Energy Analysis of Baby Boiler for Steaming of Raw Cashew Nut Seeds

Table 1

Technical specification of indirect type of steam boiler.

S. N.	Parameters	Specification
(A)	Boiler
(i)	Type	Indirect type baby boiler (Fire-in-tube)
(ii)	Water holding capacity	12 liters
(iii)	Fuel used	Electricity (3 kw, 1 Ø) and biomass
(iv)	Controls	Overflow, safety valve, pressure gauge, steam released valve
(B)	Cooker
(i)	Type	Direct exposure type
(ii)	Capacity	60 kg of raw seeds
(iii)	Controls	Steam inlet valve, opening door, steam distributor, seed and condensate release door