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What is a cascade refrigeration system?

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CASCADE REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS :

cascade refrigeration systems are commonly used in the liquefaction of natural gas and some other gases

  • cascade refrigeration system is also known as freezing system. It uses two types of refrigerants having different boiling points.
  • this system is employed to obtain temperature of -40 to -80
  • It allows stable ultra low temperature operation

examples of cascade refrigeration system: LNG (Liquefied natural gas ) plants mostly used cascade refrigeration system

ADVANTAGES OF CASCADE REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS:

  • energy is saved because the system allows the use of refrigerant gases
  • the running cost is inexpensive
  • repair is easy
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