Cost of Various Sized Steam Leaks at 100 psi (assuming steam cost $5/1,000 lbs)
|
Size of Orifice (in.) |
Lbs Steam Wasted Per Month |
Total Cost Per Month |
Total Cost Per Year |
|
1/2 |
835,000 |
$4,175.00 |
$50,100.00 |
|
7/16 |
637,000 |
3,185.00 |
38,220.00 |
|
3/8 |
470,000 |
2,350.00 |
28,200.00 |
|
5/16 |
325,000 |
1,625.00 |
19,500.00 |
|
1/4 |
210,000 |
1,050.00 |
12,600.00 |
|
3/16 |
117,000 |
585.00 |
7,020.00 |
|
1/8 |
52,500 |
262.50 |
3,150.00 |