Oland abstract this guide was prepared to serve as a foundation for making informed decisions about when orifice plate steam traps. Armstrongs stainless steel, freefloating guided lever drain traps use the same bodies, caps, lever mechanisms, valves and seats of armstrong inverted bucket steam traps that have been. Since the armstrong inverted bucket steam trap was brought to market in 1911, the energysaving performance of steam traps applying the inverted bucket engineering. For overall efficiency and economy, steam traps must provide. Inline repairable the jx, jhx and jhb series steam traps are equipped with a. A unique leverage system multiplies the force provided by the bucket to open the valve against system pressure. The results are energy savings and a cleaner, healthier environment. These traps efficiently move condensate, air, and co 2 out of. Gaskets for armstrong bucket traps just a reminder the vast majority over 95% of armstrong bucket traps use the standard bucket. This prevents free drainage of the condensate from the system before freezing can occur. Armstrong free floating lever dual gravity drain traps are identical to the units described on pages ld38 and ld40 except float weights are modified to make them suitable for draining water from a light liquid. Remember, the objective is always to select a trap that can 1 operate at the maximum differential pressure and 2 handle the capacity at the minimum differential pressure. Its reputa tion for longlife and rugged durability is well earned. The mechanism is free floating, and has no fixed pivots to create wear or friction.
Armstrong steam trap crossover chart control products inc. All armstrong ductile iron inverted bucket steam traps are repairable for even bigger maintenance savings. A properly selected and installed trap will not freeze as long as steam is coming to the trap. An efficient armstrong steam trap wastes less energy, which means you burn less fuel and reduce emissions. Since the armstrong inverted bucket steam trap was brought to market in 1911, the energysaving performance of steam traps applying the inverted. Steam traps steam trapping steam tracing armstrong. Steam traps can be divided into three general categories based on their operation mechanism. Most steamusing equipment is designed to utilize the heat given up by steam when it condenses. Armstrongs cast iron, free floating lever drain traps use the same bodies, caps, lever mechanisms, valves and seats of. Looking for armstrong international steam trap, 34 fnpt connections, 5 end to end length, condensate capacity lbshr 600 36y191. Installation and testing of inverted bucket steam traps dirt pockets figures 11 and 16 are excellent for stopping scale and core sand, and eliminating erosion that can occur in elbows. The mechanism is freefloating, and has no fixed pivots to create wear or friction. To select an inverted bucket steam trap using the armstrong capacity chart, you must know the condensate load, safety factor and pressure differential. Download files with building information modeling formats.
The humidipack consists of a separatorheader and multiple. For a fully detailed certified drawing,refer to list below. By helping companies manage energy, armstrong steam traps are also helping protect the world we all share. The valve and seat are at the top of the trap, far. Steam traps steam provides a means of transporting controllable amounts of energy from a central, automated boiler house, where it will be efficiently and economically generated, to the. Inverted bucket steam trap conserves energy even in the presence of wear armstrong inverted bucket steam traps open and close based on the difference in density between condensate and steam. These steam traps also feature an integral screen with large surface area to extend trouble free operation. Inline repairable the jx, jhx and jhb series steam traps are equipped with a removable cover to provide ease of inspection or maintenance without disturbing the piping. Armstrong float and thermostatic traps are unique in their super heavy duty. Armstrong inverted bucket steam traps open and close based on the difference in density between condensate and steamthe inverted bucket principle.
Armstrong steam distribution and condensate collection manifolds simplify your tracing applications. This practical handbook is designed to help steam users achieve optimum performance from their steam generation, distribution and utilization systems, and in the process, significantly. Broken or damaged syphon pipe in syphon drained cylinder. All armstrong cast iron inverted bucket steam traps are repairable. As a steam trap wears, it loses efficiency and begins to waste energy. Because the mechanism is located at the top of the trap, no dirt can collect on the. These traps efficiently move condensate, air, and co 2 out of steam systems. Armstrong s global learning initiative has been developed to provide an online academic platform for continued professional and personal growth in the areas of. That is because they bring all the components steam traps, steam tracing. If you wish to use them for draining any liquid with specific gravity other than 1. For thermostatic traps, the bellows element may rupture from hydraulic shock, causing the trap to fail closed. In tlv free float traps, the float is not attached to a lever, and the float itself serves as the valve for the trap.
Jx, jhx series jhb series common features the jhb series steam traps. If the steam supply is shut off, a pop drain should be used to automatically drain the trap. Steam traps have a big job, actually several tasks, in a welldesigned steam system. Armstrong offers a full range of steam traps as well as the remarkable trap valve station tvs to integrate valves and traps into one versatile package for quicker installation, simplified testing and faster maintenance. Armstrong inverted bucket steam traps only have two moving parts the valve lever assembly and the bucket. Armstrong inverted bucket steam traps open and close based on the difference in. Armstrong free floating lever dual gravity drain traps are identical to the units described on pages ld38 and ld40 except float weights are modified to make them suitable for draining water. Venturi steam traps 100% reliability energy friendly maintenance free original design 1984. For maximum trap life and steam economy, a regular schedule should be set up for trap testing and preventive maintenance. If the steam supply should be shut off, the trap should be drained manually or automatically by means fig. Float and thermostatic steam traps watson mcdaniel.
Armstrong steam and condensate group, 816 maple st. Armstrong international j series float and thermostatic traps. Armstrongs cast iron, free floating lever drain traps use the same bodies, caps, lever mechanisms, valves and seats of armstrong inverted bucket steam traps that have been. Sh4000 bimetallic steam traps all stainless steel for pressures to 1,245 psig 86 bar cold water capacities to 6,000 lbhr 2,722 kghr armstrongs sh4000 bimetallic steam trap is the. This practical handbook is designed to help steam users achieve optimum performance from their steam generation, distribution and utilization systems, and in the process, significantly reduce their operating costs often by 20% or more by controlling steam trap related losses. The optional thermic vent buckets, inside some of the armstrong traps, cannot last as long as the. All operating internals are constructed of stainless steel. Armstrongs global learning initiative has been developed to provide an online academic platform for continued professional and personal growth in the areas of.
Syphon installations require a water seal and, with the exception of the dc, a check valve in or. Stainless steel pop drain available for models 1811 and 1822. It presents background information about different types of steam traps and defines their unique func. Armstrongs stainless steel, freefloating guided lever drain traps use the same bodies, caps, lever mechanisms, valves and seats of armstrong inverted bucket steam traps that have been proven in years of service. Installation and testing of inverted bucket steam traps. Capacities and physical data for armstrong steam traps in metric units 35. They contain a high quality welded stainless steel thermostatic air vent and all stainless internals. Armstrong designed its inverted bucket to be virtually free of dirt problems. Armstrong offers a full range of steam traps as well as the remarkable trap valve station tvs to integrate valves and traps into one versatile package for. All inverted bucket steam traps are basically selfpriming on initial startup and. In fact, as an armstrong inverted bucket trap wears, its tight seal actually improves. That is because they bring all the components steam traps, steam tracing manifolds, valves together to reduce installation costs and provide a compact, easily accessible assembly that is centrally located. Steam traps and steam specialty products for critical. Armstrong series 312 inverted bucket steam trap control.
Installation and testing of inverted bucket steam traps dirt pockets figures 11 and 16 are excellent for stopping scale and core sand, and eliminating erosion that can occur in elbows when dirt pockets are not provided. A quick and easy inline replacement for other types of side inletside. Armstrong inverted bucket steam traps open and close based. Steam trap hydrostatic test industrial commodity inspction. Elliptical floats and high leverage make it possible to open large orifices to provide adequate capacity for drain trap size and. This operating efficiency means less fuel is burned, in turn reducing emissions and saving money. An efficient steam trap wastes less energy, which means you burn less fuel and reduce emissions. Armstrong inverted bucket steam traps open and close based on the difference in density between condensate and steam the inverted bucket principle. Armstrong float and thermostatic traps are unique in their super heavy. Examples include reboilers, absorption chillers, large airhandling equipment and heat exchangers. Nicholson steam traps and steam specialty products portfolio includes mechanical, orifice, thermostatic, thermodynamic, variable orifice and clean steam product designs in addition to.
These float and thermostatic steam traps are intended for use on steam process applications with very high condensate load requirements. Armstrong flow control is a privately owned australian company that has been servicing the valve and steam market since 1972. A steam trap is a kind of automatic valve that discharges condensate generated during processes and in steam transport lines while preventing any steam from escaping trapping the steam. These steam traps also feature an integral screen with large surface area to extend troublefree operation. Explanatory video for the different models of spirax sarco steam traps. If your business utilizes steam systems in any type of process, you need the best steam traps out there. Capacities to 2 850 lbhr 1 295 kghr armstrong cd40 and cd60 series controlled disc traps contain a replaceable capsule, making it possible to renew a worn trap by simply replacing the capsule. That means no fixed points, no complicated linkages. Traditional mechanical steam traps are designed to remove condensate from steam. Oct 03, 2017 steam traps are a type of automatic valve that filters out condensate i.
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