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Condenser tube material: Stainless steel The tube cleaning system must be operated in the con-
tinuous mode. This removes tightly-adherent deposits,
Introduction including those originating from microorganisms, and im-
proves the surface quality of the condenser tubes by pol-
This procedure describes the properties of the stainless
ishing.
steels used as condenser tube material and, based on these,
derives the requirements regarding treatment during opera-
tion. Notes are also included on the operation of the tube Caution!
cleaning system.
Risk of equipment damage!
The plant operator must observe the VGB Guidelines Operation of the tube cleaning system out-
VGB-R 113L and VGB-R 455P which deal, among other side of specifications can result in damage
things, with possible damage to condenser tubes. to the condenser tubes.
centration is reduced as the flow velocity increases. the condenser tubes facilitates the deposition of suspen-
ded solids.. This also disturbs proper operation of the tube
cleaning system.
Caution! Continuous operation of the condenser after initial startup
Risk of equipment damage! of a new condenser and after return to service may be
approved only when foreign particles have been elimina-
Chlorides can accumulate under deposits and
ted (see Document 2-4-MA5-761).
design patent are reserved.
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Condensing Plant
Operating Documentation Condenser - Operation (tube side)
Procedural Instruction
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