Stainless steel hot and cold water gallons are a kind of core component widely used in water heaters, drinking fountains and other equipment, whose main function is to store and transport hot and cold water. In the manufacturing process, stainless steel hot and cold water gallons fully utilize advanced technologies such as metal stamping, deep drawing and sheet metal fabrication. Metal stamping process makes the water gall bladder molding more accurate, to ensure its structural strength and sealing performance; metal deep-drawing technology makes the water gall bladder smooth inner wall, effectively reducing the resistance of water flow, improve the efficiency of heat exchange; sheet metal processing ensures that the water gall bladder appearance and practicality, so that in the long-term use of the process can still maintain good stability and corrosion resistance. The combination of these superb craftsmanship technology, making the stainless steel hot and cold water gallons in the performance and quality has been greatly enhanced to meet the needs of modern families for a healthy life.
Its main design features as well as components are as follows:
Stainless steel hot and cold water gallbladder is the core component in water heating equipment such as water heater, water boiler, etc.
Design features:
1. corrosion resistance: stainless steel material has good corrosion resistance, suitable for long-term withstand the erosion of hot and cold water, to ensure that the water quality is not polluted.
2. high strength: stainless steel material has high strength, can withstand a certain pressure, to adapt to the use of a variety of environmental requirements.
3. High temperature resistance: stainless steel can withstand high temperatures, suitable for water heaters and other high-temperature environment.
4. Heat transfer efficiency: stainless steel has a high heat transfer efficiency, which helps to improve heat utilization and heating speed.
5. Inner liner structure: The inner liner is generally designed as a multi-layer structure to enhance the insulation effect and prevent heat dissipation.
6. Safety performance: the design will consider anti-dry burning, anti-overpressure and other safety measures to ensure the safety of use.
7. Easy to clean: the surface of the inner liner is smooth, not easy to scale, easy to clean and maintain.
Components:
1. inner liner:
- Stainless steel plate: usually use 304 or 316 stainless steel, with good corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance.
- Anti-corrosion layer: some high-end products will add anti-corrosion coating on the stainless steel liner to further extend the service life.
2. Insulation layer:
- Insulation material: such as polyurethane foam, used to reduce heat dissipation and improve thermal efficiency.
3. shell:
- Stainless steel shell: the same or similar material as the inner liner, play a protective and aesthetic role.
4. safety devices:
- Pressure relief valve: automatic pressure relief when the pressure exceeds the safety value to prevent explosion.
- Anti-dry burning device: monitor the amount of water in the water liner to prevent waterless heating.
5. Inlet and outlet water pipes:
- Stainless steel or copper piping: for connecting water inlet and outlet.
The design and manufacture of stainless steel hot and cold water gallons need to strictly follow the relevant national standards and industry norms to ensure product safety and reliability. When purchasing and using stainless steel hot and cold water gallons and related equipment, you should choose products from regular manufacturers and follow the instructions for proper use and maintenance.
The following is a typical manufacturing process:
The manufacturing process for stainless steel hot and cold water gallons is a critical step in ensuring their performance and quality.
1. Material preparation
- Material Selection: Select the appropriate stainless steel material according to the product requirements, usually 304 or 316 stainless steel, due to its better corrosion and heat resistance.
- Cutting: Cut the stainless steel sheet into the required size and shape.
2. Molding
- Stamping: Stamping the stainless steel sheet into preliminary cylindrical or other shapes by using stamping machinery.
- Stretching: Stretching the stamped stainless steel cylinder by stretching process to form the basic shape of the water tank.
3. Welding
- Preparation: Clean the welding area to ensure that there is no oil, rust, etc..
- Welding: Adopt high-precision welding technology such as argon arc welding (TIG welding) or laser welding to ensure that the weld is uniform, flat and has good corrosion resistance.
- Testing: Non-destructive testing, such as X-ray testing, is carried out after the welding is completed to ensure the quality of weld seams.
4. Inner liner treatment
- Inner liner grinding: grind the inner liner to make it smooth and reduce the formation of scale.
- Anti-corrosion treatment: Apply anti-corrosion coating on the surface of the inner liner to improve its durability.
5. Insulation layer construction
- Foaming: Inject polyurethane foaming material on the outside of the water gallon to form an insulation layer.
- Curing: Wait for the foaming material to cure to form a stable insulation layer.
6. Assembly
- Installation of heating elements: Install heating elements such as heating pipes and thermostats to the inside of the water gallon.
- Connecting pipes: connect the inlet and outlet pipes, pressure relief valve, etc. to the water bladder.
- Installation of shell: fix the shell on the outside of the water tank to protect the insulation layer and internal structure.
7. Commissioning and Testing
- Function test: power on the heating test to check whether the heating efficiency, temperature control and other functions are normal.
- Pressure test: carry out pressure test to ensure that the water bladder has no leakage under the specified pressure.
- Safety test: Test whether the safety devices, such as pressure relief valve and anti-dry burning device, are sensitive and reliable.
8. Quality Inspection
- Appearance inspection: check the appearance of the product to ensure that there are no scratches, deformation and other defects.
- Performance test: test the performance indexes of the water gall bladder to ensure that it meets the design requirements.
9. Packaging
- Cleaning: Clean the product surface of oil, dust, etc..
- Packing: Adopt appropriate packing materials for packaging to protect the product from damage during transportation.
The entire manufacturing process requires strict quality control to ensure that each step complies with relevant national and industry standards. The equipment used in the manufacturing process, process parameters, testing methods, etc. will all affect the quality of the final product. Therefore, manufacturers of stainless steel hot and cold water gallons usually have a set of strict production management system to ensure product quality.
Stainless steel hot and cold water gallons have the following advantageous features due to their unique material and design:
Corrosion resistance
- Long-term use: stainless steel material can resist the erosion of chlorine ions and other chemicals in water, suitable for long-term use without rusting.
- Water Quality Protection: It will not release harmful substances like galvanized or plastic materials, keeping the water clean.
High temperature tolerance
- Thermal Stability: Stainless steel can withstand high temperatures inside the hot water gallery without softening or deforming like plastic or other materials.
- Safety: Maintains structural stability in high temperature environments, reducing safety hazards caused by temperature changes.
Strength and Durability
- Mechanical Strength: Stainless steel has high mechanical strength and can withstand pressure and impact without being easily damaged.
- Long-term durability: Due to its corrosion and high temperature resistance, stainless steel water tanks have a long service life, reducing the frequency of replacement and maintenance.
Hygienic
- EASY TO CLEAN: Stainless steel surface is smooth and not easy to adhere to dirt, making it easy to clean and maintain hygiene.
- No bacteria breeding: stainless steel surface is not easy to breed bacteria, which is conducive to maintaining water hygiene.
Thermal efficiency
- Good thermal conductivity: stainless steel has better thermal conductivity, which can transfer heat quickly and improve thermal efficiency.
- Energy saving: Highly efficient thermal conductivity helps to reduce energy loss and realize energy saving effect.
Aesthetics
- Smooth appearance: Stainless steel has a smooth surface with a modern look and feel, suitable for a variety of decorative styles.
- No need for decoration: The texture and color of stainless steel itself has a decorative effect and usually does not require additional decoration.
Environmental friendliness
- Recyclable: Stainless steel material can be recycled and is friendly to the environment.
- Low Pollution: Stainless steel produces less pollution throughout its life cycle.
Applicability
- Widely applicable: Stainless steel hot and cold water gallons are suitable for a variety of environments, including domestic, commercial and industrial use.
Choosing stainless steel hot and cold water gallons as an integral part of your water heating equipment brings long term stable performance and low maintenance costs, making it an ideal choice for many hot water supply systems.
Stainless steel hot and cold water gallons are widely used in a variety of fields and equipment due to their superior performance and characteristics, the following are some of the main application scenarios:
Domestic water
1. Water heaters: including electric water heaters, gas water heaters, etc., used to heat water for daily household use.
2. Instantaneous faucets: Quickly heat water for convenient use in the kitchen and bathroom.
3. bathtub heaters: used to quickly heat water in the bathtub.
Commercial use
1. Hotel and Guesthouse: to provide stable hot water supply for guest rooms.
2. Restaurant kitchen: for dishwasher, washing pool and other places where hot water is needed.
3. Hospitals and schools: to provide hot water for medical treatment and cleaning.
Industrial use
1. Industrial boilers: used as part of a boiler for heating industrial water.
2. food processing: used in the food processing industry for cleaning and sterilizing.
3. chemical industry: used in reactor, cleaning equipment and other processes that require heating.
Public Facilities
1. Public bathrooms: Provide a large amount of hot water for public bathrooms.
2. Swimming pools: used for water temperature regulation of swimming pools.
3. stadiums: to provide hot water for athletes' locker rooms and shower rooms.
Special Applications
1. solar water heater: used with solar collectors to store and heat water.
2. air energy water heater: used as a storage tank for air energy water heaters.
3. Marine water heater: Provide hot water supply on board ships.
The advantages of the application of stainless steel hot and cold water gallons lie in its corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, hygiene and safety, easy maintenance and long-term durability, which makes it very popular in a variety of occasions where hot water supply is required. With the progress of technology and the diversification of market demand, the application range of stainless steel hot and cold water gallons is still expanding.
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