Mechanical Engineering - Steam Boilers and Engines - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Steam Boilers and Engines - Section 1 (Q.No. 18)
18.
An economiser __________ the steam raising capacity of a boiler.
increases
decreases
has no effect on
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Satinder said:   7 years ago
It have not any effect on steam capacity. It is used to give sensible heat to water only. Thus minimising the fuel quantity required hence increasing the boiler overall efficiency.

Rakesh said:   8 years ago
It shortens the time required to convert water into steam.

Danish Raza said:   9 years ago
An economiser can reduce fuel consumption only. The answer is has no effect on.

Mohit Aggarwal said:   1 decade ago
An economiser is a boiler accessory which increase the temperature of boiler feed water by utilisation of heat going waste with exhaust gases.

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