Charge-air-cooler (CAC) thermal effectiveness - (T_in − T_out) / (T_in − T_sw).
Formula
$$ \varepsilon = (T_{in} - T_{out}) / (T_{in} - T_{sw}) $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $T_in$ | Compressor exit T | °C | CAC inlet RTD |
| $T_sw$ | SW inlet T | °C | SW inlet RTD |
Sources
- MAN ES Performance Guide.