Service Air Flashcards
What kind of compressor is used in the service air system?
Rotary screw with intake silencer, intercooler, aftercooler and moisture separator
What pressure is maintained by the service air system?
115-125psig
What pressure will trip off the service air compressor?
135psig
What powers the Service air compressor motors?
NG
What powers the service air compressor space heaters?
NH
What is the limitation of using domestic water in place of turbine cooling water?
limited to 1 IA compressor and the 1 service compressor
What components of the service air system are cooled by TC?
Intercooler, aftercooler, lube oil cooler
What does the service air compressor do for condensate demineralizers?
air for resin fluffling during regen
What part does service air play in containment hydrogen purge (HP)?
Reduces hydrogen concentration and maintains the pressure in containment to provide motive force to hydrogen purge unit
What FP valves use service air?
pre-action valves
How is the service air compressor controlled?
by an on/off unloading system operated by an air pressure switch, which senses variations in the service air header
What is the purpose of the service air receivers?
Act as a pressure surge chamber
What is the purpose of the service air dryer?
What kind of dryer is it?
Removes moisture to dew point 35-45F at 125psig
Refrigeration type
What happens if the service air compressor runs unloaded for 20 mins?
It will auto stop
What is the evolution with the greatest high rate usage of service air?
Fluffing the resin beds