Ambient Air Vaporizers

THERMAX SUPERGAP™ Ambient Vaporizers

Thermax Supergap™ Ambient Vaporizers have become the industry standard for ambient air vaporization. Supergap vaporizers use natural convection of air to vaporize liquefied gases. Finned aluminum tubes absorb heat from the air and transfer that heat to the product gas. The huge four-inch gap between fin tips provides room for ice growth, allowing for more than 500 hours of continuous operation without defrost, making Supergaps vaporizers ideal for severe climates and long-duration operation. Extended operation requires a vaporizer switching system. In addition to the standard aluminum construction, units are available with stainless steel and other alloy liners for high-pressure and corrosive applications.

For lined units, substitute HF in model number with:

SS-4.0     (stainless, design pressure = 4,000 psig)
SS-6.0     (stainless, design pressure = 6,000 psig)
SS-EP     (stainless, electro-polish finish)
M-3.0       (monel, design pressure = 3,000 psig)

Features and Benefits

12-inch fin tube center-to-center spacing
4-inch gap between fins
Standard models rated up to 200 MSCFH
Aluminum corrosion-resistant construction
High-strength welded base frame
Withstands 100 mph winds and Zone 4 seismic forces
600 psig standard design pressure on all aluminum units
Severe thermal cycling design
Enhanced internal 16-fin heat transfer area, highest in industry
No-crate shipping design for larger models
Perimeter frame and legs for unrestricted airflow
ANSI B31.3, CRN (all provinces), and PED Category IV Module B & D compliant

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