Question

What is the function of the feed water pump of a boiler?

(a) Pump water at high pressure

(b) To pump water at lower pressure

(c) To pull back the water from boiler

(d) To convert steam into water after the boiler process

I got this question in semester exam.

My question comes from Boiler Mounting Accessories topic in portion Steam Generators & Accessories of Energy Engineering

Answer 1

Right option is (a) Pump water at high pressure

The explanation: Function of feed water pump is to pump water at high pressure to the water space of the boiler drum. There are many types of feed pumps, in which they are mainly classified into rotary and reciprocating pumps.