Air-Cooled Radiator:

An air-cooled radiator or air cooler is a type of heat exchanger that uses air as a cooling medium to dissipate heat from a fluid (usually a liquid coolant) circulating through it. The air flows over a network of fins or tubes, which increases the surface area and improves heat transfer efficiency. The fins or tubes are often made of aluminum or copper, which have high thermal conductivity and are lightweight.

Air-cooled radiators are commonly used in automotive and industrial applications where liquid cooling may not be feasible or practical. They are typically more compact, require less maintenance, and are less expensive than liquid-cooled systems. However, they may not be as efficient in dissipating heat compared to liquid cooling, especially under high heat loads or in humid environments.

In automotive applications, air-cooled radiators are commonly used in motorcycles, off-road vehicles, and vintage cars. In industrial applications, air-cooled radiators are used in power generation, oil and gas, and chemical processing plants.