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what kind and size of steam trap must be?

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tangochem

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May 1, 2011
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Sir,
I want to buy steam traps . I want to install the steam traps after every 150 feet intervals on drip legs (Dia: 4", Length: 18") at steam mains of 5" and 4" . The pressure in the steam mains is 180 psi~200 psi.
Please recommend me the type and sizes of steam traps so that i may but it a.s.a.p
Regards
 
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I guess you may check any steam trap sizing software on line.
 
Remember that normal operation steady state is not your only operating scenario - don't forget cold start-up. Each drip leg should have a manual drain, but you will save a lot of operator grief if you parallel the selected traps with thermostatic traps.

Thermodynamic traps can seem ideal but often malfunction in the rain and cold temps. Spec with caps if this is likely.

Vacuum breaks are also worth reading about.

 
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