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What differences would you find with a hot water boiler compared to a steam boiler of the same capacity?
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Hot water boilers hydronic / radiant systems
loop system = feed and return water.
Runs usually around 12-15 psi residential/ more from multi story dwellings.
Has a thermal expansion tank.
Has an auto feed water valve sensing pressure.
Must be bled for proper / quiet operation (little or no air in system).
Most likely has circulating pumps to circulate water. Turn of the century homes (mansions) typically have grvity circulating systems.
Can be cast iron or fin tube radiators.
Steam boilers
single pipe system usually, incorporating a "harford loop" to return condensation to the boiler.
Boiler compartment only partially filled with water ( steam area top).
Auto water feed sensing water level.
Has a sight glass to monitor water level.
Has a pressure switch/ gauge that typically runs 4-6 psi of steam
cast iron radiators only.
Has an emergency auto cut off if pressure exceeds design settings.
Often banging is heard when condensation is trapped during warm up of system.
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What is the boiler capacity unit?
Boiler loads, or the capacity of steam boilers, are often rated in boiler horsepower, lbs of steam delivered per hour, or BTU. Large boiler capacities are often given in lbs of steam evaporated per hour under specified steam conditions. Since the amount of steam delivered varies with temperature and pressure, a common expression of the boiler capacity is the heat transferred over time expressed as British Thermal Units per hour.
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