Boiler Steam Capacity
Boiler Steam Capacity
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We are planning to purchase a new boiler to be used as a base load. We conducted the steam plant measurement to determine the existing capacity of the factory and we got 4028 kg/hr.How could we convert the load into Boiler Horse Power?





RE: Boiler Steam Capacity
One key factor that you need in determining the HP of the boiler is the energy. You have specified the capacity in terms of kg/hr, but you also need to determine the enthalpy of the steam in terms of kJ/kg. Then you will know the amount of energy per unit time in kJ/hr. Conversions from kJ/hr into KWe, MWe, or HP can be found in many various texts and refernce books. If you have problems finding them, let me know and I will send them to you.
RE: Boiler Steam Capacity
However, as 749KDV said you need more information. You need to know the enthalphy, so pressure and temperature as well. Once you know the output in mmbtu/hr you can use -> 33,475mmbtu/hr per BHP to get a more accurate conversion.