What component of a furnace protects the convection section from direct exposure to the radiant heat of the firebox?

A. Bridgewall
B. Purge system
C. Refractory lining
D. Shock bank tubes


A. Incorrect. A bridgewall is a wall or vertical partition in the fire chamber of the furnace that is used to deflect the heat.
B. Incorrect. The system that is used to remove combustible materials from the firebox is called a purge system.
C. Incorrect. A refractory lining is a bricklike form of insulation used inside high-temperature furnaces.
D. Correct. Shock bank tubes protect the convection section from direct exposure to the radiant heat of the firebox.

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