Used Fire Tube Boilers
Browse Aaron's inventory of unused and used fire tube boilers. Fire tube boilers are a type of boiler where hot gases pass through tubes that are surrounded by water. They are one of the most common types of boilers used in industries and for heating purposes. There are three types of fire tube boilers; single-pass fire tube, multi-pass fire tube, and vertical fire tube boilers. Fire tube boilers are simple designs, low cost, efficient and easy to operate. If you are looking to sell your used fire tube boiler submit a request online or contact Erik Eichert at 630-238-7480.
Your Guide To Understanding Industrial Fire Tube Boilers
Industrial fire tube boilers are essential in many industries, providing steam for various applications. Understanding their operation, maintenance, and efficiency can help ensure they run safely and effectively. This guide will explore the basics of industrial fire tube boilers, the importance of regular maintenance, and tips for improving boiler efficiency.
What Are Industrial Fire Tube Boilers?
Industrial fire tube boilers are a type of steam generator designed to produce steam by heating water. The water surrounds tubes that carry hot gases produced by burning fuel. Heat is transferred to the water as the hot gases pass through these tubes, converting it into steam.
Key Components
- Furnace: This is where the fuel combustion occurs, producing the hot gases.
- Tubes: These carry the hot gases through the water, facilitating heat transfer.
- Shell: The large outer vessel containing the water and tubes.
- Chimney: This part vents the combustion gases outside.
How Do Fire Tube Boilers Work?
Fire tube boilers burn fuel, usually natural gas, oil, or coal, to create hot gases. These gases travel through tubes immersed in water within the boiler shell. The heat from the gases is transferred through the tube walls, heating the water and generating steam. This steam is then used for various industrial processes including food processing, chemical and pharamaceutical industries and manufacturing plants.
The Importance of Steam Generation
Steam generation is crucial in food processing, chemical manufacturing, and power plants. Steam provides heat, powers turbines, and supports other processes.
Boiler Maintenance: Ensuring Safety and Efficiency
Proper maintenance of industrial fire tube boilers is essential for safety and efficiency. Regular inspections and cleaning can prevent accidents and prolong the boiler's life.
Key Maintenance Tasks
- Inspect the Pressure Vessel: Regular checks help ensure the integrity and safety of the vessel.
- Clean the Tubes: Soot and debris can build up, reducing heat transfer and efficiency.
- Monitor Water Quality: Poor water quality can lead to scaling, corrosion, and reduced efficiency.
- Check Safety Valves: Ensure they function correctly to prevent overpressure situations.
Benefits of Regular Maintenance
- Increased Efficiency: Clean and well-maintained boilers operate more efficiently, improved energy savings, saving fuel and reducing costs.
- Extended Lifespan: Routine maintenance can extend the boiler's life, delaying the need for costly replacements.
- Improved Safety: Regular inspections can identify potential issues before accidents occur.
Enhancing Boiler Efficiency
Improving the efficiency of a fire tube boiler can lead to significant cost savings and environmental benefits. Here are some strategies to enhance efficiency:
- Optimize Heat Transfer
- Insulate the Boiler: Proper insulation minimizes heat loss.
- Regularly Clean Tubes: Keep tubes free of soot and scale to maximize heat transfer.
- Upgrade Equipment
- Install Economizers: These devices capture waste heat from flue gases and use it to preheat the feedwater, improving efficiency.
- Automate Controls: Modern control systems can optimize fuel usage and steam production.
- Monitor and Adjust Operations
- Track Fuel Consumption: Regular monitoring can identify inefficiencies.
- Adjust Burner Settings: Ensure the fuel-to-air ratio is optimized for complete combustion.
Boiler Installation: Key Considerations
Several factors must be considered when installing a fire tube boiler to ensure optimal performance and compliance with regulations.
- Site Selection
- Access and Space: Ensure enough boiler space and easy maintenance access.
- Ventilation: Proper ventilation is crucial for safe operation.
- Compliance with Regulations
- Local Codes: Adhere to all local building and safety codes.
- Industry Standards: Follow industry standards for installation and operation.
- Choosing the Right Boiler
- Capacity: Select a boiler with the appropriate steam generation capacity.
- Fuel Type: Consider the availability and cost of different fuel types.
Top Fire Tube Boiler Brands
While there are many reputable manufacturers, the market has shown a preference for the following brands:
- Cleaver-Brooks, Hurst Boiler, Fulton, Miura, Superior Boiler and many more!
Understanding industrial fire tube boilers is crucial for anyone involved in operation or maintenance. By focusing on regular maintenance, improving efficiency, and considering key factors during installation, you can ensure your boiler operates safely and effectively. This guide provides a solid foundation for managing your boiler system, leading to increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
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54303003Energy Fabrication 30 MMBTU Frac Heating Unit Propane Fired
Used Energy Fabrication Model TFH30P indirect-fired frac heating unit with a heating capacity of 30 MMBTU per hour. Unit is propane fired and identified by serial number EFH30P-5000-274. Possible applications include heating water, brine, fracturing fluids, process liquids, and other suitable industrial or oilfield fluids.
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54383002Used General Boiler Electric Steam Boiler 504 kW / 1,773 lbs/ hour. – 480V Industrial Boiler
Used General Boiler, Electric, Series L, Model GE504-CS-480-3-H-COMBO. Output: 504 kW / 1,773 lbs/ hour. Rated 15 psi, Power: 480V, 3-phase, 607 amps, Dual feed pumps, Carbon Steet construction. ASME H certified. Control panel. Unitized on common base. S/n 3148. Yr. 2013
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53968001AJAX A200 Series Boiler for Sale – 50 HP, 90% Thermal Efficiency – 2,000,000 BTU
Used AJAX Natural Gas Boiler, Atlas A200 Series, Model: Atlas A200. Heating Surface: 42.4 sq. ft. Maximum Input: 2,000,000 BTU/hr, Output: 1,800,000 BTU/hr. Thermal Efficiency: 90%, Burner Output: 1,307,692 BTU/hr, Horsepower: 50 HP, Gross Input Pressure: 4.0" W.C. Max Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP): 160 PSIG. Honeywell Sola Hydronic control, Honeywell HMI. Voltage: 120V, 60Hz, 1 Phase, Full Load Amps: 5A, Control Voltage: 24V. Serial# 71628.
MFR: Ajax
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54210001Used Allied Engineering Super Hot Fire Tube Boiler, Model AAE-3000-N-M | 3M BTU/hr | Natural Gas | 160 PSI | BC-1 Controller | Skid Mounted
Used- Allied Engineering Super Hot AAE Series Fire Tube Boiler, Model AAE-3000-N-M. Natural gas, High/Low fire. 3M BTU/hr input, 1.2M BTU/hr output. Minimal relief valve pressure 2400 MBH. 160 psi maximum water pressure, 250 degrees F maximum temperature, 227 square feet heating surface. Skid mounted. Includes: Electronic Ignition, Stainless steel Burners, Gas Valve, Redundant Gas Valve, BC-1 Microcontroller, Operating Aquastat, Safety High Limit Aquastat, Temperature / Pressure Gauge, A.S.M.E. Pressure Relief Valve 30 p.s.i., Drain Valve, Draft Hood, Transformer, Control Panel Enclosure, Main On/Off Switch with Indicator Light. 60hz, 120 volt. Shack available. Serial # 7161. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: Allied Engineering
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47147028Unused Cleaver-Brooks CB 700-600 Natural Gas Boiler – 600 HP, 150 PSI (2023)
Unused- Cleaver Brooks Boiler, Model CB 700-600. Natural gas fueled. 600 HP. 3,000 square feet heating surface. 10.5 kg/cm2 design pressure. 150 PSI maximum working pressure. 6,327,000 kcal/hr inlet. 98 cm H20 minimum gas inlet pressure. Serial# MX-8711. Built 2023.
MFR: Cleaver Brooks
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54478001Unused Fulton VSRT-125 Steam Boiler | 125 HP Vertical Tubeless High Efficiency Boiler
Installed, tested, and not used afterward ******* Used Fulton VSRT-125 Vertical Tubeless Steam Boiler rated at 125 boiler horsepower with a steam output of approximately 4,300 lb./HR and a fuel input of about 5.0 MMBTU/hr. 193.2 sq/ft heating surface. It utilizes a two-pass vertical design with a spiral rib heat exchanger and a fully water-backed pressure vessel with no refractory. Typical thermal efficiency is in the 8286% range with steam quality =99.75%. The unit is equipped with a fully modulating, linkage less burner capable of up to a 10:1 turndown ratio and is configured for natural gas, propane, or dual fuel, with NOx emissions typically below 20 ppm depending on setup. Maximum operating pressure is typically rated up to 150 PSIG (design pressure may vary by unit). Approximate dimensions are 100" deep, 75" wide, and 140" high, with an operating weight approximately 19,000 lbs. Serial# F10116417A, National Board# 11514, built 2024.
MFR: Fulton
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54521001Used Lochinvar Crest Condensing Boiler Model FBN1001 – Natural Gas High-Efficiency Boiler
Used Lochinvar Crest Condensing Boiler Model FBN1001 Natural Gas High-Efficiency Boiler. 960,000 btu/hr maximum output, 1,000,000 btu/hr maximum input. Fueled by natural gas. 97 square feet of heating surface. Certified 160 psi at 210 degrees F. 1/60/120V. National Board # 174312, Serial# 3115101830529.
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54521002Lochinvar Crest FBN1001 High-Efficiency Natural Gas Condensing Boiler for Commercial and Industrial Heating Applications
Lochinvar Crest FBN1001 High-Efficiency Natural Gas Condensing Boiler for Commercial and Industrial Heating Applications. 960,000 btu/hr maximum output, 1,000,000 btu/hr maximum input. Fueled by natural gas. 97 square feet of heating surface. Certified 160 psi at 210 degrees F. 1/60/120V. National Board # 150398, Serial# 3115101830525.
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54419001Used Lochinvar Crest FBN1001 Condensing Boiler – 1,000,000 BTU High-Efficiency Natural Gas Heating System
Used- Lochinvar Crest Condensing Boiler, Model FBN 1001. Natural gas fueled. 114.7 square feet of heating surface. 999,999 BTU/hr max input, 960,000 output. 160 psi max allowable working pressure. 210 degrees F max water temperature. 1 phase/60 Hz/120V. National Board #323810, built 2018. Overall dimensions: 30'' Width x 56.5'' Length x 78'' Tall.
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54014001Unused Parker T3600 Direct-Fired Hot Water Boiler – 3,600 MBH, 2024 Build
Unused- Parker Industrial Boiler Model T3600, Direct-Fired Hot Water Boiler. Built 2024. Heating surface 666 square feet. Rated 3,600 MBH input, 2,880 MBH output. CSD-1, ASME, 115v/1ph. Modulating, 125 psig MAWP, Natural gas fired. Operating with max temperature up to 240 degrees F. Recommended 20 to 40 degree delta T, with 288-144 GPM capacity. Machine, Still in crates, Hot Water Boilers with Atmospheric Type Burners on Natural Gas.
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54014002New Parker Industrial Boiler T3600 – 2,880 MBH Output, Natural Gas
Unused- 2024 Parker Industrial Boiler Model T3600, Direct-Fired Hot Water Boiler. Heating surface 666 square feet. Rated 3,600 MBH input, 2,880 MBH output. CSD-1, ASME, 115v/1ph. Modulating, 125 psig MAWP, Natural gas fired. Operating with max temperature up to 240 degrees F. Recommended 20 to 40 degree delta T, with 288-144 GPM capacity. Machine, Still in crates, Hot Water Boilers with Atmospheric Type Burners on Natural Gas.