Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #327 (Set 11)

One limiting problem of lube oil filters restricting their use in large lube oil systems is __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — the associated large pressure drop across the filter

Fine-mesh full-flow filters in high-capacity marine lube systems create an excessive pressure drop, restricting their implementation unless paired with duplex arrangements and differential alarms.

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