Reduced vibration tube bundle device having slotted baffles

摘要

A slotted support baffle and a blocking baffle are disclosed for a tube bundle device. The baffles include blocking areas, which redirect the flow of fluid within the tube bundle device to improve heat transfer. The slotted support baffle includes a slot and rib structure which supports the tubes of the tube bundle. The support baffles may be used in combination with elongated tube supports.