R E F R I G E R A T I O N T E C H N O L O G Y

Cooler with
insulated casing
TYPE CIVC - CIVH

C a p a c i t y 11 to 2 6 1 kW
 QUALITY AND CERTIFICATION
The quatlity control guarantee products of higher value.

Our target is the perfection.

Our competent and seasoned employees work continuous for this target.

The quality-standards are developed in normal production processes and

subjected permanental quality controlls.

The components of our apparatus are accurately proofed an selected.

This guaranteed reliable and durable construktion.

Our check program is prooved and certificated by TV at DIN EN ISO 9002.

This is one of a visual sing for our quality.

Since February 2002 our products are produced according the guideline of
97/23/EG and singed with the CE-sign.

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GENERAL
Since 1976 Raffel has been one of the
European leaders in the construction of insu-
lated coolers with mechanical dampers.
Our experience has allowed us to create a
new, more compact, more economical range
of insulated coolers with high performance
output.
This range comprises 32 models available in
2 versions :
CIVC : insulated cooler with centrifugal
fan
CIVH : insulated cooler with axial fan
These models have a capacity of 11 to 261
kW for a tm of 10C and an evaporating
temperature of
- 10C.
As standard, the insulated coolers are fitted
with galvanized steel coils. As an option,
stainless coils or copper coils are available.
WORKING PRINCIPLE
Cooling Cycle
Open the damper and start the fans allows air
to enter the casing. Draw through the lower
part of the damper, the air flows through the
coil.
In contact with the coil, the air is cooled by
refrigerant circulating in the coil. The air flows
through the centrifugal fans and is discharged
through the upper part of the unit.
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Defrost Cycle
Several working phases occur during the
defrost cycle :
1. Shut down of the refrigerant supply.
2. Stop the fans.
3. Close the damper, sealing the air inlet
and outlet.
4. Start up of reduced air flow by operating
the fans either in reverse or by using
two-speed motors.
5. Commence defrost.
At the end of these phases the defrost cycle
may begin.
Under the combined action of fans and defrost
system, the mixed air warms up and melts
any frost which has built-up on the casework
and the fins.
After 20 minutes , the fans are stopped
allowing the defrost water to drain. This water
is kept in a drain tray under the coil before
being drained from the unit.
The defrost cycle is timed by a programmer
or any other system with thermostatic control.
When the coil is totally defrosted and dry, the
programmer or the thermostat will restart the
refrigerant supply. This lowers the temperature
inside the casing and also helps to retain the
moisture within the casing.
After a few minutes, the damper re-opens and
the fans restart.
DESCRIPTION OF THE
INSULATED COOLERS
COMMON PARTS OF INSULATED
CASING, CIVC AND CIVH
Heat Exchanger Section
Coil
The coils which are fitted in our casings, are
available in 3 materials :
Galvanized Steel
The coil is formed by a matrix of galvanized
steel tubes with flat collars. The tubes are
parallel with a pitch of 60 x 60 (mm). Either
welded tubes or seamless tubes for low tempe-
rature applications are offered. The fin spacing
is duplex (12/8). The first 2 or 3 rows have a
fin spacing of 12 mm; the remaining have a fin
spacing of 8 mm.
Coils are galvanized in our own galvanizing
plant. A pressure test is carried out before and
after galvanizing.
Copper/ Aluminium
The coil is formed by a matrix of copper tubes
and aluminium fins. For further information,
please consult our commercial department.
Stainless Steel/ Aluminum
The coil is formed by a matrix of stainless
steel tubes and aluminium fins. For further
information, please consult our commercial
department.
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DEFROST SYSTEM
Electric Heater
The electric heaters are located behind the
coil and sometimes in the drain tray (see
Options). They have a capacity of 80 W/m2
and are supplied with a junction box.
Hot Gas
Hot gas flows through a pipe coil which is
located in the drain tray.
DRAIN SYSTEM
An insulated drain tray collects the defrost
water. It is fitted with a valve allowing this water
to drain. As an option this tray is available in
stainless steel
(see Options).
Insulation
INSULATION OF THE CASING
The insulation is provided by panels which
comprise galvanized steel sheets containing
polyurethane foam.
The panel thickness depends on the location
of the cooler :
inside the cold room = 60 mm
outside the cold room = 170 mm
Other panel thicknesses are also available
(see Options).
The panels have a powder coat white paint
finish, easy to clean, steam resistant, hygienic,
and tested against ageing.
DAMPER AND CYLINDER
The damper is made of insulated panels with
electrical or hydraulic (on request) opening
mechanism.
The air can enter and circulate inside the
casing when the damper is open. When the
damper is closed, it ensures good sealing of
the casing during the defrost cycle.
The electrical opening is fitted with limit swit-
ches.
For low temperature the opening mechanism
is fitted with a heater.
Below -50C it is preferable to use hydraulic
opening.
ACCESS DOOR
The door allows easy access inside the unit.
The door, which is mounted on stainless steel
hinges, is fitted with trace heaters and a
chrome catch.
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Fan Section
These can consist of either axial or centrifugal
type.
INSULATED CASING WITH
CENTRIFUGAL FAN (CIVC)
These casings are delivered with centrifugal
fans in accordance with IEC-norm (Protection
IP55). Fitted on a frame the fans operate
by indirect coupling. The impellers are fitted
with adjustable tensioning rods to achieve
maximum rigidity and concentricity. The hollow
drive shaft is mounted in ball bearings. V-belt
drives incorporate pulleys with removable
hubs.
INSULATED CASING WITH AXIAL
FAN (CIVH)
These casings are delivered with axial fans in
accordance with IEC-norm (Protection IP55).
Fitted on a frame the fans operate by direct
coupling. The fans are made of short ring -dies
with adjustable blades. The capacity of motors
depends on the volume and air throw.
Shown model : CIVC
TECHNICAL DATA

Model (1) Capacity Air Flow Surface Area Number of Number of Finned
Tm(2) T1(3) Rows Rows High Length
kW kW m3/h m2 mm

CIVC1 11 8 8900 37 4 12 1060

CIVC2 19 14 14800 62 4 20 1060
CIVC3 29 20 14800 99 6 20 1060
CIVC4 35 24 18400 121 6 12 2160
CIVC5 48 31 18400 166 8 12 2160
CIVC6 59 41 30200 202 6 20 2160
CIVC7 71 49 36300 243 6 24 2160
CIVC8 89 61 45600 305 6 20 3260
CIVC9 107 74 54800 366 6 24 3260
CIVC10 121 80 53600 419 8 20 3260
CIVC11 145 93 54800 502 8 24 3260
CIVC12 160 106 70000 553 8 20 4310
CIVC13 192 127 84000 664 8 24 4310
CIVC14 208 133 78400 719 8 26 4310
CIVC15 241 155 91000 834 8 24 5410
CIVC16 261 168 98000 903 8 26 5410

Model (1) Capacity Air Flow Surface Area Number of Number of Finned
Tm(2) T1(3) Rows Rows High Length
kW kW m3/h m2 mm

CIVH1 11 8 8900 37 4 12 1060

CIVH2 19 14 14800 62 4 20 1060
CIVH3 29 20 14800 99 6 20 1060
CIVH4 35 24 18400 121 6 12 2160
CIVH5 48 31 18400 166 8 12 2160
CIVH6 59 41 30200 202 6 20 2160
CIVH7 71 49 36300 243 6 24 2160
CIVH8 89 61 45600 305 6 20 3260
CIVH9 107 74 54800 366 6 24 3260
CIVH10 121 80 53600 419 8 20 3260
CIVH11 145 93 54800 502 8 24 3260
CIVH12 160 106 70000 553 8 20 4310
CIVH13 192 127 84000 664 8 24 4310
CIVH14 208 133 78400 719 8 26 4310
CIVH15 241 155 91000 834 8 24 5410
CIVH16 261 168 98000 903 8 26 5410

(1) For our unit : Fin spacing = 12 / 8

(2) Duty is shown for pumped NH3 at evaporating temperature - 10 C at tm 10K (air humidity 85% RH)
(3) Duty is shown for pumped NH3 at evaporating temperature - 10 C at t1 8K (air humidity 85% RH)
RAFFEL reserve the right to change any specification detailed in this brochure at any time

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 Internal Shipping Weight (kg) Fan Noise Level
Volume Panel Thickness Number Type Motor Size at 5 m
dm3 60 mm 170 mm kW dB(A)

22 1170 1350 1 18/18 1,5 50

37 1380 1580 1 18/18 3 58
55 1490 1690 1 18/18 3 59
63 1790 2020 1 18/18/2 3 52
84 1960 2190 1 18/18/2 5,5 60
105 2210 2470 1 18/18/2 7,5 63
126 2410 2680 1 18/18/2 11 66
155 3060 3370 2 18/13/2 2 x 5,5 64
187 3340 3670 2 18/13/2 2x9 69
207 3410 3730 2 18/13/2 2x9 69
249 3750 4080 2 18/13/2 2x9 69
271 4220 4600 2 18/18/2 2 x 11 69
325 4670 5080 2 18/18/2 2 x 15 74
353 4900 5320 2 18/18/2 2 x 15 72
406 5790 6260 3 18/13/2 3 x 11 74
439 6120 6590 3 18/13/2 3 x 15 76

Internal Shipping Weight (kg) Fan Noise Level

Volume Panel Thickness Number Type Motor Size at 5 m
dm3 60 mm 170 mm kW dB(A)

22 1120 1300 1 550 1,1 50

37 1300 1500 1 600 2,2 53
55 1420 1620 1 630 2,2 55
63 1680 1910 2 550 1,1 53
84 1820 2050 2 550 1,1 53
105 2080 2340 3 550 1,5 58
126 2270 2540 3 600 1,5 60
155 2790 3100 4 600 1,5 61
187 3090 3410 5 600 1,5 62
207 3160 3450 5 600 1,5 62
249 3490 3820 5 600 1,5 62
271 3940 4320 6 600 1,5 63
325 4380 4780 6 630 2,2 64
353 4610 5020 6 630 2,2 64
406 5370 5830 7 630 2,2 65
439 5630 6110 7 630 2,2 65

RAFFEL reserve the right to change any specification detailed in this brochure at any time

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THE ADVANTAGES OPTIONS
GAINED BY USING
INSULATED CASINGS

1. Complete and quick defrost : On request, the following accessories are

Improved defrost is achieved by closing the available :
dampers at the start of defrost, allowing
the fan to recirculate the heated air at Copper/aluminium coil
reduced air flows and opening upon termi- Stainless steel/aluminium coil
nation of defrost. Hydraulic cylinder
Insulated panel thickness : 45, 80, 100,
2. Space saving : 120 or 140 mm
Greater effective use of the storage Hot gas defrost
Space. Electric defrost
Damper frame trace heating
3. Keeping the right temperature and humidity
Door frame trace heating
in the storage room : The use of dampers
Electric junction box
during the defrost cycle stops steam from ente-
Second door
ring the storage area, therefore avoiding
frosting of goods, stalactite formation, Window in the door
ice on the floor and snow on the ceiling. Window with electrical defrost in the door
Stainless steel drain tray
4. Reduced sound levels : Stainless steel deck
The insulated panels and the correct fan Grating
choice reduce the sound power level. Outlet vent
Two speed fans
5. Reduced electrical consumption : Due to
the forced air flow during the electric
defrost cycle in a closed air circuit.

6. Reliable system of closing dampers : This

is achieved by using strong motors with
proximity switches activating the dampers.

7. Service and maintenace : This is easy

because all vital components are located
inside the casing and their service can be
achieved at normal, ambient temperature
after a defrost cycle. Care must be taken
not to risk personal safety. Installation
maintenance and any repairs must be only
be carried out by qualified personnel.

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 DIMENSIONS

CIVH - CIVC : 1 to 7

Note
Standard-Width: 2 300 mm

CIVH - CIVC : 8 to 16
These designs which are shown here, are examples

L H B D E F G G1 I
Model mm Panel Thickness mm mm Panel Thickness mm mm mm mm
60 mm 170 mm 60 mm 170 mm
CIVH1 CIVH1 2300 1760 1980 2550 480 800 910 845 1110 345
CIVH2 CIVH2 2300 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 845 1110 345
CIVH3 CIVH3 2300 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 845 1110 345
CIVH4 CIVC4 3450 1760 1980 2550 480 800 910 845 2210 395
CIVH5 CIVC5 3450 1760 1980 2550 480 800 910 845 2210 395
CIVH6 CIVC6 3450 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 845 2210 395
CIVH7 CIVC7 3450 2480 2700 2950 480 800 910 845 2210 395
CIVH8 CIVC8 4600 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 845 1655 445
CIVH9 CIVC9 4600 2480 2700 2950 480 800 910 845 1655 445
CIVH10 CIVC10 4600 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 845 1655 445
CIVH11 CIVC11 4600 2480 2700 2950 480 800 910 845 1655 445
CIVH12 CIVC12 5750 2240 2460 2750 480 800 910 695 2180 695
CIVH13 CIVC13 5750 2480 2700 2950 480 800 910 695 2180 695
CIVH14 CIVC14 5750 2600 2820 3100 480 800 910 695 2180 695
CIVH15 CIVC15 6900 2480 2700 2950 480 800 910 720 2730 720
CIVH16 CIVC16 2600 2820 3100 6900 480 800 910 720 2730 720

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QUICK SELECTION Example
Assumption :
Basic data Fin spacing : 12/8 mm
Duty : 145 kW
For the selection of an insulated casing CIVC Refrigerant : NH3 - pump
or CIVH the following data is requierd : Evaporating temperature : - 35C
tm : 7
- Duty (kW)
- Evaporating temperature 145
= 254 kW
0.57
- Air temperature (tm ou t1)
- Refrigerant This results in the following alternatives :
- Correction factor
CICV 16 CIVH 16

Table 1 : Correction factors (NH3 - pump) (tm

tm Evaporating temperature
(C) -10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40 -45
6 0.55 0.53 0.52 0.51 0.49 0.47 0.46 0.45
7 0.65 0.63 0.62 0.61 0.58 0.57 0.55 0.53
8 0.77 0.74 0.73 0.71 0.68 0.67 0.65 0.63
9 0.88 0.85 0.83 0.81 0.78 0.76 0.75 0.71
10 1.00 0.96 0.94 0.92 0.88 0.86 0.84 0.81

Table 2 : Correction factors (NH3 - pump) (tm

t1 Evaporating temperature
(C) -10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40 -45
6 0.73 0.71 0.69 0.67 0.65 0.63 0.62 0.60
7 0.86 0.83 0.81 0.79 0.76 0.74 0.73 0.70
8 1.00 0.96 0.94 0.92 0.88 0.86 0.84 0.81
9 1.18 1.09 1.08 1.05i 1.01 0.98 0.96 0.93
10 1.36 1.24 1.21 1.17 1.13 1.10 1.07 1.03

Table 3 : Correction factors (NH3 - pump) (tm

Fluid Type of refrigerant system

Pumped Direct expansion Flooded
NH3 1.00 0.85 0.95
R 22 0.90 0.75 ---------------
R 404A 0.92 0.77 ---------------
R 134a 0.84 0.70 ---------------
Remarks : secondary refrigerants on request.
tm = is the difference between the mean of the entering and leaving air temperature and the saturated suction
temperature at the outlet of the cooler.
t1 = is the difference between the entering air temperature and the saturated suction temperature at the outlet
of the cooler.

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RELIABITY
Heat exchanger is hot dip galvanized to 450C
in our own factory.

If required, approval from a number of organi-

sations can be offered, e.g. Service des Mines,
TV, SA, Lloyd's Register of Shipping, Norske
Veritas etc

SHIPMENT
AND HANDLING
All our insulated coolers are factory assembled
into a complete unit at the plant to ensure
quality performance. For shipment and ease
of site handling they are delivered in one
section.

Road transport is normally made by flat bed

truck.

The unit is equipped with lifting devices. Only

for final positioning is a crane required.

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