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The Carrier 16LJ is a premier sustainable cooling solution designed to convert low-grade thermal energy into high-efficiency refrigeration. Engineered for environments where hot water is readily available—such as industrial plants, cogeneration sites, or district heating networks—this single-effect absorption chiller provides a powerful alternative to electricity-heavy cooling. By utilizing a natural water-lithium bromide cycle, the 16LJ offers a whisper-quiet, vibration-free operation that aligns perfectly with modern decarbonization goals.
Cooling Capacity: 176 kW to 5,275 kW (50 to 1,500 Tons)
Entering Hot Water Temp: Optimized for 70°C to 95°C (158°F to 203°F)
Refrigerant Type: R-718 (Pure Water) – 0 GWP / 0 ODP
Capacity Control: Smooth modulation from 10% to 100%
Design Life: Robust industrial construction for 20+ years of service
The Carrier 16LJ series is built for high-performance heat recovery, making it the cornerstone of energy-efficient HVAC infrastructure. Unlike mechanical chillers that rely on high-maintenance compressors, the 16LJ operates on a thermal vacuum principle. It features a high-efficiency heat exchanger and a motorless automatic purge system that maintains the peak vacuum required for maximum cooling capacity.
Thermal Energy Mastery: Specifically engineered to utilize low-temperature waste heat, turning an often-discarded byproduct into a cost-saving cooling resource.
Environmental Leadership: Uses a non-toxic, CFC-free lithium bromide and water solution, providing a "Green" cooling cycle with zero global warming potential.
Whisper-Quiet Performance: The absence of large rotating compressors allows for near-silent operation, making it ideal for hospitals, hotels, and noise-sensitive urban areas.
The controller manages the entire start-up and shut-down sequence. Upon stopping, it automatically triggers a Dilution Cycle, circulating the solution until it reaches a safe concentration to prevent solidification.
The system provides dedicated outputs to interlock and sequence external chilled water, cooling water, and hot water pumps, ensuring the entire hydraulic circuit operates in perfect harmony.
A comprehensive diagnostic suite monitors all critical pressures and temperatures, providing clear, plain-text alerts and a history of previous events for rapid maintenance.
Features an intuitive display that provides a real-time schematic of the absorption cycle, allowing operators to visualize temperatures and valve positions at a glance.
| Document Name | Description | Document Type | Language | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installation Manual | 16LJA_01-82 | English | Download | |
| Product Selection Data | 16LJ_LJF | English | Download | |
| Product Brochure | 16LJ_01-82 | English | Download |
Since there are no high-speed moving parts, maintenance is focused on annual solution analysis, tube cleaning, and verifying vacuum integrity. This typically results in lower long-term maintenance costs compared to mechanical chillers.
Yes. The 16LJ is an ideal partner for solar thermal arrays, as it can operate effectively on the hot water temperatures typically produced by industrial-scale solar collectors.
The control system includes multi-stage protection, including concentration monitoring and automatic dilution cycles. If the unit detects a potential crystallization risk, it automatically adjusts the heat input or shuts down safely.
The integrated control panel allows for local monitoring and can be configured to send status and alarm signals to a central operations room, ensuring 24/7 oversight of the cooling plant.
The Carrier 16LJ single-effect absorption chillers are designed to provide chilled water from waste heat sources generated from industrial processes and cogeneration systems.
The Carrier 16LJ single-effect absorption chillers are designed to provide chilled water from waste heat sources generated from industrial processes and cogeneration systems.
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