big flare tip

Some flaring conditions would cause a visible glow to appear on this new flare tip. A thermal image showed that the true “hot spot” was likely under the shiny muffler, but even with an infrared camera any temperatures were based on estimated values. The stainless steel material of the flare tip was discolored and oxidized to varying degrees. It would be difficult to give a precise temperature for this indication with the infrared camera since the surface parameters cannot be quantified. Also, the hottest area was likely hidden from view, making any estimations based on the visible signature conservative