Boiler or Steam Generator (1)
What is Boiler or Steam generator?
- A steam generator or Boiler is a closed vessel. It function is to transfer heat (Produce by furnace) to water and ultimately generate steam.
Different Types of Boiler
According to the contents in the tubes, the boilers can be classified as
- Water tube Boiler
- Fire tube Boiler
Water tube Boiler
In water tube boilers, the water is present inside the tubes and the fire or hot gases surrounds these water tubes.
Fire tube Boiler
In fire tube boiler the fire or hot gas are present inside the tubes and
water surrounds these fire tubes. Since fire is inside the tubes and
hence it is named as fire tube boiler. The heat from the hot gases is
conducted through the walls of the tube to the water.
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