1. Oct 9, 2013 #1

   Woopydalan

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   Hello, I am curious as to what the purpose of the dimples in a condenser is for?
   
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3. Oct 9, 2013 #2

   SteamKing

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   Without knowing what kind of service this condenser is in, I would speculate that the dimples serve as an expansion joint for the shell, to relieve stresses due to high temperatures when in operation.

    

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