Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #426 (Set 15)

The minimum feed water inlet temperature to a boiler economizer is determined by the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — dew point temperature of the stack gas

Feedwater inlet temperature to an economizer must remain above the acid dew point of the flue gases to prevent water vapor and sulfur compounds from condensing and causing severe external tube corrosion.

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