General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #1258 (Set 19)

The temperature of the steam flow to the saltwater feed heater, in a flash type evaporator can be manipulated by a/an __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — attemporator in the steam supply piping

An attemporator, or desuperheater, is used to control the temperature of steam supplied to the saltwater feed heater. By injecting water or adjusting the steam path, it ensures the feed heater operates within design parameters, preventing scaling and optimizing the flash evaporation process.

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