KL Footed Fin / Knurled L Footed Fin

The KL fin is also known as the knurled L fin. This finned tube is almost identical to the Wrap-On fin and is made using both Wrap-On and Embedded techniques. The fins are made from strips that have been prepared into a L shape that is comparable to the L type, then rolled into a taper that causes it to curl. It is then helically wound onto the tube in a continuous loop under tension. The tube is hugged by the fin. A spinning tool knurls the base tube, and then the foot of the fin is knurled into the knurling of the base tube, resulting in a tight bond and improved thermal performance.

The foot of one fin bumps up against the next fin if the correct fin strip is utilised, and there is no space between the fins. This helps to protect the tube from corrosion. In a similar way to L fins, the fins are attached at each end to prevent unwinding. In applications involving metal, KL -Foot tension wound finned tubes are typically employed. Up to 320°C (608°F) maximum operating temperature