DEAERATOR

📖 A deaerator is a device that removes dissolved gases from water. It is an essential component of
an HRSG, as dissolved gases can cause corrosion and other problems in the steam system.

The deaerator in an HRSG typically consists of the following components:

▶ A feedwater inlet: This is where the feedwater enters the deaerator.

▶ A steam inlet: This is where steam is injected into the deaerator.
▶ A mixing chamber: This is where the feedwater and steam mix.
▶ A demister: This is a device that removes water droplets from the steam.
▶ A vacuum breaker: This is a device that prevents the deaerator from collapsing.

📖 The deaerator works by the principle of Henry's law. Henry's law states that the solubility of a gas
in a liquid is directly proportional to the partial pressure of that gas above the liquid.

📖 In the deaerator, the steam is injected into the feedwater under a vacuum. This creates a partial
pressure of steam that is lower than the atmospheric pressure. As a result, the dissolved gases in the
feedwater are released and rise to the top of the deaerator, where they are removed by the
demister.

📖 The deaerator is an important component of an HRSG because it removes dissolved gases from
the feedwater. This helps to prevent corrosion and other problems in the steam system, and it also
helps to improve the efficiency of the HRSG.

Here are some of the benefits of using a deaerator in an HRSG:

▶ Reduced corrosion: Dissolved gases in the feedwater can cause corrosion in the steam system. By
removing these gases, the deaerator helps to prevent corrosion and extend the life of the steam
system.
▶ Improved efficiency: The deaerator helps to improve the efficiency of the HRSG by removing
dissolved gases that can interfere with the heat transfer process.
▶ Increased safety: The deaerator helps to increase the safety of the HRSG by reducing the risk of
explosions and fires.

The deaerator is a vital component of an HRSG. It helps to ensure the safe and efficient operation of
the HRSG, and it also helps to extend the life of the steam system.

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