Overview
The Thermal Transfer EKS-718-T is a water-cooled hydraulic oil cooler engineered for general-purpose industrial cooling applications. This compact, efficient heat exchanger delivers cost-effective thermal management in hydraulic power systems, machinery cooling, and equipment requiring continuous heat rejection.
Key Features
- Aluminum Finned Tube Bundle: Maximizes surface area for optimal heat rejection while minimizing water consumption
- Two-Pass Design: Efficient dual-pass configuration for improved heat transfer performance
- Low-Cost, Compact Form Factor: Ideal for space-constrained installations and budget-conscious applications
- Optional Surge-Cushion® Bypass: Provides cold-start protection and protects against pressure surges during operation
- Reliable Pressure Performance: Rated for shell and tube side pressures with proven industrial durability
Technical Specifications
- Maximum Shell Pressure: 500 PSI
- Maximum Tube Pressure: 150 PSI
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 250°F
- Oil Flow Rate: 12 GPM
- Heat Rejection Capacity: Up to 43 HP removed
- Connection Types: SAE O-ring oil connections (shell); NPT water connections (tube)
- Tube Material: Copper cooling tube for enhanced heat transfer
- Series Classification: EK Series (water-cooled, shell-and-tube design)
- Mounting Type: Bracket mounting available
Typical Applications
- Hydraulic power unit cooling and temperature control
- Industrial machinery heat rejection systems
- Oil-cooled servo and pump systems
- General-purpose industrial fluid cooling
- OEM equipment cooling circuits requiring compact footprint and low water usage
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Hydraulic power units with SAE O-ring oil connections
- Water-cooled cooling systems with NPT port connections
- General industrial cooling loops rated for 150 PSI tube-side pressure
- Systems operating at temperatures up to 250°F
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Thermal Transfer standard EK Series models with matching port configurations
- OEM hydraulic coolers with equivalent SAE and NPT connection layouts
- Verify exact model compatibility with your system integrator before ordering
Works With
- Standard hydraulic fluids and mineral oils compatible with 250°F continuous operation
- Industrial water systems requiring minimal cooling fluid flow
- Hydraulic systems designed for modular cooler integration
- Optional Surge-Cushion® bypass for enhanced system protection
