What do evaporative condensers use as their primary cooling medium?

Evaporative condensers primarily use water as their cooling medium. In these systems, water is circulated through the condenser coils, where it absorbs heat from the refrigerant. The heat in the water is then dissipated into the atmosphere, typically through the process of evaporation. As the water evaporates, it cools down, allowing the refrigerant to condense effectively. This method is focused on maximizing the cooling efficiency, as the evaporation of water requires significant energy, which enhances the overall cooling process.

While refrigerants do play a role in the system, they are not the cooling medium of the condenser itself. Air can also be present in certain systems but is not the primary medium in evaporative condensers; it is typically used in air-cooled condensers instead. Dry ice, although a cooling substance, is not suitable for continuous operation in evaporative condensers and is not a practical choice for this application.