Recuperator
A heat recovery system providing air-to-air heat transfer, allowing the energy in hot gas to pass to cooler air.
A recuperator is a heat recovery system that provides air-to-air heat transfer. Equipment that allows the heat energy contained in hot gas to pass to cooler air is called a recuperator.
Advantages and Disadvantages
- Reduces ambient heat losses.
- High efficiency is achieved through the use of a recuperator.
- Provides fuel savings.