IK-555

long travel retractable sootblower

When choosing a sootblower to clean the worlds largest boilers, utilities have come to rely on Diamond Powers IK-555 retractable sootblowers. Diamond Power has led the industry in the advanced design and installation of long, retractable sootblowers. Our extensive experience in this field gives us a unique perspective on the optimal, most-efficient and cost-effective way to clean large boilers that burn a variety of fuels, in any operating condition. Every day, we work with our customers to identify comprehensive, systems-based approaches to boiler cleaning, whether on new boilers or existing units, replacing competitive designs that have performance and deflection, or whipping issues. Diamond Powers unique deflection correction is imperative for travel lengths of more than 45 to minimize the performance problems our competitors products have. This is why we have the largestinstalled base world-wide. The choice is clear. The IK-555 sootblowers proven, prevalent technology, backed by the Diamond Power team, is the preferred solution for big boilers with big cleaning needs.

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Specifications
Blower Coverage Travel Speeds Lance Helix Motor Data Feed Tube Material Lance Tube Material Power Supply 45-1 to 56-0 100 and 140 8 2 HP TENV, NEMA frame 145TCZ, 1725 rpm, Class H insulation, 230/460 volts, 3-phase, 60 Hertz. Other voltages and frequencies available 304 stainless steel (Diamonized Feed tubes are optional) 1 chrome molybdenum alloy Standard Power Link Cable System with Traveling Limit Switches (Optional Expanda Cable with Beam Mounted Limit Switches) Diamond Power poppet valve with removable flexible seat and disc and integral adjustable pressure control Valve seats are hard faced Dual proximity, NEMA 4. Traveling Limit Switches Standard, to protect from boiler heat and for optimum accessibility
(Note: Switches are mounted on beam with Expanda Cable option)

Diamond Power International, Inc. (DPII) is a globally acknowledged market leader in all aspects of boiler cleaning and ash handling. For more than 100 years, DPII has consistently provided innovative technologies for power generation, pulp & paper and industrial boiler designs, proven to solve the most difficult plant challenges while delivering promised benefits. Diamond Power is headquartered in Lancaster, Ohio, U.S. with more than 80 field sales, service support, distribution and manufacturing locations worldwide. For more information, visit www.diamondpower.com. For over a century: Trusted for experience. Preferred for performance.SM The information contained herein is solely for informational purposes and is not offered, nor should be construed, as a warranty or contractual obligation. Diamond Power International, Inc. reserves the right to make design or material changes without notice.

Blowing Medium Valve

Limit Switches

IK-555
long travel retractable sootblower

Mounting Arrangements

Pivot mounting standard. Wallboxes available for either pressurized or balanced draft firing
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IK-555
retractable sootblower

reliable return on investment low maintenance

A. Superior Deflection Correction
(see figure below)

Components
A. Superior Deflection Correction
The IK-555 sootblowers contoured rack prevents the nozzle from traveling outside a controlled, small radius. This advanced lance tube deflection, combined with a specific nozzle helix, provides effective cleaning over the complete boiler tube surface, maintaining a consistent cleaning path without whipping. The IK-555 retractable sootblower is equipped with a severe duty gearbox to match your application. No chains, no greasing points and no adjustments are needed for indexing. A common lubrication reservoir for the drive gear and lance hub provides a full circulating bath during operation. With the industrys only all-clad stainless steel stuffing box, all Diamond Power carriages also undergo final fit tests with gear rack alignment, providing for proper gear alignment and maximum service life. Carriage Option: PowerTrain -- Diamond Powers maintenance-free carriage. The PowerTrain carriage offers high-temperature service, without periodic maintenance, and is designed for harsh operating conditions and frequents cycles.

E. Robust Design

C. High Performance Nozzles

B. Low Maintenance Carriage Options

While the IK-555 sootblower provides maximum cleaning efficiency and reliability, it is engineered and built for simple operation and maintenance. The enclosed construction of the box-type beam provides maximum protection for all working parts. Only one traveling motor, to both propel and rotate the lance, is required. Pre-determined cleaning patterns offer a controlled cleaning path into the boiler cavity.

F. Optimal Cleaning Patterns

G. Mechanically Operated Poppet Valve

H. Dual Rack and Pinion Gear Drives

I. Field Mounted Control Box with Quick Connect Plugs

The IK-555 sootblower is equipped with a leakproof, solid mount poppet valve, hydrostatically tested at 1.5 times the operating pressure. No other sootblower manufacturer in the world tests and aligns each piece of equipment to the extent of our precision manufacturing process. The poppet valve mounting is separate from the feed tube mounting. A quick 2-bolt attachment will remove the feed tube in a matter of minutes without disconnecting the poppet valve. This unique design gives the IK-555 sootblower the industrys highest steam piping load capacity. The pinion gear is held at precisely the right position in the gear rack by a solid square bar roller support. This allows the full involute gear drive set to achieve smooth rolling contact between the rack and gear faces even after years of service. Because of the extreme nature of the IK-555 sootblowers environment, both the gear rack and lower square bar roller support are bolted to the sootblower beam shell, so segments are easily replaceable. All fasteners are lubricated with anti-seize compounds for easy maintenance. The IK-555 sootblower meets NFPA standards for arc-flash protection. Water- and dust-tight, and fully compliant with OSHA electrical shock avoidance standards, control box can be mounted at any point along the beam or at an alternate location for convenience and safety. The simple bracket and quick connect power supply system allow the control box to be shipped and mounted separately, which reduces shipping costs and risk of damage.

D. Robust Design

E. Optimal Cleaning Patterns

F. Lance Tube and Drive

Carriage Option: Diamond Powers IK-555 also can be supplied with an IK-555CR carriage. This is of particular interest to customers who have existing IK-555 sootblowers. The New IK-555CR gear box combines the features of an updated, low-maintenance design, while providing an interchangeable carriage for your existing IK-555 sootblowers.

H. Dual Rack and Pinion Gear Drives

C. High Performance Nozzles

B. Low Maintenance Carriage Options G. Mechanically Operated Poppet Valve

High performance Venturi nozzles deliver maximum blowing with minimal erosion impact. This efficient use of the blowing medium aids in the cleaning process, and contributes to economical operation of the sootblower. Dual rack and pinion drives, one mounted on the support beam, provide lance stability and equalized driving torques during forward and reverse travel of the blower.

I. Field Mounted Control Box

D. Lance Tube and Drive

Benefits
Robust Design Provides Long Life and Increased Reliability Unique Deflection Correction Design Confines Rotating Nozzle to a Small Radius when Extended Proven to have the Industrys Best ROI and Longest Service Life Reliable Low Maintenance Design with Minimal Service Points Meets OSHA / NFPA Standards for ARC Flash Protection

Superior Deflection Correction

The IK-555 contour racks decrease deflection of the lance tube providing proper nozzle orientation throughout the cleaning cycle

Solid Mount Poppet Valve

HIgh performance nozzle