SANY SY210C SY215 SY225C Excavator Radiator Complete Cooling System Replacement

Product Specification

Product Overview

This complete cooling system replacement assembly is designed for SANY SY210C, SY215, and SY225C excavators. The unit includes the radiator core, aluminum tanks, mounting brackets, and rubber vibration isolators as a ready-to-install package, cross-referencing the SANY original equipment specification.

Cause

SANY excavators deployed in Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern, and African markets frequently operate in ambient temperatures exceeding 40°C combined with high dust levels from lateritic soils and construction activities. Under these dual stressors of thermal load and particulate contamination, radiator degradation accelerates significantly. The aluminum tanks develop fatigue cracks at the brazed joint connections due to structural vibration from the excavator upper frame, while the internal tube surfaces accumulate mineral scale from the use of untreated water in coolant top-ups. These combined degradation modes reduce heat transfer efficiency to a point where engine operating temperatures approach the thermal derating threshold.

Solution

The complete cooling assembly addresses all degradation modes simultaneously by replacing the core, tanks, and mounting hardware as an integrated unit. The 3-row brazed aluminum core provides adequate heat rejection for ambient temperatures up to 45°C, the 3.0 mm aluminum alloy tanks resist fatigue cracking under vibration, and the new rubber isolators restore the vibration-damping function between the radiator and the excavator frame. Each assembly is factory pressure tested at 1.5 bar before shipment.

Specifications

Compatible Model: SANY SY210C / SY215 / SY225C
Core Material: Brazed Aluminum
Core Configuration: 3-Row
Core Dimensions: 700 mm (W) x 520 mm (H) x 28 mm (T)
Tank Material: 3.0 mm Aluminum Alloy
Inlet Pipe OD: 38 mm
Outlet Pipe OD: 42 mm
Fin Density: 16 FPI
Pressure Test: 1.5 bar (factory)
Includes: Core, tanks, brackets, rubber isolators

Application

Designed for SANY SY210C, SY215, and SY225C excavators operating in hot climates with ambient temperatures up to 45°C. Suitable for road construction, building foundation work, mining support, and general earthmoving. The complete assembly is recommended for machines with over 6,000 operating hours where the original radiator shows signs of tank cracking, mount deterioration, or reduced cooling efficiency.

How It Works

The cooling assembly integrates the radiator core, tanks, and mounting system into a single heat exchange unit. Hot coolant from the SANY diesel engine enters the inlet tank and flows through three rows of aluminum tubes. The brazed fins attached to each tube increase the surface area available for convective heat transfer to ambient air. The cooling fan, driven by the engine, forces air through the fin stack at a controlled velocity. The rubber isolators between the mounting brackets and the excavator frame absorb structural vibration, preventing fatigue damage to the brazed joints during extended service life.

How To Choose

Confirm your SANY excavator model and production year, check for visible tank cracks or hardened rubber mounts on your current unit, and verify whether your machine has an integrated transmission oil cooler. If tanks show cracking or mounts have lost elasticity, a complete assembly replacement is more cost-effective than replacing the core alone.

FAQ

Q: Does this fit the SY210C-8 model?
A: Please verify your OEM part number. Different production years may use different specifications.

Q: How often should the coolant be replaced?
A: Every 2,000-3,000 hours with conventional coolant, or 6,000+ hours with OAT extended-life coolant.

Q: Is this compatible with the SY235 model?
A: No. The SY235 requires a different radiator size. Please contact us for SY235 specifications.