Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

Buying used shell and tube heat exchangers through International Process Plants gives chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical and food processing, oil and gas refining, and HVAC and utility operations access to tube bundles enclosed inside a cylindrical shell, where one process stream travels inside the tubes while a second stream flows across them on the shell side. Manufacturers include VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial, Delta Tee International, and Graham among other OEMs. ▶

Heat transfer surface area in stock spans roughly 0.37 m² (4 ft²) on IPP# 221143 up to 1,050 m² (11,250 ft²) on IPP# 230449. Tube materials in inventory cover Stainless Steel 316, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic, Stainless Steel 321, Graphite, Carbon Steel, Tantalum, Titanium, and Hastelloy alloys. Shell construction is dominated by Carbon Steel, with Stainless Steel 316 and 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic, Stainless Steel 321, and Glasslined options also represented. Shell-side and tube-side ratings reach as high as 179.3 bar (2,600 psi) on units such as IPP# 212821. Bundle counts range from a single tube on IPP# 211622 up to 2,819 tubes on IPP# 212739, with bundle lengths reaching 18,000 mm (709 in) on IPP# 222336.

IPP carries BEM, AEU, AKU, CFT, FTA, and DEU model designations across multiple OEMs. Horizontal, vertical, and inclined orientations are all stocked, with horizontal mountings being the most common. Many units are rated for vacuum service on the shell or tube side. Condition options run from used through refurbished, unused, and brand new stock. Typical service duties include process heating and cooling, vapor condensing, and energy recovery loops. Buying used shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. ▲

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Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers by Material

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers across stainless steel, graphite, carbon steel, and specialty alloy options. Choose the material that matches your process requirements.

Buy Used Stainless Steel Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers in 316, 316L, 304, 321, and Austenitic grades. Available from Sices S.p.A, Perry Products Co., AEL Apparatebau GmbH, Graham, Doyle and Roth, and other manufacturers.

Sices S.p.A BEM/1000 x 2700 — 150 m²

Used Sices S.p.A BEM/1000 x 2700 shell and tube heat exchanger with 150 m² (1,600 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and a 762-tube bundle.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:150 m² (1,600 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 316 tubes

Tube Number:762 tubes

Tube Length:2,700 mm (106.3 in) length

Tube Pressure:20 bar (290 psi) tube side

Manufacturer:Sices S.p.A BEM/1000

Model:2700

Perry Products Co. AEU — 105 m²

New Perry Products Co. AEU shell and tube heat exchanger built in Stainless Steel 304 with 105.1 m² (1,150 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:105.1 m² (1,150 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 304 tubes

Tube Number:197 tubes

Tube Length:4,250 mm (167.3 in) length

Tube Pressure:75.6 bar (1,100 psi) tube side

Condition:New condition

AEL Apparatebau BEM — 221 m²

Used AEL Apparatebau GmbH BEM shell and tube heat exchanger built in Stainless Steel 904L with 221 m² (2,400 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:221 m² (2,400 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 904L tubes

Tube Number:574 tubes

Tube Length:5,000 mm (196.9 in) length

Tube Pressure:6 bar (87 psi) tube side

Manufacturer:AEL Apparatebau GmbH

Model:BEM

Buy Used Graphite Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks graphite shell and tube heat exchangers. Available from VICARB, Sigri, Graphite Apparatebau and other manufacturers.

Carbone of America Corp. Graphite

Unused Carbone of America Corp. Graphite heat exchanger.

Material:Graphite

Condition:Unused condition

Manufacturer:Carbone of America Corp.

Model:PYT44-283-18

SGL Carbon Graphite

Used SGL Carbon Graphite heat exchanger.

Material:Graphite

Condition:Used condition

Manufacturer:SGL Carbon

Model:RS77-1-595.601

Buy Used Carbon Steel Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks carbon steel shell and tube heat exchangers. Available from Delta Tee International Inc., Johnson Hunt LTD, Graham and other manufacturers.

Atlas Industrial Carbon Steel

Used Atlas Industrial Carbon Steel heat exchanger.

Material:Carbon Steel

Condition:Used condition

Western Supply Carbon Steel

Used Western Supply Carbon Steel heat exchanger.

Material:Carbon Steel

Condition:Used condition

Manufacturer:Western Supply

Model:BEM

Buy Used Other Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks other shell and tube heat exchangers. Available from DeDietrich, , Tranter-Superchanger and other manufacturers.

Albach Cembell Hastelloy - Other

Used Albach Cembell Hastelloy – Other heat exchanger.

Material:Hastelloy – Other

Condition:Used condition

Manufacturer:Albach Cembell

Model:29-129 BEM

Atlas Industrial Hastelloy - Other

Used Atlas Industrial Hastelloy – Other heat exchanger.

Material:Hastelloy – Other

Condition:Used condition

Manufacturer:Atlas Industrial

Model:BEM 20-60

Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers by Manufacturer

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers from a wide range of manufacturers, with VICARB and Doyle and Roth representing the deepest positions in our inventory. Buying from the original equipment manufacturer helps ensure compatibility with existing plant infrastructure and replacement parts availability.

Buy Used VICARB Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

VICARB is the deepest single-manufacturer position in IPP’s shell and tube heat exchanger inventory. Available VICARB models include FTA 20 and FTA20/24/26 series units, primarily in graphite construction for corrosion-resistant heat transfer applications.

VICARB FTA 20 Graphite — 6.4 m²

Used VICARB FTA 20 graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:4 bar (58 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Used condition

VICARB FTA20/24/26 Graphite — 12.1 m²

Used VICARB FTA20/24/26 graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 12.1 m² (130 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:12.1 m² (130 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:6 bar (87 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Used condition

VICARB Graphite — 23.3 m²

Used VICARB graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 23.3 m² (250.8 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:23.3 m² (250.8 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:6 bar (87 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Used condition

Buy Used Doyle and Roth Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

Doyle and Roth is the second deepest OEM position in IPP’s shell and tube heat exchanger inventory. Available in stainless steel 304 and Inconel construction for demanding process environments.

Doyle and Roth SS 304 — 10.4 m²

Used Doyle and Roth stainless steel 304 shell and tube heat exchanger with 10.4 m² (112 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:10.4 m² (112 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 304 tubes

Shell Pressure:3.4 bar (50 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Stainless Steel 316 shell

Condition:Used condition

Doyle and Roth Inconel — 8.6 m²

Used Doyle and Roth Inconel shell and tube heat exchanger with 8.6 m² (93 ft²) of heat transfer surface area for high-temperature corrosion-resistant service.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:8.6 m² (93 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Inconel tubes

Shell Pressure:10.3 bar (150 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Used condition

Doyle and Roth SS 304 — 68.1 m²

Used Doyle and Roth stainless steel 304 shell and tube heat exchanger with 68.1 m² (733 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:68.1 m² (733 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 304 tubes

Shell Pressure:10.3 bar (150 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Used condition

Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers from Other Manufacturers

Beyond VICARB and Doyle and Roth, IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers from Atlas Industrial, Delta Tee International Inc., Graham, Meccanica Sardia, Pfaudler, Johnson Hunt LTD, Manning & Lewis, and other manufacturers. These units span the full range of materials, surface areas, and pressure ratings.

Exchangeurs De Chaleur S.A.G. SS 304 — 16.8 m²

Used Exchangeurs De Chaleur S.A.G. stainless steel 304 shell and tube heat exchanger with 16.8 m² (180.8 ft²) of heat transfer surface area in vertical orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:16.8 m² (180.8 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Stainless Steel 304 shell

Shell Pressure:6 bar (87 psi) shell side

Tube Number:56 tubes

Tube Length:1,850 mm (72.8 in) length

Condition:Used condition

Johnson Hunt LTD BEU Carbon Steel — 6.4 m²

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD BEU carbon steel shell and tube heat exchanger with 6.4 m² (69 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:6.4 m² (69 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Shell Pressure:9 bar (131 psi) shell side

Tube Number:44 tubes

Tube Diameter:19.1 mm (0.8 in) diameter

Condition:Unused condition

Graham SS — 83.8 m²

Used Graham stainless steel shell and tube heat exchanger with 83.8 m² (902 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:83.8 m² (902 ft²) surface area

Material:Stainless steel construction

Orientation:Horizontal orientation

Manufacturer:Graham manufacturer

Condition:Used condition

Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers by Condition

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers in multiple condition grades, including used, unused, refurbished/rebuilt, and new. Choose the condition that matches your budget and performance requirements.

Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

Used shell and tube heat exchangers represent the largest condition category in IPP’s inventory. Available from VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Graham, Atlas Industrial, and other manufacturers in stainless steel, graphite, carbon steel, and specialty alloy construction. Used condition offers the lowest price point while providing OEM-quality vessels.

Used VICARB Graphite — 6.4 m²

Used VICARB FTA 20 graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:4 bar (58 psi) shell side

Manufacturer:VICARB

Model:FTA 20

Condition:Used condition

Used Doyle and Roth SS 304 — 10.4 m²

Used Doyle and Roth stainless steel 304 shell and tube heat exchanger with 10.4 m² (112 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:10.4 m² (112 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 304 tubes

Shell Pressure:3.4 bar (50 psi) shell side

Manufacturer:Doyle and Roth

Condition:Used condition

Used Graham SS — 83.8 m²

Used Graham stainless steel shell and tube heat exchanger with 83.8 m² (902 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:83.8 m² (902 ft²) surface area

Material:Stainless steel construction

Orientation:Horizontal orientation

Manufacturer:Graham manufacturer

Condition:Used condition

Buy Unused Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks unused shell and tube heat exchangers — units that were manufactured but never placed into service. Johnson Hunt LTD is the most frequently available manufacturer for unused shell and tube heat exchangers in IPP’s inventory. Unused condition provides factory-new performance at reduced lead time compared to ordering new.

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD BEU — 6.4 m²

Used VICARB FTA 20 graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:6.4 m² (68.9 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:4 bar (58 psi) shell side

Manufacturer:VICARB

Model:FTA 20

Condition:Used condition

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD AEM — 1.58 m²

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD AEM carbon steel shell and tube heat exchanger with 1.58 m² (17 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:1.58 m² (17 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Shell Pressure:26 bar (377 psi) shell side

Tube Number:11 tubes

Tube Diameter:19.1 mm (0.8 in) diameter

Condition:Unused condition

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD AEM — 1.95 m²

Unused Johnson Hunt LTD AEM carbon steel shell and tube heat exchanger with 1.95 m² (21 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and horizontal orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:1.95 m² (21 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Shell Pressure:9 bar (131 psi) shell side

Tube Number:14 tubes

Tube Diameter:19.1 mm (0.8 in) diameter

Condition:Unused condition

Buy Refurbished/Rebuilt Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks refurbished and rebuilt shell and tube heat exchangers that have been professionally restored to operational condition. Available from Manning & Lewis, Allegheny Bradford Corp., Le-Carbone Lorraine, and other manufacturers. Refurbished units provide restored performance with documented rebuild history.

Manning & Lewis SS 316 — 65.6 m²

Refurbished/rebuilt Manning & Lewis stainless steel 316 shell and tube heat exchanger with 65.6 m² (706 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:65.6 m² (706 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Stainless Steel 316

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 316

Shell Pressure:10.3 bar (150 psi) shell side

Orientation:Horizontal orientation

Condition:Refurbished/Rebuilt condition

Allegheny Bradford SS 316L — 1.02 m²

Refurbished/rebuilt Allegheny Bradford Corp. stainless steel 316L shell and tube heat exchanger with 1.02 m² (11 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:1.02 m² (11 ft²) surface area

Shell Material:Stainless Steel 304L shell

Shell Pressure:10.3 bar (150 psi) shell side

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 316L tubes

Condition:Refurbished/Rebuilt condition

Le-Carbone Lorraine GM/8 Graphite — 2 m²

Refurbished/rebuilt Le-Carbone Lorraine GM/8 graphite shell and tube heat exchanger with 2 m² (21.5 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:2 m² (21.5 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Graphite tubes

Shell Pressure:9 bar (130 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:Refurbished/Rebuilt condition

Buy New Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers for Sale

IPP stocks a select number of new shell and tube heat exchangers for applications requiring factory-new equipment. Available from Timmerman and Perry Products Co. in stainless steel construction.

New Timmerman SS 316L — 197.4 m²

New Timmerman stainless steel 316L shell and tube heat exchanger with 197.4 m² (2,100 ft²) of heat transfer surface area and vertical orientation.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:197.4 m² (2,100 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 316 tubes

Shell Pressure:12 bar (174 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Stainless Steel 316 shell

Condition:New condition

New Perry Products Co. AEU SS 304 — 105.1 m²

New Perry Products Co. AEU stainless steel 304 shell and tube heat exchanger with 105.1 m² (1,150 ft²) of heat transfer surface area.

Heat Transfer Surface Area:105.1 m² (1,150 ft²) surface area

Tube Material:Stainless Steel 304 tubes

Shell Pressure:15.7 bar (228 psi) shell side

Shell Material:Carbon steel shell

Condition:New condition

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Buying Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers vs Buying New

Buying used shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. Here is how used and new shell and tube heat exchangers compare across key factors.

Factor	Used from IPP	New (OEM)
Equipment Cost	Significant savings vs new OEM price	Full OEM list price
Delivery Timeline	In-stock units ready to ship	Extended lead times (new fabrication)
Materials	Stainless Steel 316, Graphite, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic	Custom-specified
Manufacturers	VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial and others	Single OEM
Environmental Impact	Extends equipment lifecycle, reduces waste	New raw material consumption

Advantages of Buying Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers from IPP

International Process Plants combines over 46 years of process equipment expertise, nearly 150 colleagues across 15 countries, and an inventory of 15,000 process systems and major equipment pieces to deliver shell and tube heat exchangers ready for your process.

Significant Cost Savings

Buying used shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new.

Immediate Availability

In-stock shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP are ready to ship. IPP's GPS subsidiary also provides custom fabricated new equipment with 12–16 week average delivery.

Multiple OEM Manufacturers

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers from VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial, Delta Tee International Inc. and other manufacturers. Every unit is an original OEM product with traceable provenance.

Quality & Refurbishment

IPP offers refurbishment services through its UGE (Universal Glasteel Equipment) division, founded in 1995, which stocks 700+ vessels and 2,700+ parts.

Global Presence in 15 Countries

IPP operates offices in 15 countries: Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, United Kingdom, and the United States. IPP has served 160,000+ customers worldwide.

Full Range of Materials & Specs

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers across a wide range of specifications to match your process requirements.

How Buying a Used Shell And Tube Heat Exchanger Works

The process of purchasing used shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP follows five steps, from specification to delivery.

1

Submit Requirements

Share your specifications: capacity, material of construction, pressure rating, temperature, and application. Or browse our searchable inventory.

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Receive Data Package

IPP sends a detailed equipment data sheet with specifications, dimensions, condition report, and photographs.

3

Inspect the Equipment

Contact IPP to arrange an on-site visit or request a live video walkthrough with an IPP team member at one of our global locations.

4

Refurbishment Options

IPP offers refurbishment services through its UGE division (700+ vessels, 2,700+ parts in stock). Contact IPP for details on additional services.

5

Packaging & Delivery

IPP coordinates packaging, crating, freight, and delivery to your plant site. Worldwide shipping from offices in 15 countries.

Industries That Buy Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

IPP supplies used shell and tube heat exchangers to manufacturers across multiple process industries worldwide.

Pharmaceutical

Chemical Processing

Biotechnology

Food & Beverage

Environmental

Oil & Gas

Wastewater

Fine Chemicals

Paints & Coatings

Petrochemicals

Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Used Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

Answers to the most common questions from procurement and operations teams evaluating used shell and tube heat exchangers.

How many shell and tube heat exchangers does IPP have in stock?

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers from VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial, Delta Tee International Inc., Graham and other manufacturers. Available in Stainless Steel 316, Graphite, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic construction. Browse the IMS inventory for current availability.

What condition grades are available for used shell and tube heat exchangers?

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers in multiple conditions: Used, Unused, Refurbished/Rebuilt, New. Browse the current inventory for available condition options.

Does IPP sell new shell and tube heat exchangers as well as used?

Yes. IPP stocks new shell and tube heat exchangers through its Gale Process Solutions (GPS) subsidiary, which provides custom fabricated equipment with 12–16 week average delivery. Contact IPP for details on new inventory.

What materials of construction are available?

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers in Stainless Steel 316, Graphite, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic construction. Contact IPP to discuss material requirements for your application.

What manufacturers of shell and tube heat exchangers does IPP stock?

IPP stocks shell and tube heat exchangers from VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial, Delta Tee International Inc., Graham and other manufacturers. Browse the current inventory to see available manufacturers.

How much can I save buying used shell and tube heat exchangers versus new?

Buying used shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. The exact savings depend on manufacturer, capacity, material of construction, and condition. Contact IPP for pricing on specific units.

How long does it take to receive shell and tube heat exchangers from IPP?

In-stock shell and tube heat exchangers are ready to ship. IPP's GPS subsidiary provides new custom fabricated equipment with 12–16 week average delivery. IPP ships from offices in 15 countries worldwide.

Does IPP handle shipping and freight?

IPP coordinates packaging, crating, freight, and delivery to your plant site. With offices in 15 countries and 160,000+ customers served worldwide, IPP has extensive experience in global equipment logistics.

Other Equipment Types from IPP

In addition to shell and tube heat exchangers, IPP stocks equipment across multiple categories for complete process solutions.

Reactors

Evaporators

Tanks

Looking for New Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers?

IPP Group supplies new equipment through its Gale Process Solutions (GPS) subsidiary, which provides custom fabricated equipment with 12–16 week average delivery. IPP also offers re-glassed equipment through its UGE (Universal Glasteel Equipment) division.

Ready to Buy Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers?

IPP has supplied quality process equipment worldwide since 1980, serving 160,000+ customers. Tell us what you need — our team will respond with matched inventory and pricing.

Factor

Used from IPP

New (OEM)

Equipment Cost

Significant savings vs new OEM price

Full OEM list price

Delivery Timeline

In-stock units ready to ship

Extended lead times (new fabrication)

Materials

Stainless Steel 316, Graphite, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel Austenitic

Custom-specified

Manufacturers

VICARB, Doyle and Roth, Atlas Industrial and others

Single OEM

Environmental Impact

Extends equipment lifecycle, reduces waste

New raw material consumption