Industrial experiments were performed on a 300-MWe B&W down-fired boiler with OFA.
The Influence of different inner secondary-air vane angles was investigated.
The ignition distance of coal/air flow is significantly reduced after the retrofit.
The fullness of coal flame in the furnace for different vane angles was determined.
Considering the NOx emissions and the burnout rate, a vane angle of 35° is optimal.