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1
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Why is it important to know the thermal efficiency at which a boiler is operating?

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  1. Ensure economical operation

2. Contributes to high efficiency for the overall plant

2
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What are some factors that contribute to thermal efficiency in a Boiler?

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  1. Boiler design
  2. Type of fuel burned
  3. Variations in the boiler load factor
  4. Maintenance practices
3
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Boiler Efficiency

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The ratio of the heat transferred to the water and steam over the heat supplied to the boiler by the fuel