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Carrier Commercial Chillers Absorption Chiller
16NK
Steam Fired Single Effect Absorption Chiller

16NK

Carrier 16NK – Double‑Effect Steam‑Fired Absorption Chiller
High‑capacity absorption chiller delivering 340 to 4,700 kW, designed for cooling applications utilizing low‑pressure steam waste heat, offering environmentally balanced, quiet, and highly reliable cooling with minimal electrical power input.

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Features

Performance & Capacity

Nominal cooling capacity: 340 to 4,700 kW Available in 18 unit sizes Designed for cooling applications using low‑pressure steam Suitable for integration with district steam systems

Energy & Electrical Efficiency

Absorption cooling technology with minimal electrical power input Critical cooling loads supported with very low electrical demand Allows the use of smaller emergency generators Diversifies cooling strategies in mission‑critical facilities

Environmental Responsibility

HFC‑refrigerant free CFC‑free and environmentally balanced Significantly reduces global warming impact by: Eliminating greenhouse gas refrigerants Reducing electricity consumption Supports sustainability and decarbonization goals

Acoustic & Mechanical Comfort

Very low noise and vibration levels No large motor‑compressor assemblies Quiet, vibration‑free operation suitable for sensitive environments

Compact & Efficient Design

Small footprint relative to capacity Double‑effect absorption design improves efficiency Reduced installation space compared to lower‑efficiency systems

Advanced Control & Diagnostics

Auto‑diagnosis system: Continuously monitors operating conditions Predicts chiller behavior Maintains stable operation High‑precision advanced control system Optimized part‑load and full‑load operation

Control / Integrations

Advanced Absorption Control System

The Carrier 16NK features a high‑precision control platform tailored for absorption technology, ensuring stable performance, optimized steam utilization, and safe operation.

Key control capabilities include:

Continuous system condition monitoring
Predictive diagnostics
Automatic performance adjustment
Safe operation under varying steam and load conditions

System Integration

Easily integrates with:
District steam networks
Industrial waste‑heat systems
Central chilled water plants
Suitable for hybrid plants combining electric and absorption chillers

Technical Documents

Document Name Description Document Type Language Action
Technical Documentation 16NK_EN_PSD-Short_06-2016_10158 Product Selection Data (PSD) short version PDF English Download

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