The Flexible Single Tube (FST) Igniter is a reliable source of ignition energy for use in a tilting tangential type boiler. It is a Class 1, continuous duty, igniter capable of burner ignition and low load support. It is easily installed in the auxiliary air nozzles between the main fuel elevations and is designed with flexible components to accommodate the tilting of the fuel nozzles. The FST Igniter is capable of burning liquid or gaseous fuels. With capacities up to 10% of boiler heat input, the FST improves boiler / turbine startup flexibility.
Each FST Igniter includes a flexible fuel gun, a flexible retractable High Energy Spark Igniter (HESI) and a flame detector with a flexible fiber optic assembly. The fuel gun has an air swirler at the furnace end which mixes the windbox air and fuel at the tip to create a stable flame. All major components are fixed to a burner front plate that is designed to match the existing bolt pattern at the burner front. All components are designed to freely tilt with the fuel nozzle through a ±30° angle. Flame detection is accomplished by the use of either an ultraviolet or infrared detector, depending on the fuel fired.
Optional equipment includes gun retraction, quick disconnect fuel and atomizing air couplings, as well as an electrical junction box.
Fuel:No. 2 Oil or Natural GasBTU Rating:Oil: 10 – 37 MBTU/hr
Gas: 10 – 20 MBTU/hrFuel Pressure:Oil: 60 – 125 psig
Gas: 12 – 25 psigCooling/Combustion Air:Flow: 40 SCFM
Pressure: 6 WCGuide Tube OD:2.38”Mount Tube OD:2.88”Length:As Required, up to 8.5’Atomizing Pressure:20 psig (Differential over oil pressure)Material of Construction:Guide Tube and Mount Tube, Carbon Steel;
Guide Tube Tip and Pilot Area, 304 SSTRetract Cylinder Air Pressure:
(HESI/oil gun)60 to 100 psig
Input Voltage:120 to 240 VAC, 50/60 HzInput Power:120 VAC @ 1.5 A (2-A fuse); 240 VAC @ 0.75A (1-A fuse)Output Voltage:2000 VDCOutput Energy:12 joules per sparkSpark Rate:3 per second (approximately)Duty Cycle:50% at temp 0°F to 135°F (-18°C to 57°C) Ambient
FST Igniter Technical Bulletin
Publication Number 404006-05
