Cooling methods for the water well drilling rig depend on type, environment and needs. Options include air, water, oil and hybrid cooling.
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Air cooling: Uses
fans; simple, low-maintenance, no water needed. Fits small rigs or dry areas. Portable rig engines rely on it—fails in 35℃ heat after 2 hours.
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Water cooling: Uses water/antifreeze; 3-5x more efficient than air. Suits large rigs. Truck-mounted rigs stay stable at 40℃, but need regular refills.
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Oil cooling: For hydraulics; uses radiators for heat exchange. Compact, precise. A deep-well rig’s system starts fans at 45℃, saving energy.
Hybrid systems (e.g., water + air) work for high-heat rigs. One 300m rig stayed cool for 8 hours, saving 15% energy. Choose based on environment and cost.

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