Alternative Piping Systems with Munters

Munters provides data centers with efficient cooling technology based on a thermosiphon cooling loop system. This solution cools data centers without requiring refrigerant pumps or compressors for a substantial duration each year. However, using copper pipes to connect the condenser and evaporator poses challenges due to their high cost as a material and the installation process involved. With the rapid growth of data centers, finding ways to improve operational efficiency and prevent pipe installation from becoming a bottleneck is crucial.

Copper has long been the standard piping material for refrigeration and air conditioning systems. It offers several advantages, including excellent strength and pressure limits, a well-established supply chain, zero permeability of refrigerants, and tolerance to lubricant oil. Furthermore, copper is 100% recyclable, making it an environmentally friendly choice. However, copper pipes must be welded or brazed together during installation, requiring a high skill level to ensure proper connections and system integrity. Adding this to the high cost of materials significantly impacts project budgets.

Now, we are looking for piping systems with lower product costs and easier installation than copper pipes. The system must operate up to a maximum working pressure of 20 bar, have an operational temperature of -40 to 65 degrees Celsius, and be suitable for refrigerants such as HFCs and HFOs. The initially required sizes are 2-1/8″ OD and 4-1/8″ OD. It should seamlessly transition to equivalent-sized copper pipes using a Victaulic coupling or other suitable means. Solutions for 90-degree and 45-degree elbows are needed, and the system should weigh less than equivalent-sized copper tubing. Also, it should be ideal for both exterior and interior installations.