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Why is the safety valve of a superheater set at a lower pressure than a safety valve of a boiler drum? (Central BOE-2021)

The safety valve of a superheater is set at a lower pressure than a safety valve of a boiler drum to protect the superheater tubes from overheating and damage. When the pressure in the boiler system rises too high, the safety valve on the superheater will open first, allowing someRead More

Soot deposit on flue gas path in a boiler

What is the effect of soot deposit in the flue gas path in a boiler? (Central BOE-2021) The deposition of soot in the flue gas path of a boiler can have several negative effects on the boiler’s performance and operation: 1. Reduced Heat Transfer Efficiency: Soot is a poor conductorRead More

What steps precede internal inspection of boilers

Before conducting an internal inspection of boilers, several important preparatory steps need to be taken to ensure safety and thoroughness: 1. Isolation and Shutdown: Safely isolate the boiler from the rest of the system and shut down the boiler, including all fuel and ignition sources. 2. Cooling Period: Allow theRead More

Boiler layout

Boiler layout refers to the physical arrangement of the components that make up a boiler. The layout of a boiler can vary depending on the specific design and application, but there are some common components that are found in most boilers. Here are the main components of a typical boilerRead More

HEAT RATE

Here are some keywords related to heat rate: Turbine heat rate vs net heat rate vs gross heat rate in a thermal power plant. In a thermal power plant, there are different measures of heat rate that are used to evaluate the efficiency of the power plant. 1. Gross HeatRead More