Mustard Husk Fired Boiler
High-Efficiency Agro-Waste Steam Generation | Sustainable & Economical
At IndianBoilers.com, we specialize in converting agricultural waste into industrial power. Our Mustard Husk Fired Boilers are precision-engineered to handle the unique combustion characteristics of mustard stalks and husks. With a high calorific value and low cost, mustard husk is one of the most viable fuels for sustainable steam generation.
Our boilers feature specialized furnace designs that prevent ash clinkering and ensure complete combustion, providing your facility with a reliable and carbon-neutral energy source.
Key Features & Performance
- Specialized Grate Technology: Equipped with either Reciprocating Grates or Dumping Grates specifically designed to handle the high ash content and flowability of mustard husk.
- Large Furnace Volume: Engineered with a taller furnace to allow sufficient residence time for biomass particles to burn completely, reducing fuel wastage.
- High Thermal Efficiency: Designed to achieve 78% to 82% efficiency, significantly lowering your “cost per kg of steam” compared to expensive fossil fuels.
- Automated Fuel Feeding: Options for screw feeders or pneumatic feeding systems that ensure a consistent fuel-to-air ratio for steady steam pressure.
- Robust Pollution Control: Integrated with Cyclones or Multi-cyclone Dust Collectors (MDC) to ensure stack emissions comply with strict environmental norms.
- Corrosion Resistance: All pressure parts are made from IBR-grade materials to withstand the mildly corrosive nature of agricultural flue gases.
Core Industry Applications
The Mustard Husk Fired Boiler is a game-changer for:
- Edible Oil Refineries: Utilizing their own mustard extraction waste to power the refinery process.
- Rice Mills & Solvent Extraction: High-volume steam for parboiling and oil recovery.
- Textile Processing: Providing low-cost heat for dyeing and printing units in agro-belts.
- Distilleries & Breweries: Reliable steam for fermentation and distillation processes.
- Paper & Pulp: Meeting high-capacity steam demands using sustainable biomass.
Advantages
- Fuel Agnostic Design: Our mustard husk boilers can also fire other biomass fuels like sawdust, wood chips, and briquettes, giving you 365-day fuel security.
- Minimized Clinkering: Specialized air-cooled or water-cooled walls reduce the furnace temperature just enough to prevent the mustard husk ash from melting and sticking to the tubes.
- Local Engineering: Based in Ahmedabad, we understand the seasonal fuel availability in India and provide customized furnace designs to suit your specific fuel mix.
Operating Range
- Capacity – 5 THP to 20 THP
- Fuel- wood pellets, Agri-pellets, biomass fuel, wood chips, Biomass agro fuels, coal etc.
- Pressure- 10.54 Kg/cm² to 21 Kg/cm²
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Unit | CPD-RSG-40 | CPD-RSG-60 | CPD-RSG-80 | CPD-RSG-100 | CPD-RSG-120 | CPD-RSG-150 | CPD-RSG-200 | ||
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| General | ||||||||||
| Steam Output From & at 100°C | Kg/hr | 4000 | 6000 | 8000 | 10000 | 12000 | 15000 | 20000 | ||
| Working Pressure | Kg/CM² | 10.54 | 10.54 | 10.54 | 10.54 | 10.54 | 10.54 | 10.54 | ||
| Steam Temperature | °C | 183 | 183 | 183 | 183 | 183 | 183 | 183 | ||
| No’s Passes | No’s | Four | Four | Four | Four | Four | Four | Four | ||
| No’s of Furnace | No’s | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| No’s of Furnace Zone | No’s | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Steam Outlet | MM | 100 | 125 | 150 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 250 | ||
| HTA | M² | 160 | 240 | 320 | 400 | 480 | 600 | 800 | ||
| Type of Crushed Fuel Fuel Crushed Briquette, Boimass Pellet, Rice husk, Plam kernel shell |
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| Boilers Efficinecey with APH | ||||||||||
| On Crushed Briquette | % | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | ||
| On Pellet | % | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | ||
| On Rice Husk | % | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | 78 +/-2 | ||
| On Plam kernel shell | % | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | 75 +/-2 | ||
| Fuel Consumption | ||||||||||
| Briquette (4000) | Kg/hr | 692 | 1038 | 1385 | 1731 | 2077 | 2596 | 3462 | ||
| Pellet (4500) | Kg/hr | 615 | 923 | 1231 | 1538 | 1846 | 2308 | 3077 | ||
| Rice Husk (3000) | Kg/hr | 923 | 1385 | 1846 | 2308 | 2769 | 3462 | 4615 | ||
| Plam kernel (4000) | Kg/hr | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2700 | 3600 | ||
| Electrical Load | ||||||||||
| Feed Water Pump | H.P. | 6.00 | 7.50 | 7.50 | 10.00 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 20.00 | ||
| I.D. fan without BF | H.P. | 20.00 | 30.00 | 40.00 | 50.00 | 60.00 | 75.00 | 100.00 | ||
| P.A. Fan | H.P. | 10.00 | 15.00 | 20.00 | 25.00 | 30.00 | 40.00 | 50.00 | ||
| S.A. Fan | H.P. | 10.00 | 15.00 | 20.00 | 25.00 | 30.00 | 40.00 | 50.00 | ||
| Furnace Movement | H.P. | 4.00 | 6.00 | 6.00 | 8.00 | 8.00 | 12.00 | 20.00 | ||
| Wet ash Remover | H.P. | 2.00 | 2.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 5.00 | 5.00 | ||
| Fuel Feeder systems | H.P. | 3.00 | 5.00 | 7.50 | 10.00 | 10.00 | 15.00 | 15.00 | ||
| Total Electric Load | H.P. | 55.00 | 80.50 | 103.00 | 131.00 | 156.00 | 202.00 | 260.00 | ||
| NOTE: In view of constant endeavors to improve our products, we reserve the right to alter or change above specifications without prior notice. | ||||||||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Calorific Value (GCV) of mustard husk?
Mustard husk is an excellent fuel with a GCV ranging from 3800 to 4100 Kcal/kg, which is significantly higher than many other agricultural residues and comparable to some grades of coal.
Does the husk need to be briquetted?
While our boilers can handle loose mustard husks, Mustard Briquettes are often preferred for larger industrial boilers because they offer a higher energy density, lower storage volume, and a more controlled burn rate.
Is this boiler IBR (Indian Boiler Regulations) certified?
Yes. All mustard husk-fired boilers from IndianBoilers.com are manufactured according to IBR standards, ensuring they are safe for high-pressure applications in dairies, textiles, and chemical plants.
How much steam can 1 ton of mustard husk produce?
Depending on the moisture content and boiler efficiency, 1 ton of mustard husk typically generates 3.4 to 3.9 tons of steam.
How do you handle the high alkali (potassium) content in mustard ash?
Mustard ash has a lower fusion temperature, which can cause "clinkering." We design our furnaces with larger grate areas and controlled air-cooling to keep the furnace temperature below the ash melting point.
What type of grate is best for mustard husk?
For loose husks, a Pulsating Grate is ideal. For mustard briquettes, we recommend a Reciprocating or Traveling Grate to ensure uniform air distribution and automatic ash discharge.
How is the fuel feeding automated for mustard husks?
We use VFD-controlled screw conveyors for loose husks or hydraulic pushers for briquettes. The system is synchronized with the steam pressure to ensure the boiler "fires up" or "damps down" automatically.
Can this boiler fire other fuels like wood chips or coal?
Yes. Our mustard husk boilers are multi-fuel capable. The furnace is robust enough to handle wood, coal, or other agri-residues if mustard husk is seasonally unavailable.
Why is the furnace volume larger in these boilers?
Biomass fuels like mustard husk have high volatile matter. A larger furnace volume provides the necessary residence time for these gases to burn completely, preventing fuel wastage and smoke.
What is the ash content of mustard husk?
Mustard husk produces approximately 3% to 5% ash. This ash is relatively light and is easily managed by our automated ash handling systems.
Does mustard husk cause tube erosion?
If the flue gas velocity is too high, the ash can be abrasive. We design our boilers with optimized gas velocities and use thick-gauge IBR tubes to minimize wear and extend the boiler's life.
How often do the tubes need cleaning?
To maintain peak efficiency, we recommend using the integrated Soot Blowers once per shift. This prevents ash buildup on the smoke tubes and keeps heat transfer at maximum levels.
What is the moisture limit for mustard husk?
For efficient combustion, moisture should be below 12–15%. Mustard husk is naturally quite dry, but if it gets damp during monsoon, it should be blended with dry fuel to prevent white smoke.
Can the boiler be monitored remotely?
Yes. Our PLC-based control panels are IoT and SCADA-ready, allowing you to monitor steam pressure, fuel consumption, and stack temperature from your smartphone or office.
What is the typical ROI (Return on Investment)?
Since mustard husk is significantly cheaper than Diesel or Furnace Oil, most industrial units see a full Return on Investment within 10 to 14 months.
How do you control particulate emissions (smoke)?
We install a Multi-cyclone Dust Collector (MDC) as standard. For stricter norms, we provide Bag Filters to ensure the chimney discharge is clean and meets all Pollution Control Board (PCB) standards.
Is mustard husk firing carbon neutral?
Yes. It is a renewable energy source. The carbon dioxide emitted during burning is equal to the amount the mustard plant absorbed during its growth cycle.
Are there subsidies available for mustard-fired boilers?
Many states offer capital subsidies or interest subventions for biomass-based green energy projects. We provide the technical documentation required to support your subsidy application.
Why choose IndianBoilers.com?
Based in Ahmedabad, we are experts in the regional fuels of India. Our mustard husk boilers feature a rugged 3-pass design, high-quality refractory, and heavy-duty automation, ensuring they survive the rigors of Indian industrial environments.





















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