What to include in a heat exchanger RFQ
Prepare a useful brief by defining the fluids, thermal conditions and design requirements on both sides.
Information to collect
| Information | What to provide |
|---|---|
| Process duty | Heating, cooling, condensing or another required operation. |
| Hot side | Medium, flow rate, inlet temperature and required outlet temperature. |
| Cold side | Medium, flow rate, inlet temperature and required outlet temperature. |
| Limits | Allowable pressure drop, fouling, cleaning and installation constraints. |
| Design requirements | Materials, design pressure, design temperature, applicable standard and inspection scope. |
Keep unknown values open
State units, distinguish required values from existing operating data, and mark undecided items clearly. Ask the engineering team to identify any missing inputs before assuming that a proposal meets the intended duty.
Use the brief in a technical discussion
This checklist helps organise an enquiry. It does not establish a final design or certify equipment suitability.