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In 산업용 냉각기, thermal oil and pure water are the two most common coolant media. A chiller using oil is called an oil cooling chiller. One that uses water is called a water cooling chiller. What’s the difference? How do you choose the right one for your process?

What is an Oil Cooling Chiller?

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An oil cooling chiller uses thermal oil in its coolant loop. The oil absorbs heat from the machine or process and carries it back to the chiller’s evaporator. There, the heat transfers to the refrigerant, and the refrigerant rejects it in the condenser.
 
Oil chillers are used where oil temperature must be controlled, such as in machine spindles, hydraulic systems, or lubrication loops. Because oil has lubricating properties, it not only cools the system but also reduces wear on moving parts.

What is a Water Cooling Chiller?

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A water cooling chiller uses pure water in the loop to remove heat. Pure water is inexpensive, has a high specific heat capacity, and transfers heat well. That’s why it’s common in 공정 냉각기. You’ll find it in injection molding, 실험실 냉각기, and MRI cooling systems.

Oil Cooling vs. Water Cooling Chillers

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Cooling Efficiency

Water’s specific heat capacity is about 4.18 kJ/kg·K. This means water can store and carry more heat per unit volume than oil. Thermal oils vary by type, but all are lower than water. Water also has higher thermal conductivity, so heat moves faster through it. For large heat loads or where fast cooling is critical, water chillers usually win.

온도 범위

Most water chillers run between 5°C and 30°C. Below 0°C, water freezes, so it’s not suited for sub-zero cooling unless you add glycol to lower the freezing point.
 
Thermal oil has a much lower freezing point and a high boiling point. Many oils can run from -20°C to 120°C or more, depending on formulation. High-performance oils can handle 300°C. Oil is a good fit for high-temperature or extreme conditions, especially when the lubricant must stay at a controlled temperature.

유지 관리

Water systems need regular checks for pH, hardness, and contamination. Without treatment, scale or corrosion can damage equipment.
 
Oil systems need oil quality checks and periodic replacement. Key points are keeping the loop clean, maintaining pumps, and checking seals to prevent contamination. High temperatures speed up oil aging, so temperature control is still important.

비용

Water is cheap and easy to refill. But it needs frequent maintenance, which adds to long-term cost. Oil is more expensive upfront and costs more to replace, but the maintenance interval is longer. Over time, oil systems can be more cost-effective if downtime is expensive.

애플리케이션

Water is common in labs, pharma, and food processing, where efficiency and cleanliness matter. Oil is used in lubrication cooling, compressor oil cooling, turbines, and high-temp industrial machines where stability and lubrication are key.

How to Choose？

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Process and Heat Load

Calculate the heat load from your equipment or process. Know the peak heat output and the allowable temperature rise. If the heat load is high and you need fast cooling, choose a water-cooling chiller with higher heat transfer efficiency.

Temperature Range and Min/Max Process Temperatures

For low temperatures (≤0 °C, anti-freeze required): If the chiller runs above 5 °C and the max temperature is around ambient, water is fine. If you need to go below 0 °C but above –40 °C, a glycol–water mixture at the right concentration is more cost-effective. For process temperatures above 100 °C, go with a thermal oil system that can handle high heat and won’t evaporate easily.

Lubrication or Oil Contact Needs

If the coolant loop also needs to provide lubrication or comes into direct contact with gears, bearings, or hydraulic parts, choose an oil-based coolant.

Sanitation Requirements

For food, pharma, or any process that could be affected by microbial growth, treated water is a better choice. Oil is often not acceptable in clean environments. If scaling or corrosion is a concern, oil can be considered.

Maintenance and Cost

Water-based coolants have lower upfront cost and higher cooling efficiency, but they need more frequent maintenance. Do you have staff who can handle water treatment, scale prevention, and disinfection? If not, oil-based coolant costs more but requires fewer shutdowns for maintenance, reducing daily workload.

Equipment Compatibility and Vendor Support

Make sure the coolant is compatible with your heat exchanger, pumps, seals, and piping to avoid material damage. Also, you will need technical help and after-sales support during operation. Work with a chiller supplier who can provide long-term technical service and reliable support.

결론

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If you’re choosing a chiller for a new project or upgrading old equipment, LNEYA offers a full range of cooling systems. We supply water-cooling chillers, oil-cooling chillers, and 글리콜 칠러, with 공랭식, 수냉식, 스크롤, and screw models to choose from. If a standard unit can’t meet your temperature control needs, our technical team can design a custom solution.
 
Contact us to discuss your cooling requirements.