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An Introduction To Steam Traps

Selecting the right steam trap is important to improve process efficiency and safety. The presence of excess condensate in heat transfer equipment reduces its efficiency and lifespan. Different steam trap types suit different applications - thermodynamic traps are best for steam main drainage, mechanical traps instantly remove condensate where needed, and thermostatic traps hold back condensate to extract heat and reduce losses.

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An Introduction To Steam Traps

Selecting the right steam trap is important to improve process efficiency and safety. The presence of excess condensate in heat transfer equipment reduces its efficiency and lifespan. Different steam trap types suit different applications - thermodynamic traps are best for steam main drainage, mechanical traps instantly remove condensate where needed, and thermostatic traps hold back condensate to extract heat and reduce losses.

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An introduction to steam traps

Each steam application has its own steam trap requirements. Selecting the right steam trap for your application could have
a significant, positive impact on your process, potentially improving efficiency, reducing energy costs and giving you a safer
working environment.

For example: condensate must be removed promptly from a plant where maximum heat transfer is sought at all times. The
presence of excess condensate in an item of heat transfer equipment will reduce its efficiency, preventing it from achieving its
maximum rated output and may also reduce its service life.

However; in other applications, it may be required to hold back the condensate to extract some of its heat and thus save on
steam. Furthermore, by discharging condensate well below steam temperature, flash steam losses can be reduced or avoided
altogether.

Thermodynamic steam traps


Maintaining optimum process performance
Thermodynamic steam traps are the best choice for steam mains drainage due to their
simplicity, long life and robust construction. With a large condensate capacity for their
size, the all stainless steel construction of our thermodynamic traps offer a high degree of
resistance to corrosive condensate.

Mechanical steam traps


Maintaining optimum process performance
Mechanical steam traps are ideal for use on process applications where condensate
must be removed as soon as it forms, to safeguard against temperature fluctuation
which would lead to issues such as product spoilage and inadequate heating. Our
mechanical steam trap range is adaptable to all applications where instantaneous
removal of condensate is required.

Thermostatic steam traps


Utilising heat energy in condensate
For applications where it would be desirable to make use of the heat in the condensate
such as sterilisation, a thermostatic steam trap is an ideal solution as it will not open
until the condensate temperature drops below saturated steam temperature. This
allows the heat in the condensate to be utilised before it is drained off which in turn
reduces flash steam losses and can help to reduce energy costs.

Spirax Sarco offers a complete range of steam traps to ensure you can
select the perfect trap for your application.

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