Vortex Tubes
What is a Vortex Tube?
The Vortex Tube is an effective, low cost solution to a wide variety of industrial spot cooling and process cooling needs. Compressed air is injected into the vortex tube, flows at a rate of up to 1,000,000 RPM towards the 'hot' end of the tube. Once this hot air reaches the end, a small amount is exhausted through a control valve. The rest of the air is forced backwards towards the other end and exits as 'cold' air. The Vortex Tube can decrease temperatures by ~115°F (46°C) and raise temperatures up by ~200°F (93°C) from the initial inlet air temperature.
Which Vortex Tube will best suite my needs?
Our Vortex Tubes are available in 2 sizes (Small and Medium). Each Vortex Tube is constructed of stainless steel. The wear resistance of stainless steel, as well as its resistance to corrosion and oxidation, assures that STREAMTEK™ Vortex Tube will provide years of reliable, maintenance free-operation.
 Small Vortex Tube (Up to 550 BTU/Hr. Cooling Capacity) |
 Medium Vortex Tube Up to 2.800 BTU/Hr. Cooling Capacity) |
