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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