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vortex tube

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vortex tube [′vȯr‚teks ‚tüb]
(fluid mechanics)
A tubular surface consisting of the collection of vortex lines which pass through a small closed curve. Also known as vortex.
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The vortex tube uses a surprising (but well known) physical phenomenon to divide conventional plant compressed air into separate streams of hot and cold air without any mechanical means, moving parts, or electric power.
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EXAIR Cincinnati OH USA EXAIR's new high temperature vortex tubes are ideal for spot cooling applications that are located in hot environments up to 392[degrees]F (200[degrees]C).
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