Month: May 2023
Boiler Drum Level Control in Subcritical Boilers: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operation
In subcritical boilers, the drum level control plays a crucial role in maintaining the desired water level inside the boiler drum. Here are the key aspects of boiler drum level control in subcritical boilers: 1. Level Measurement: 2. Control Strategies: a. Single Element Control: b. Two Element Control:Read More
Understanding the Differences: Cooking Coal vs. Non-Coking Coal
Cooking coal and non-coking coal are two types of coal with different properties and uses. Let’s explore each of them: a. High carbon content: Cooking coal has a high carbon content, typically ranging from 60% to 90%. This high carbon content is essential for the production of coke. b. LowRead More
Impact of Humidity on Cooling Tower Performance
A cooling tower in a power plant is used to remove heat from condenser cooling water by transferring it to the atmosphere through the process of evaporation.The efficiency of this process is affected by the humidity levels in the surrounding air.Understanding how humidity affects cooling tower efficiency is vital forRead More
Turbine exit pressure vs condenser back pressure
The LP (Low-Pressure) turbine exit pressure, which is measured at the exhaust flange, may not be the same as the condenser backpressure. Let’s break down these two concepts: While these two pressures are related and connected in a power plant’s steam cycle, they are not necessarily the same. The pressureRead More
Boiler Drum & Steam-Water Separation
The steam drum in a modern boiler serves multiple purposes and contains various components known as drum internals. Here’s a breakdown of the purposes and functions of the steam drum and its internals: SEPARATION OF STEAM AND WATER Certainly! Here’s an explanation of steam-water separation in a utility boiler drum.Read More