What are the different types of boilers?

Fire-tube Boilers: This type of boiler consists of a large cylindrical shell with fire tubes running through it. Hot gases from the combustion process pass through these tubes, heating the surrounding water. Fire-tube boilers are commonly used for low-pressure steam and hot water heating applications.

Water-Tube Boilers: In water-tube boilers, water flows through tubes that are surrounded by hot combustion gases. This design allows for higher pressure and temperature capabilities compared to fire-tube boilers. Water-tube boilers are often used in power plants and industrial settings.

Electric Boilers: Electric boilers use electricity as the heat source to generate steam or hot water. They are often used in areas where fossil fuel-fired boilers are not practical or available.

Condensing Boilers: Condensing boilers are designed to improve efficiency by recovering heat from the flue gases that would normally be lost in traditional boilers. They achieve higher efficiency by condensing the water vapor in the exhaust gases.

Combi Boilers: Combination or combi boilers serve both as a central heating boiler and provide hot water on demand without the need for a separate water tank. They are commonly used in residential applications where space is limited.

Biomass Boilers: Biomass boilers use organic materials, such as wood pellets or agricultural waste, as fuel to generate heat. They are considered a renewable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuel boilers.

Solar Boilers: Solar boilers utilize solar energy to heat water or generate steam. They are often used in conjunction with other types of boilers to supplement the heating system.