WHAT MAKES ORCA WATER CHILLERS MORE RELIABLE THAN THE COMPETITION?
The Heat Plate Vs. The Heat Exchange - Which cooling technology is more reliable?
The primary weakness in most water chillers on the market lies in the heat exchanger. Typically, cold plunge chillers use either a heat plate or a heat exchange. In theory, heat plates are effective because they can heat or cool rapidly; however, their tightly spaced plates quickly accumulate hair, skin cells, and debris. This buildup restricts water flow, which is crucial for the chiller to efficiently cool your cold plunge tub. When water flow is obstructed, ice can form inside the heat plate. Excessive ice buildup can crack the heat plate, releasing refrigerant into the water, and also creates back pressure on the water pump, potentially leading to pump failure.
ORCA chillers address this issue with a unique heat exchange design that resembles a small water heater. This proprietary design allows water to flow freely in and out through large ports, significantly reducing the risk of clogs that could restrict water flow. As a result, ORCA chillers deliver reliable and efficient cooling or heating over extended periods. Ultimately, the main goal of a cold plunge is to maintain consistent, on-demand cold therapy for athletes and enthusiasts, and ORCA chillers are built to meet this demand effectively.
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