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ET 420 Ice stores MAIN COMPONENTS AND

ET 420 Ice stores in Refrigeration

BSME 4C GROUP 2

Ice stores are used in refrigeration to cover an increased additional cooling


requirement (peak load). The ice stores are usually charged overnight when general energy
requirements and energy costs are low.
To charge and discharge the ice store a circuit with glycol-water mixture is used
between the ice store and the compression refrigeration system. When charging the ice
store the glycol-water mixture is cooled via a compression refrigeration system to below 0°C
and thereby withdraws heat from the water in the ice store, causing the water to freeze.
While discharging the melting ice withdraws heat from the glycol-water mixture causing the
mixture to cool down.
Main Components
1. Compressor
Function: The compressor is the heart of the refrigeration system. It compresses the low-
pressure refrigerant gas into high-pressure, high-temperature gas. This process increases the
temperature and pressure of the refrigerant, making it ready to release heat in the
condenser.
Role in Ice Storage: Ensures the refrigerant circulates through the system, keeping the cycle
moving to maintain ice production and storage conditions.
2. Condenser
Function: The condenser is where the high-pressure gas is cooled and condensed into a
liquid. As the refrigerant releases heat to the surroundings, it turns into a high-pressure
liquid.
Role in Ice Storage: Removes heat from the refrigerant, helping maintain the cold
temperature necessary to store ice effectively.
3. Expansion Valve (or Capillary Tube)
Function: The expansion valve reduces the pressure of the refrigerant as it moves from the
high-pressure side of the system (condenser) to the low-pressure side (evaporator). As the
refrigerant expands, it cools rapidly.
ET 420 Ice stores MAIN COMPONENTS AND

Role in Ice Storage: Controls the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator and ensures the
refrigerant is at the right temperature to produce and maintain ice.
4. Evaporator
Function: The evaporator is where the low-pressure liquid refrigerant absorbs heat and
evaporates, turning into a gas. This process removes heat from the surroundings, creating a
cold environment.
Role in Ice Storage: The evaporator is responsible for removing heat from the ice storage
compartment, ensuring the ice remains solid and at the correct temperature.
5. Ice Storage Bin
Function: The storage bin is an insulated container where ice is stored after being produced
by the ice maker. It helps maintain the cold temperature and prevents the ice from melting.
Role in Ice Storage: Keeps the ice cool and stored in an accessible location until it’s ready to
be used.
6. Thermostat
Function: The thermostat monitors the temperature within the ice storage area and ensures
it stays within a specified range by controlling when the compressor turns on or off.
Role in Ice Storage: Regulates temperature, ensuring that the ice remains frozen, and the
system operates efficiently.
7. Ice Maker
Function: The ice maker is the component that directly produces ice. It typically involves a
mold where water is frozen into cubes or another shape and then released into the storage
bin.
Role in Ice Storage: Produces the ice and releases it into the bin for storage.
8. Fans
Function: Fans circulate air across the condenser and evaporator to improve the heat
exchange efficiency.
Role in Ice Storage: Helps maintain consistent cooling by ensuring efficient heat removal and
cooling distribution.
9. Refrigerant
Function: Refrigerant is the working fluid that absorbs and releases heat as it circulates
through the refrigeration system.
Role in Ice Storage: The refrigerant carries out the cooling process, absorbing heat in the
evaporator to freeze water into ice and releasing heat in the condenser.
10. Defrost System
Function: In some ice storage systems, there is a defrost cycle to remove frost buildup from
the evaporator coils. This ensures the system operates efficiently.
Role in Ice Storage: Prevents frost from building up on the evaporator, which could
otherwise block airflow and reduce cooling efficiency.

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