Marine Boiler-safe working pressure after finding pitting marks

AI Thread Summary
Determining the safe operating pressure of a marine boiler with pitting marks requires a thorough inspection by a qualified boiler inspection authority. It is not advisable to operate the boiler or bring it up to its design pressure without this inspection. Pitting can indicate potential weaknesses that may compromise safety. The manufacturer's specifications should be referenced, but they do not replace the need for professional evaluation. Prioritizing safety and compliance with regulations is essential before proceeding with boiler operation.
renjith_p
Messages
12
Reaction score
0
On finding pitting on a water tube marine boiler, after inspection, how do i check for its safe operating pressure? Would it be safe to fire it and bring it up to its design pressure as stated by the maker?
 
Engineering news on Phys.org
I wouldn't operate this boiler without obtaining a thorough inspection of the unit from a reputable boiler inspection authority.
 

Thread 'Race car suspension Class'

Posted June 2024 - 15 years after starting this class. I have learned a whole lot. To get to the short course on making your stock car, late model, hobby stock E-mod handle, look at the index below. Read all posts on Roll Center, Jacking effect and Why does car drive straight to the wall when I gas it? Also read You really have two race cars. This will cover 90% of problems you have. Simply put, the car pushes going in and is loose coming out. You do not have enuff downforce on the right...
View full post »

Thread 'Cantilever help'

I'm trying to decide what size and type of galvanized steel I need for 2 cantilever extensions. The cantilever is 5 ft. The space between the two cantilever arms is a 17 ft Gap the center 7 ft of the 17 ft Gap we'll need to Bear approximately 17,000 lb spread evenly from the front of the cantilever to the back of the cantilever over 5 ft. I will put support beams across these cantilever arms to support the load evenly
View full post »
Thread 'What's the most likely cause for this carbon seal crack?'

Thread 'What's the most likely cause for this carbon seal crack?'

We have a molded carbon graphite seal that is used in an inline axial piston, variable displacement hydraulic pump. One of our customers reported that, when using the “A” parts in the past, they only needed to replace them due to normal wear. However, after switching to our parts, the replacement cycle seems to be much shorter due to “broken” or “cracked” failures. This issue was identified after hydraulic fluid leakage was observed. According to their records, the same problem has occurred...
View full post »

Similar threads

Maximum combustion chamber pressure and connector rod length
Replies
12
Views
1K
Question about the Ramping-up procedure for a steam boiler
Replies
8
Views
3K
Hazard levels for pressure vessels with internal bladders
Replies
1
Views
1K
Any info on how the couple that found the safe while magnet fishing opened it?
Replies
11
Views
1K
Pressure Switch to Diaphragm Flow Switch
Replies
3
Views
3K
Ship Performance after Reboilering
Replies
3
Views
1K
Need help with a research project for firefighting
Replies
7
Views
2K
Pipe Design to pump sea water from the ocean to a boiler via intermediate tanks
Replies
4
Views
2K
Measuring the total pressure of a centrifugal compressor
Replies
1
Views
2K
Predicting Remaining Pressure in Compressed Gas Cylinder
Replies
3
Views
3K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top