Direct Air Cooled Condenser (ACC)

There are several advantages of using a direct air-cooled condenser (ACC) in a power plant:

• Reduced water usage: As they do not require any cooling water, ACCs offer significant water savings compared to traditional water-cooled systems. This can help power plants meet environmental regulations and reduce their impact on the environment.

• Compact design: ACCs are designed to be compact and require less space than traditional water-cooled systems. This makes them ideal for use in power plants with limited space and allows for easier installation.
  

• Lower maintenance costs: ACCs require less maintenance than water-cooled systems and have a simplified design, reducing maintenance costs and improving plant reliability.
  

• No water treatment required: Water-cooled systems require water treatment to maintain water quality and prevent corrosion. Since ACCs do not require cooling water, there is no need for water treatment or the associated costs.
  

• Efficient operation: ACCs have a high thermal efficiency due to their finned tube bundles and large airflow, resulting in efficient latent heat transfer and ensuring that the entire steam turbine exhaust is condensed.
  

In summary, the main advantages of using a direct air-cooled condenser (ACC) in power plants include reduced water usage, a compact design, lower maintenance costs, no water treatment requirement, and efficient operation.