A microchannel heat exchanger is a highly efficient, compact device used in refrigeration, air conditioning, automotive, and renewable energy sectors. Its core feature is a microscale channel structure that greatly increases the heat transfer area, enhancing efficiency. Compared to traditional heat exchangers, it’s smaller, lighter, and offers superior heat transfer with less refrigerant, making it energy-saving and eco-friendly. Typically made of aluminum alloy, it’s corrosion-resistant and easy to process. Common designs include parallel-flow and cross-flow, ideal for high heat flux scenarios. Despite higher manufacturing costs, its efficiency and compactness make it popular, especially for EV battery cooling and data center thermal management.