Packaged Water-Cooled Chillers

Water-cooled chillers use water to cool the refrigerant. Featuring a separate cooling tower to direct heat away from the refrigerant, water-cooled chillers require access to a continual water source for operation.

They’re installed indoors, protected from damage from the outdoor elements. Thanks to their quiet operation, water-cooled chillers are ideally suited for low-noise environments. Available with environmentally friendly options, water-cooled chillers also boast plenty of energy-saving benefits.

Water-based cooling
Long life span
Quiet operation
Energy efficiency
Requires continual water source

Known for our vast industry knowledge and expertise, we bring over 50 years of experience to serve your industrial process cooling needs.

Our robust lines of custom-capable packaged water-cooled chillers are engineered to suit your unique application specifications. We are your trusted industrial process cooling source with a proven 99.4% uptime rate and tight temperature control of +/- 1°F. Many water-cooled chillers are available for quick shipment, and we offer outstanding after-the-sale technical support to ensure your system keeps your processes running strong.

All our custom-capable water-cooled chiller product lines are designed with many desirable standard features, including:

Factory tested to ensure your unit arrives in working order and meets your performance-designed criteria
Fully refrigerant charged for a hassle-free and more efficient installation
Rated NEMA 3R electrical for both indoor and outdoor use

We offer many efficiency- and performance-enhancing features that come standard to maximize cost-effectiveness. Browse our product lines below to learn more about the features and benefits of our units, or request a quote online.

Drake Refrigeration
Units Nomenclature

Product Lines

Single Circuit Scroll Water-Cooled Chiller

Models

12S-380S

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Single

Compressor

Scroll

1.5 to 30

Our single circuit scroll water-cooled chiller options feature a long-lasting and industry-leading Copeland scroll compressor. Available with either a shell-and-tube or coaxial tube-in-tube condenser, depending on the model, these highly efficient and durable packaged water-cooled chillers are designed to keep your processes cool.

Single Circuit Digital Scroll Water-Cooled Chillers

Models

36S-90S

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Single

Compressor

Digital scroll

4-10

Our single circuit digital scroll water-cooled chiller line features a highly effective and compact coaxial tube-in-tube condenser with superior anti-fouling characteristics. Some models are available with a stainless-steel storage tank with closed-cell insulation for enhanced temperature control and a reliable stainless-steel recirculation pump. These factory-tested packaged water-cooled units are designed for optimal process cooling performance.

Dual Circuit Scroll Water-Cooled Chillers

Models

72D-760D

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Dual

Compressor

Scroll

8-60

Our dual circuit scroll water-cooled chiller options range from 8 to 60 HP, with various options to suit your application. With an industry-leading Copeland scroll compressor, these dual circuit scroll chillers come with either a coaxial tube-in-tube or shell-and-tube condenser. With a dual circuit process cooling system, these packaged water-cooled chillers are designed for maximum performance and utility

Dual Circuit Digital Scroll Water-Cooled Chillers

Models

72D-180D

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Dual

Compressor

Digital scroll

8-30

Our dual circuit digital scroll water-cooled chiller options are available in units ranging from 8 to 30 HP. They are engineered with an industry-leading and long-lasting Copeland scroll compressor with digital technology for precision temperature control and modulation down to 20% capacity. These factory-tested packaged water-cooled chillers have either a shell-and-tube or coaxial tube-in-tube condenser, depending on the model.

Single Circuit Semi-Hermetic Water-Cooled Chillers

Models

100S-500S

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Single

Compressor

Semi-hermetic

10-50

Our single circuit semi-hermetic water-cooled chiller options range from 10 to 50 HP. Engineered with an industry-leading Copeland or Bitzer semi-hermetic compressor, these industrial process chillers are designed for long-lasting performance. A shell-and-tube condenser contributes to a highly efficient water-cooled design, making these units a superior choice for many industrial applications.

Dual Circuit Semi-Hermetic Water-Cooled Chillers

Models

150D-1000D

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Dual

Compressor

Semi-hermetic

15-100

Ranging from 15 to 100 HP, our dual circuit semi-hermetic water-cooled chillers offer superior performance and reliability. With an industry-leading and long-lasting Copeland or Bitzer semi-hermetic compressor, these packaged process chillers are built to last. Several desirable features, such as variable capacity control and compressor vibration eliminators, round out some of the advantages of choosing these highly-efficient units.

Dual Circuit Screw Water-Cooled Chiller

Models

800D-2000D

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Dual

Compressor

Screw

80-200

Our dual circuit screw water-cooled chiller line features robust, long-lasting, and rebuildable Hanbell screw compressors that comes with a 3-year standard warranty. Ranging from 80 to 200 HP, these powerful and efficient industrial process chillers feature variable capacity control for a soft start and stepped capacity control from 12.5-100%. The compressor vibration eliminator reduces noise and vibration transfer, making these units ideal for sound-sensitive environments.

Tandem Circuit Scroll Water-Cooled Chiller

Models

280Q-Z-1280Q-Z

Type

Water-cooled

Circuit

Tandem

Compressor

Scroll

28-120

Our tandem circuit scroll water-cooled chillers are available in systems ranging from 28-120 HP. Built with a long-lasting and industry-leading Copeland tandem scroll compressor, these factory-tested packaged industrial process chillers come with many desirable standard features, including 25-100% capacity control for tight control on varying loads.

Custom Products

Customize your water-cooled chiller

Many of our packaged water-cooled chillers are available with several customization options to suit your application, including:

Drake Refrigeration Custom Water-Cooled Chiller (PWCL1600 M6-T4-S)
4-year extended compressor warranty
Electronic expansion valves for consistency, efficiency, and control
Electrical upgrades, including compressor fusing, disconnects, and circuit breakers
On-board stainless-steel pumps in multiple configurations and options
Fluid piping upgrades, including flow meters, pressure gauges, and low flow bypass valves
Fully insulated and cleanable chiller evaporator barrel for enhanced corrosion-resistance and added capacity
Marine condenser for corrosion-resistance and saltwater applications
Condenser water regulating valves for head pressure control
Casters for easy mobility
Service outlets
City water add-ons
Heaters
Water regulation valves

The options vary by model. Ask us about additional options and customizations available for your packaged water-cooled chiller.

WHY CHOOSE US

Since 1972, we’ve manufactured reliable, durable, and cost-effective industrial process chillers for various industries, including medical, dairy, food processing, brewery, refrigeration, low-temp, and industrial.

Choose us for Packaged Water-Cooled Chillers

With a vast arsenal of tools and configurations, we have the knowledge and brainpower to tackle even the most sophisticated cooling need. From varying loads and narrow temperature bands to high and low ambient conditions, we build systems that focus on one goal: to keep your equipment running.

40+ years of experience
Proven 99.4% uptime rate
Custom solutions
Tight temperature control
Proudly manufactured in the USA in Bensalem, PA
Short lead times
Customer and technical support

Where to get our products

Our products are available through most refrigeration wholesalers so that you can turn to suppliers and contractors you know and trust. With representatives throughout the United States, you can get the support you need during all stages of the process.

No matter how challenging your unique cooling need, our product line has what it takes to keep your processes going strong. Contact your trusted refrigeration wholesaler or contact us.