Flue Gas IG System
medium
2 models total
Inert gas generators using boiler flue gas for cargo tank inerting
2 manufacturers · 2 models
Alfa Laval
1
Smit Gas Inert Gas System
3000-15000 m³/h IG
· Flue Gas → Inert Gas
· Flue Gas IG System
Medium
Flue Gas → Inert Gas
Type
Flue Gas IG System
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Scrubber nozzle erosion
- Deck seal water level loss
- Blower bearing failure
- O2 analyzer calibration drift
Service: SOLAS/MARPOL mandatory on tankers. O2 content <5% (target <3%). Test non-return valves monthly. Annual scrubber inspection.
Spare Parts: Alfa Laval (Smit): Spezialteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen. Gasdetektions-Sensoren an Bord.
Wärtsilä
1
Marine IG System
5000-25000 m³/h IG
· Flue Gas → Inert Gas
· Flue Gas IG System
Medium
Flue Gas → Inert Gas
Type
Flue Gas IG System
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Scrubber packing degradation
- IG blower motor failure
- Deck water seal level alarm
- Gas regulating valve malfunction
Service: Hamworthy IG systems widely installed. Monthly non-return valve test. Annual scrubber internal inspection.
Spare Parts: Wärtsilä (Hamworthy): Spezialteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen. Gasdetektions-Sensoren an Bord.