Sizing furnace of firetube boiler

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The discussion centers on the sizing of a fire tube boiler furnace, specifically addressing the criteria for determining the appropriate length. It is noted that sizing typically involves selecting a model from a catalog that meets specific requirements. The inquiry suggests that the user may be designing a boiler from scratch, which requires a deeper understanding of the relevant standards and specifications.

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i'm designing a fire tube boiler. is there any standard for sizing a furnace. according to what criteria can we choose the length of fire tube boiler furnace
thks for your help
 
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Usually "sizing" means picking one from a catalog based on your requirements. Are you designing one from scratch?
 

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