Steam Traps Flashcards
How much back pressure should be expected against traps discharging directly to atmosphere, or into a dry gravity return line
None
What causes air to be drawn back into a steam system during operation?
The pressure in the system drops below atmospheric pressure
What is the designation of a system in which the return lines carry both condensate and gases to a receiver tank?
Dry return
What term is used to describe the result of a high velocity slug of water striking an obstruction in a steam line?
Water hammer
What is usually an indicator that there is a need to re-examine the trap situation?
Repairs are required too frequently
What actuates the control element to open a thermostatic trap
Temperature of the fluid flowing to the trap
Which trap combines the air handling capabilities of a thermostatic vent with the condensate handling ability of a float trap?
Float and thermostatic
What is the safety factor used to calculate a trap capacity?
Two times the rated capacity of the heat exchanger
What is most affected by the difference in pressure existing across the orifice of a trap?
Rate and flow
Which trap is recommended for the end-of-main service on low pressure steam system?
F&T
What valves and fittings are required ahead of the trap when installing an F&T trap station?
Gate valve, strainer and union
Where should the discharge from the trap enter the condensate return lines?
Into the top of the return lines
How much pressure differential is required before an inverted bucket trap will cycle properly?
14kPa (2psi)
What should be installed if a trap has to push condensate up a riser to a return line?
Check valve downstream of the trap
What is the piping configuration used to collect condensate from a main called?
Drip point or drip leg
