Stress in a Steam Boiler Shell from Boiler Pressure

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Calculate the stress in in a steam boiler shell from pressure

The stress in a steam boiler shell can be calculated as

σ = P D / 2 t (1)

where

σ = Hoop stress (N/m²)

P = boiler pressure (N/m²)

D = diameter of boiler shell (m)

t = thickness of boiler shell (m)

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