Flare pilots (pilot burners)

A source of ignition is needed to assure the safe destruction of any hydrocarbons sent to the flare, including hydrocarbons in the purge or sweep gas. Reliable ignition is obtained by continuous pilot burners designed for stability and positioned around the outer perimeter of the flare tip.

ref: http://Chapter 1 – Flares (epa.gov)

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