Chp System Data: steam turbine steam rate
250psig 500f 2inhg to 400psig 750f 2inhg
CHP (combined heat and power) system reference data from ASHRAE 2020 Ch.7 — CHP efficiency metrics, boiler heat recovery factors, grid electrical efficiency references, reciprocating engine sizing, exhaust pipe sizing, gas fuel line pressures, engine room ventilation, maintenance intervals, fuel cell technology comparison, theoretical steam rates, steam turbine governor classes, heat recovery temperature ranges, engine exhaust properties, and engine-driven chiller COP
| parameter type | parameter id | description | unit | value text |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 2inhg | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 2 in. Hg abs exhaust | lb/kWh | 9.07 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 30psig | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 30 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 22.94 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 4inhg | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 4 in. Hg abs exhaust | lb/kWh | 10.00 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 50psig | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 50 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 28.20 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 60psig | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 60 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 31.10 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 70psig | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 70 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 34.10 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 250psig 500f 75psig | Theoretical steam rate — 250 psig 500°F throttle / 75 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 35.80 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 400psig 750f 0psig | Theoretical steam rate — 400 psig 750°F throttle / 0 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 11.20 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 400psig 750f 10psig | Theoretical steam rate — 400 psig 750°F throttle / 10 psig exhaust | lb/kWh | 12.72 |
| steam turbine steam rate | 400psig 750f 2inhg | Theoretical steam rate — 400 psig 750°F throttle / 2 in. Hg abs exhaust | lb/kWh | 7.37 |
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