Boiler Mountings - GATE 1997
Which among the following is the boiler mounting?
A. Blow off cock
B. Feed pump
C. Economiser
D. Superheater
Answer: Boiler mountings are integral part of the boilers without boiler mountings boilers can not work. Examples of boiler mountings are Pressure gauge, water level indicators, safety valves, steam stop valves, feed check valve, blow-off cock, fusible plugs, etc
Therefore correct option is A. Blow off cock.
All other devices are accessories. The boiler can still work without them.
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