The flake ice machine is a mechanical device that generates ice by passing water through the evaporator and cooling it with the refrigerant of the refrigeration 

system. According to the different condensation methods of flake ice machines, flake ice machines are divided into water-cooled flake ice machines and air-cooled

 flake ice machines. How to choose the condensation method of flake ice machine? Generally, small type flake ice machines (daily output of 0.2-5 tons) use air cooling, 

while large and medium-sized flake ice machines (daily output of 5-30 tons) mostly use water cooling. The main difference between water-cooled and air-cooled ice 

machines is that water cooling uses water as a carrier to cool down the ice machine.

Comparison between air-cooled flake ice maker machine and water-cooled flake ice machine:

1.Advantages of ice flake machine air-cooled condenser:

No water resources are required and operating costs are low;

It is easy to install and use, and does not require other supporting equipment. It can be put into operation just by connecting the power supply;

Suitable for areas with severe water shortage or difficult water supply.

2. Disadvantages of flake ice machine with air-cooled condenser:

The cost input is higher;

The condensation temperature is high, which reduces the operating power of the refrigeration unit;

Not suitable for areas with turbid air and dusty climate.

3. Advantages of water-cooled condenser:

Make the condensing temperature of the refrigeration unit low and increase the refrigeration power;

The initial investment cost is lower than air cooling and evaporative cooling;

It has good cooling effect and is suitable for medium and large refrigeration systems.

4. Disadvantages of water-cooled condenser:

Will consume water resources;

Spraying water will have some impact on the surrounding environment;

It is necessary to purchase a water tower and install a water system and water supply system.