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Selection guides

Brazing material and fluid compatibility

Consider the plate and joining material as separate parts of the compatibility review.

Ask about all wetted materials

Brazed families offer different joining materials. Request the exact material specification rather than assuming that similar-looking models are equivalent.

Describe the fluid fully

Provide composition, concentration, additives and cleaning fluids. Plate corrosion resistance does not automatically establish brazing-material compatibility.

Obtain model-specific confirmation

GNS and XCR are described differently in the Arasta portfolio. For ammonia, deionised water, pool water or chloride-bearing fluids, check concentration, temperature and every wetted material. This guide is not a universal compatibility chart.

Prepare for the discussion

  • Fluids, composition and relevant material requirements
  • Flow rates and inlet/outlet temperatures on both circuits
  • Design conditions and allowable pressure drop on each side
  • Exact model, nameplate and current technical documents