from leading manufacturers, providing reliable solutions for a wide range of industrial applications.
Sell Your Used Heat Exchangers
Aaron Equipment actively purchases surplus heat exchangers, including shell & tube, plate, and air-cooled systems. Whether upgrading equipment or decommissioning assets, our team can help maximize value.
A heat exchanger is a system that transfers heat between two fluids without mixing them. It is used to heat or cool process streams in industrial applications.
Common types include shell and tube, plate, air-cooled, scraped surface, and spiral heat exchangers. Each type is designed for specific heat transfer requirements and applications.
Choosing the right heat exchanger depends on temperature requirements, fluid properties, pressure conditions, and required heat transfer efficiency.
Yes. Used heat exchangers are built for long service life and can remain highly reliable when properly maintained, cleaned, and inspected.
Heat exchangers are used in chemical processing, food production, energy, pharmaceuticals, and HVAC systems where temperature control is critical.