What does the word Pulverised mean in PFA?
The word ‘Pulverised’ refers to the coal, which pulverised before being burned in the furnace to a fine talcum like powder. This is to ensure it burns efficiently and quickly, usually only taking 2 to 4 seconds. It burns at a temperature of between 1250C and 1600C in the types of furnaces used in the UK.
The word ‘Pulverised’ refers to the coal, which is pulverised to a fine talcuum powder type consistency before being burned in the furnace. This is to ensure it burns efficiently and quickly, usually only taking 2 to 4 seconds. It burns at a temperature of between 1250C and 1600C in the types of furnaces used in coal fired generation in the UK.
