Light energy storage electrode boiler

What is an electrode boiler & how does it work?

An electrode boiler can serve various purposes. On the one hand, it removes excess energy from the power grid when – for example in bright sunshine and strong winds – more energy is generated from renewable sources than is consumed. This ensures the stability of the electricity grid.

Can electrode boilers be economized?

With electrode boilers, almost all the electrical energy is converted into heat with no stack or heat transfer losses. This level of efficiency is not achievable in fuel-fired steam boilers even when using an economizer.

Are electrode boilers better than fuel-fired boilers?

With an electrode boiler, you get out of it what you put into it. Basically, you don’t have a decline in efficiency. With electrode boilers, almost all the electrical energy is converted into heat with no stack or heat transfer losses. This level of efficiency is not achievable in fuel-fired steam boilers even when using an economizer.

How does a high voltage electrode boiler work?

High-voltage electrode boilers include immersion and water-jet types. With the immersion design, the electric current is passed through the water from electrodes to counter electrodes, grounded via the vessel’s shell.

What did electrode boilers do before electrical grids were connected?

Before the electrical grids in Europe were connected, electrode boilers provided a way of making use of cheap excess power produced from hydro plants during periods of overproduction, and using it to produce hot water or steam.

Are high-voltage electrode boilers efficient?

They are virtually 100% efficient. Photo courtesy Acme Engineering Products. For consulting engineers tasked with planning, designing and supervising construction projects, today’s zero-emission high-voltage electrode boilers offer advantages over traditional fossil-fuel burning models.