Advantages and Disadvantages of Vortex-Tube Refrigeration System

Advantages and Disadvantages of Vortex-Tube Refrigeration System Points : advantages and disadvantages of vortex-tube refrigeration system Advantages

1. There is no leakage problem as it uses only air as the refrigerant.
2. Initial cost is low. At places where compressed air is readily available, its working expanses are also low.
3. Requires less space.
4. It is simple in design.
5. Light in weight.
6. No moving parts.

Disadvantages

1. Limited capacity
2. Low C.O.P.