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NOVA NFT250 Series


Variable Orifice
Applications
Steam Traps

Steam Lines

Unit Heaters

Process Equipment

Oil Preheaters

Steam Cookers

Converters

Steam Heated Vats

Coils

Pressing Machinery

Rotating Drum

Pressures To 250 PSIG


Temperatures to 450F
Proven Caged Stainless Steel
Balanced Pressure Thermostatic Air Vent
automatically discharges air and
non-condensables
Stainless Steel Strainer
with large screen area
prevents dirt problems
Connections
Sizes 1/2 2 screwed
NPT (BSPT optional)
Sizes 11/2 & 2 flanged
ANSI 250
Weighted Stainless Steel
Free Float Ball
multi-contact surface area
modulates orifice discharge to
provide smooth, continuous
discharge and immediate
response to load variations
Stainless Steel Sleeve
eliminates body erosion
Stainless Steel Seat
full bore prevents choking
and permits ample capacities
Liquid Level
maintains seal over orifice
to prevent live steam loss
Bottom & Side
Blowdown Connections
for preventative maintenance
Guarantee
Traps are guaranteed against defects
in materials or workmanship for 3 years.

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Applications
Steam Lines

Unit Heaters

Process Equipment

Oil Preheaters

Steam Cookers

Converters

Steam Heated Vats

Coils

Pressing Machinery

Rotating Drum

DURA-FLO
Inverted
Bucket
Steam Trap
Pressures To 250 PSIG
Temperatures to 450F
Withstands Severe Conditions
Heavy wall cast iron cover and
body provide many years of
trouble free service.

Easy to Maintain
Working parts lift out with
top for quick inspection
and maintenance.

Resists Corrosion
Stainless steel bucket
provides maximum
service life with
minimum deterioration.

Minimizes Effects of
Water Hammer
Open bucket design avoids
collapse typical of sealed floats.

Suitable for Wide Variety


of Loads/Applications
Horizontal and vertical models in
thirteen body sizes are one of the
most comprehensive inverted
bucket trap lines available.

Smooth Action and


Tight Shutoff
Stainless steel linkage, valve
and seats are precision
manufactured to insure
optimal performance.

Ideal for
Dirty Systems
Valve and seat located at
top of trap and stainless
steel strainers available on
most horizontal models
ensure long service.

Maximum Compatibility
with Existing Installations
Pressure change assemblies
are interchangeable with
Armstrong which guarantees
maximum flexibility when
stocking repair parts.

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NOVA NFT250 SERIES


VARIABLE ORIFICE
STEAM TRAPS
Pressures To 250 PSIG (17.2 barg)
Temperatures to 450F (232C)

APPLICATIONS
Steam Lines
Process Equipment
Steam Cookers
Steam Heated Vats
Pressing Machinery
Unit Heaters
Oil Preheaters
Converters
Coils
Rotating Drum

OPTIONS

All Stainless Steel Internal Components Hardened


valves and seats. Extra long life and dependable service.
Resists water hammer. Protects against erosion and
corrosion.
Erosion Proof Discharge passage is protected with a
stainless steel liner.
Integral Strainer Stainless Steel screen prevents dirt
problems. Blow-down connection provided.
Thermostatic Air Vent Full balanced pressure
element for immediate and complete air venting.
Variable Orifice Condensate is discharged continuously through the seat ring which is modulated by the
float. This provides a smooth, even flow without high
velocity or steam entrainment.
SLR Orifice Optional continuous bleed prevents flash
steam lockup when it is impossible to install trap at low
point in system.
Guarantee Traps are guaranteed against defects in
materials or workmanship for 3 years.

MODELS
NFT250Low capacity
NFT251Medium capacity
NFT252High capacity
NFT253Super high capacity

Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part of trap station
SEE PAGE 118

See Page 9

Installation Tip: Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of maintenance


SEE PAGE 102

SLR - SLR Orifice


B - Blowdown Valve (contact factory)
Orifice Continuous Bleed Air Vent
250# - 250# Flanged Connection* (Flat Faced)
*Available on NFT 253 only.

Canadian Registration # OE0591.9C

OPERATION
On startup, the thermostatic air vent (caged stainless
welded bellows) is open, allowing air to flow freely
through the vent valve orifice. When condensate flows
into the trap, the float rises, allowing condensate to
be discharged. Once air and non-condensibles have
been evacuated, hot condensate will cause the thermostatic vent to close. Condensate will continue to be
discharged as long as condensation occurs.

During normal operation, an increase in the load


causes the liquid level in the trap to rise. The float then
rises and rolls off the seat ring, allowing more
condensate to flow out. The float sinks as the
condensate load decreases, moving nearer to the
seat ring, decreasing the effective size of the orifice
and allowing less condensate to discharge. This
provides smooth, continuous operation that reacts
instantly to load variation while maintaining a water
seal over the seat ring to prevent live steam loss.

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NOVA NFT250 SERIES

VARIABLE ORIFICE
STEAM TRAPS

SPECIFICATION

Steam trap shall be of float and thermostatic design. Float shall


be free of levers, linkages, or other mechanical connections. Float
shall be weighted to maintain orientation and shall act as the
valve being free to modulate condensate through the seat ring.
Air vent shall be of balanced pressure design with stainless steel
welded encapsulated bellows capable of discharging air and
noncondensable gases continuously within 15F of saturated
temperature. Trap shall contain integral strainer and stainless
steel exhaust port sleeve. Trap shall be cast iron bodied suitable
for pressures to 250 psi and available in 1/2" through 2" NPT or
flanged.

D
Clearance for Maintenance

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS

Clearance for Maintenance

Connections:
2"-2" NPT or 112"-2" Flanged

MATERIALS

CONSTRUCTION

OF

Body and Cover . . . . . . . .Cast Iron ASTM A126B


All Internal Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel
Air Vent . . . . . .Balanced Pressure, Stainless Steel
Cover Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Graphite Fiber

PMO: Max. Operating Pressure


ORIFICE
20
50
100
150
250

20 psig
50 psig
100 psig
150 psig
250 psig

PMO
(1.4 barg)
(3.5 barg)
(6.9 barg)
(10.3 barg)
(17.2 barg)

PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure:


250 psig (17.2 barg)
TMA: Max. Allowable Temperature:
450F (232C)

Dimensions
Model
NFT250
NFT251
NFT252

NFT253

Size
1/2

41/4
(108)
51/2
(140)

NPT

35/8
(92)
49/16
(116)
73/4
(197)
115/8

51/2
(140)
63/4
(171)

11
(279)
133/4

23/4
(69)
215/16
(74)
215/16
(74)
215/16

10
(254)
153/8

250# Flg.

(349)
153/4

(74)
215/16

(295)
115/8

(391)
153/8

(400)

(74)

(295)

(391)

NPT

&1

NPT

1 & 11/2

NPT

3/4

11/2 & 2

Inches (mm)

Connection

& 3/4

Weight
Lbs.
(kg)
6
(2.7)
13
(5.9)
41
(18.6)
120
(54.5)
130
(59.1)

Maximum Capacitylbs/hr (10F Below Saturation)


Trap

NFT250

NFT251

NFT252

NFT253

Orifice
Size Max.
P
0.193
0.141
0.102
0.091
0.067
0.277
0.209
0.157
0.141
0.120
0.593
0.469
0.339
0.316
0.261
1.102
0.875
0.593
0.578
0.484

20
50
100
150
250
20
50
100
150
250
20
50
100
150
250
20
50
100
150
250

Differential PSIG (barg)


1
5
10
15
20
30
50
75
(.07) (.34) (.69) (1.03) (1.38) (2.07) (3.45) (5.17)
264
810 1050 1100 1200
190
430
610
750
870 1070 1400
88
160
250
300
350
425
530
670
70
140
219
260
295
345
410
470
37
90
140
170
200
240
300
340
590
1600 2100 2400 2450
340
760 1080 1330 1540 1900 2460
200
500
650
740
830
950 1100 1300
170
385
527
627
705
825
990 1130
110
255
360
425
500
575
700
800
2720 6280 8600 10500 11700
1750 3920 5560 6830 7900 9700 12600
930
2170 3130 3840 4460 4990 6020 7030
850
1935 2650 3150 3540 4140 4970 5685
670
1400 1900 2400 2540 3000 3500 4100
8000 15000 18000 19900 22800
5460 12600 15600 16900 18400 21000 25400
2800 6350 8700 10900 12800 13700 16600 18700
2690 6120 8385 9970 11200 13100 15700 17980
1600 3770 5300 6470 7560 8610 10400 12100

100
125
150
175
200
225
250
(6.90) (8.62) (10.3) (12.1) (13.8) (15.5) (17.2)

710
520
390

555
405

590
415

440

460

480

500

1400
1240
900

1330 1415
940 1000

1050

1100

1150

1200

7960
6230
4200

6690 7100
4900 5100

5300

5500

5750

6000

21000
19700 21150 22450
13600 14600 15500 16300 17100 17800 18400

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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NOVA NFT650 SERIES


VARIABLE ORIFICE
STEAM TRAPS
Pressures To 650 PSIG (44.8 barg)
Temperatures to 750F (400C)

APPLICATIONS
Steam Lines
Process Equipment
Steam Cookers
Steam Heated Vats
Pressing Machinery
Unit Heaters
Oil Preheaters
Converters
Coils
Rotating Drum

OPTIONS See page 9


SLR - SLR Orifice
B - Blowdown Valve (contact factory)
Continuous Bleed Air Vent
300# or 600# Flanged Connection* (Raised

All Stainless Steel Internal Components Hardened


valves and seats. Extra long life and dependable service.
Resists water hammer. Protects against erosion and
corrosion.
Erosion Proof Discharge passage is protected with a
stainless steel liner.
Integral Strainer Stainless Steel screen prevents dirt
problems. Blow-down connection provided.
Thermostatic Air Vent Provided with balanced
pressure element for immediate and complete air venting.
Variable Orifice Condensate is discharged
continuously through the seat ring which is modulated by
the float. This provides a smooth, even flow without high
velocity or steam entrainment.
SLR Orifice Optional continuous bleed prevents flash
steam lockup when it is impossible to install trap at low
point in system.
Guarantee Traps are guaranteed against defects in
materials or workmanship for 3 years.

MODELS
NFT651Low capacity
NFT652Medium capacity
NFT653High capacity

Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part of trap station
SEE PAGE 118

Face)
*Available on NFT652 and NFT653 only.

Installation Tip: Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of maintenance


SEE PAGE 102

Canadian Registration # OE0591.9C

OPERATION
On startup, the thermostatic air vent (caged
stainless welded bellows) is open, allowing air to
flow freely through the vent valve orifice. When
condensate flows into the trap, the float rises,
allowing condensate to be discharged. Once air and
non-condensibles have been evacuated, hot
condensate will cause the thermostatic vent to
close. Condensate will continue to be discharged as
long as condensation occurs.

During normal operation, an increase in the load


causes the liquid level in the trap to rise. The float
then rises and rolls off the seat ring, allowing more
condensate to flow out. The float sinks as the
condensate load decreases, moving nearer to the
seat ring, decreasing the effective size of the orifice
and allowing less condensate to discharge. This
provides smooth, continuous operation that reacts
instantly to load variation while maintaining a water
seal over the seat ring to prevent live steam loss.

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NOVA NFT650 SERIES

A
B

VARIABLE ORIFICE
STEAM TRAPS

SPECIFICATION
Steam trap shall be of float and thermostatic design. Float shall be
free of levers, linkages, or other mechanical connections. Float
shall be weighted to maintain orientation and shall act as the
valve being free to modulate condensate through the seat ring.
Air vent shall be of balanced pressure design with stainless steel
welded encapsulated bellows capable of discharging air and
noncondensable gases continuously within 15F of saturated
temperature. Trap shall contain integral strainer and stainless
steel exhaust port sleeve. Trap shall be cast steel bodied suitable
for pressures to 650 psi and available in 1/2" through 2" NPT,
Socket Weld, or flanged.

PMO
(1.4 barg)
(3.5 barg)
(6.9 barg)
(12.1 barg)
(20.7 barg)
(27.6 barg)
(41.4 barg)

PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure:


650 psig (44.8 barg)
TMA: Max. Allowable Temperature:
750F (400C)

Clearance for Maintenance

Connections:
2-2" NPT or 112-2" Flanged

MATERIALS

OF

CONSTRUCTION

Body & Cover . . . . . .ASTM A216 Grade WCB


Cover Gasket . . . . .Spiral Wound 304 Stainless
w/graphite filler
All Internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel
Air Vent . . .Balanced Pressure, Stainless Steel

PMO: Max. Operating Pressure


20 psig
50 psig
100 psig
175 psig
300 psig
400 psig
600 psig

Clearance for Maintenance

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS


ORIFICE
20
50
100
175
300
400
600

Dimensions
Model
NFT651

Size
1/2, 3/4

&1

1
NFT652

11/2 & 2
11/2

NFT653

NPT
51/2
(140)
11
(279)
11
(279)
133/4
(349)
133/4
(349)

A
300#

133/4
(349)
133/4
(349)
163/4
(426)
1611/16
(424)

Inches (mm)
B
600#

31/16
(78)
133/4
215/16
(349)
(75)
149/16
215/16
(370)
(75)
173/8
35/16
(411)
(84)
177/16
35/16
(443)
(84)

Weight
Lbs.
(kg)

57/16
(138)
83/4
(222)
83/4
(222)
117/8
(392)
117/8
(302)

71/4
(184)
113/8
(290)
113/8
(290)
16
(406)
16
(406)

21
(9.5)
84
(38.2)
87
(39.5)
192
(87.3)
195
(88.6)

Maximum Capacity - lbs/hr (10 degrees Below Saturation)


Trap

NFT651

NFT652

NFT653

Orifice MAX
P
Size
0.277
0.209
0.157
0.141
0.130
0.120
0.106
0.096
0.081
0.593
0.469
0.339
0.316
0.297
0.261
0.238
0.213
0.180
1.102
0.875
0.593
0.578
0.547
0.484
0.453
0.404
0.339

20
50
100
150
175
250
300
400
600
20
50
100
150
175
250
300
400
600
20
50
100
150
175
250
300
400
600

1
(.07)
590
340
200
170
180
110
105
100
75
2720
1750
930
850
800
670
645
515
370
8000
5460
2800
2690
2400
1600
1500
1400
800

Differential - PSIG (barg)


5
10
20
50
75
100
150
175
200
250
(.34)
(.69) (1.38) (3.45) (5.17) (6.90) (10.3) (12.1) (13.8) (17.2)
1600 2100
2450
760
1080
1540 2460
500
650
830
1100 1300 1400
385
527
705
990 1130 1240 1415
350
500
675
900 1000 1100 1300 1400
255
360
500
700
800
900 1000 1050 1100 1200
240
330
435
575
675
750
875
955
1020 1140
220
300
390
510
585
640
740
795
835
920
145
180
225
300
340
375
435
465
490
540
6280 8600 11700
3920 5560
7900 12600
2170 3130
4460 6020 7030 7960
1935 2650
3540 4970 5685 6230 7100
1700 2300
3200 4400 5000 5500 6400 6900
1400 1900
2540 3500 4100 4200 5100 5300 5500 6000
1240 1565
1955 2575 2940 3220 3740 4000 4220 4640
995
1250
1565 2060 2355 2575 2995 3200 3380 3720
710
895
1120 1470 1680 1840 2140 2290 2410 2655
15000 18000 22800
12600 15600 18400 25400
6350 8700 12800 16600 18700 21000
6120 8385 11200 15700 17980 19700 22450
5500 7600 10300 14400 16500 18200 20750 21900
3770 5300
7560 10400 12100 13600 15500 16300 17100 18400
3500 5200
7075 9325 10655 11655 13545 14485 15275 16815
2800 4200
5630 7420 8480 9270 10770 11520 12150 13380
1800 2800
3900 5220 5970 6530 7585 8110 8555 9420

300
400
500
600
(20.7) (27.6) (34.5) (41.4)

1255
1000
585

1140
665

740

800

5060
4050
2890

4600
3300

3655

3955

18315
14570 16555
10260 11655 12960 13990

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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FTN SERIES
FLOAT & THERMOSTATIC
STEAM TRAPS
Pressures To 125 PSIG (8.6 barg)
Temperatures to 450F (232C)
Universal Four-port Design Four possible hookup
combinations of the H pattern body and piping
dimensions similar to other major manufacturers allow
maximum installation flexibility for easy replacement of
other traps. Inlet and outlet taps on larger sized traps
located in the cover to permit larger capacities.
All Stainless Steel Internal Components Hardened
valves and seats. Extra long life and dependable
service. Resists water hammer. Protects against
erosion and corrosion.
Balanced Pressure Thermostatic Element allows
venting of non-condensibles while operating at design
pressure.
Rugged Welded Stainless Steel Element
Increases service life.
Wide Selection of Differential Pressures Sizes
3/4" to 2" available with 15, 30, 75 and 125 psig
differential pressures.
Air Line Water Removal Special configuration
FTNA optimized for compressed air service.
Repairable In-line Can be serviced without
disturbing system piping.

MODELS

APPLICATIONS
Unit Heaters & other Space Heating

Equipment
Heat Exchangers/Reboilers
Steam Heating Coils
Steam Main Drips
Air Compressor Receivers
Air Line Drips
Air Powered Process Equipment

OPTIONS See page 9

FTN-15Steam pressures to 15 PSIG


FTN-30Steam pressures to 30 PSIG
FTN-75Steam pressures to 75 PSIG
FTN-125Steam pressures to 125 PSIG
FTNA-75Air pressures to 75 PSIG
FTNA-125Air pressures to 125 PSIG

Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part of trap station
SEE PAGE 118
Installation Tip: Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of maintenance
SEE PAGE 102

Repair Kits

OPERATION
Air entering trap is immediately discharged
through the high capacity integral air vent. The
thermostatic vent will close just prior to saturation
temperature. The balanced design will allow venting
of non-condensibles that collect in the float
chamber when operating at design pressure. When
steam enters the trap, the thermostatic air vent

closes to prevent steam loss. When steam gives up its


latent heat, it becomes condensate. This condensate
enters the trap and causes the stainless steel ball float
to rise. Raising of the float opens the discharge valve,
allowing condensate to be continuously discharged as
it enters the trap. The condensate level in the trap body
is maintained above the discharge seat, providing a
positive seal against the loss of steam.

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FTN SERIES
3/4", 1" - All
11/4" - FTN-15,
FTN-30

FLOAT & THERMOSTATIC


STEAM TRAPS
SPECIFICATION
Steam trap shall be of float and thermostatic design. Float shall
actuate the valve via a hinged lever and linkage. Air vent shall be
of balanced pressure design with stainless steel welded
encapsulated bellows capable of discharging air and
noncondensable gases continuously within 15F of saturated
temperature. Traps through 1-1/4" shall employ H pattern
connections to accommodate multiple piping configurations.
Trap shall be cast iron bodied suitable for pressures to 125 psi
and available in 3/4" through 2" NPT.

11/2", 2" - All *


11/4" - FTN-75,
FTN-125,
FTNA-75*,
FTNA-125*
*1/8" NPT tap at top boss for balancing line.

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS


PMO: Max. Operating Pressure
ORIFICE
15
30
75
125

PMO
15 psig
(1.03
30 psig
(2.07
75 psig
(5.17
125 psig (8.62

Connections: 3/4"-2" NPT


barg)
barg)
barg)
barg)

Dimensions
Model No.

PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure


250 psig (17.2 barg)
TMA: Max. Allowable Temperature
450F (232C)

MATERIALS

OF

Size
3
/4
1

FTN-15, FTN-30

11/4
1

1 /2

CONSTRUCTION

Body & Cover . .Cast Iron ASTMA126B


All Internal . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel
Air Vent (FTN only) . . . .Balanced Pressure,
Welded Stainless Steel

2
3

/4

1
FTN-75, FTN-125
FTNA-75,FTNA-125

1 /4
11/2
2

A
6.25
(159)
6.25
(159)
6.25
(159)
8.50
(216)
9.81
(249)
6.25
(159)
6.25
(159)
8.50
(216)
8.50
(216)
9.81
(249)

B
5.50
(140)
5.50
(140)
5.75
(146)
4.25
(108)
4.94
(123)
5.50
(140)
5.50
(140)
4.25
(108)
4.25
(108)
4.94
(123)

Inches (mm)
C
D
3.31
3.00
(84)
(76)
3.31
3.00
(84)
(76)
3.00
3.81
(76)
(97)
3.00
0.70
(76)
(18)
4.94
0.12
(123)
(3)
3.31
3.00
(84)
(76)
3.31
3.00
(84)
(76)
3.00
0.70
(76)
(18)
3.00
0.70
(76)
(18)
4.94
0.12
(123)
(3)

E
5.75
(146)
5.75
(146)
5.75
(146)

9.12
(232)
5.75
(146)
5.75
(146)

9.12
(232)

E1

8.40
(213)

8.40
(213)
8.40
(213)

Weight
lbs (kg)
9
(4.1)
9
(4.1)
91/2
(4.3)
18
(8.2)
26
(11.8)
9
(4.1)
9
(4.1)
18
(8.2)
18
(8.2)
26
(11.8)

Maximum Capacitylbs/hr (10F Below Saturation)


Size

DifferentialPSIG (barg)

Trap

NPT Orifice 1/4


1/2
1
2
5
10
15
20
25
30
40
50
75
100
125
(in.) (.017) (.034) (.069) (.138) (.345) (.690) (1.03) (1.38) (1.72) (2.07) (2.76) (3.45) (5.17) (6.90) (8.62)

FTN-15
FTN-15
FTN-15
FTN-15
FTN-15
FTN-30
FTN-30
FTN-30
FTN-30
FTN-30
FTN-75
FTN-75
FTN-75
FTN-75
FTN-75
FTN-125
FTN-125
FTN-125
FTN-125
FTN-125

3/4"
1"
1 1/4"
1 1/2"
2"
3/4"
1"
1 1/4"
1 1/2"
2"
3/4"
1"
1 1/4"
1 1/2"
2
3/4"
1"
1 1/4"
1 1/2"
2"

.218
.218
.312
.500
.625
.218
.218
.228
.390
.500
.166
.166
.312
.312
.421
.125
.125
.246
.246
.332

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

279
279
600
1100
2300
279
279
375
1000
1300
160
160
550
550
850
100
100
400
400
550

369
369
770
1700
2800
369
369
500
1300
1800
213
213
725
725
1100
135
135
520
520
675

489
489
980
2400
3600
489
489
690
1700
2500
280
280
960
960
1500
175
175
680
680
880

650
650
1240
3300
4650
650
650
910
2300
3400
365
365
1300
1300
2000
230
230
890
890
1225

785
785
1640
5000
6900
785
785
1200
3400
5200
520
520
1900
1900
3100
330
330
1300
1300
1950

1000
1000
2000
6600
9000
1000
1000
1500
4600
6800
700
700
2650
2650
4150
415
415
1700
1700
2600

1075
1075
2340
7600
10900
1075
1075
1680
5500
7800
795
795
3050
3050
4750
500
500
2050
2050
3000

1210
1210
1800
6000
8600
875
875
3400
3400
5200
585
585
2300
2300
3250

1300
1300
1900
6600
9300
930
930
3700
3700
5500
620
620
2500
2500
3500

1370
1370
2000
7000
10000
970
970
4000
4000
5800
685
685
2700
2700
3800

1120
1120
4400
4400
6400
750
750
3000
3000
4200

1230
1230
4750
4750
6800
830
830
3200
3200
4600

1450
1450
5400
5400
7700
970
970
3800
3800
5500

1110
1110
4200
4200
6100

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1190
4500
4500
6600

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MAX-FLO
SUPER HIGH CAPACITY FLOAT
& THERMOSTATIC STEAM TRAPS
Pressures to 175 PSIG (12.1 barg)
Temperatures to 377F (192C)
High

Capacities

Rugged

cast iron body and cover

Stainless

steel thermostatic element


eliminates air binding

Stainless

steel float and lever mechanism

Below

condensate level seat design


prevents steam leakage

Resistant
In-Line

to water hammer and corrosion

repairable

APPLICATIONS
MODELS

Very High Condensate Loads


Continuous Drainage With High Air Venting

Capacity Requirements
Industrial And Commercial Applications
Absorption Systems
Air Handling Coils
Heat Exchangers
Dryers Evaporators
Hot water Generators
Rendering Machines
Steam Process Equipment
Air Make-up Coils
Unit Heaters And Cooking Kettles

HC-15 - Steam pressures to 15 PSIG


HC-30 - Steam pressures to 30 PSIG
HC-75 - Steam pressures to 75 PSIG
HC-125 - Steam pressures to 125 PSIG
HC-175 - Steam pressures to 175 PSIG
Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part of trap station
SEE PAGE 118
Installation Tip: Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of maintenance
SEE PAGE 102

OPERATION
During startup, air and non-condensible gases
enter the trap and are automatically vented through
an accurate balanced pressure internal thermostatic air vent. As condensate enters the trap, the float
and lever mechanism is raised, lifting the valve off

the seat, discharging the condensate. Condensate


will continue to be discharged at the same rate at
which it is entering. Any air or non-condensible gas
that may accumulate will be continually and efficiently
passed by the thermostatic air vent.

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MAX-FLO

SUPER HIGH CAPACITY FLOAT


& THERMOSTATIC STEAM
TRAPS

114"
&
112"

B
D

SPECIFICATION

Steam trap shall be of float and thermostatic design.


Float shall actuate the valve via a hinged lever and
linkage. Air vent shall be of balanced pressure design
with stainless steel welded encapsulated bellows
capable of discharging air and noncondensable gases
continuously. Trap shall be cast iron bodied suitable for
pressures to 175 PSI and shall be a _______ NPT
connection.

J
H

Drain

2"

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS


PMO: Max. Operating Pressure
TMO: Max. Operating Temperature
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure

see orifice selection


saturated at pressure
175 PSIG (12.1 barg)
377F (192C)

1/4" Thermostatic Vent - To


be piped to gravity
Thermostatic
Ventreturn line.

MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
Body & Cover . . . . . . . . .Cast Iron 30,000 psi tensile
Valve Pin and Seat . . . . . .Stainless Steel (Hardened)
Float . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel
Lever Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel
Thermostatic Air Vent . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel Cage
& Thermal Element
Cover Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grade 5
Baffle . . . . . .Stainless Steel (2-1/2 (65mm) units only)

Inlet

212"

Discharge

F
J

K
L

4-Holes,
17/32" Dia.

Dimensions
MODEL

NPT Size
in. (mm)

HC-175

114 & 112


(32 & 40)

ALL
ALL

412

8516

8916

338

(108) (211)

(217)

(76)

(86)

(51)

1512

658

434

312

10

15

H
64

138

(17.8)

(35)

45

Weight
lbs (kg)

614

12

158

412

(159)

(127)

(305)

(41)

(50)

(254) (381)

(394)

(168)

(121)

(89)

212

1412

2014

1738

912

141516

(65)

(368) (514)

(441)

(241)

(379)

18
(8)

108
(49)

175

(114) (178)

(79)

Maximum Capacity-lbs/hr
Trap
HC-15, 2"
HC-15, 212"
HC-30, 2"
HC-30, 212"
HC-75, 2"
HC-75, 212"
HC-125, 2"
HC-125, 212"
HC-175, 114"
HC-175, 112"
HC-175, 2"
HC-175, 212"

Orifice
Max P
.970
1.875
.876
1.624
.858
1.031
.448
.797
.210
.210
.375
.688

1/4
(0.017)
6500
17000
3400
14000
2550
5900
2300
4000
260
260
2100
2460

1/2
(0.035)
8000
20000
4600
17000
3150
7700
2800
5300
350
350
2600
3350

1
(0.07)
9500
27000
6400
20900
4300
10000
3450
6900
480
480
3000
4600

2
(0.14)
10800
36000
8400
25500
5450
13000
4200
9100
640
640
3500
6200

5
(0.35)
15500
46000
12500
33200
7600
18600
5450
13000
940
940
4400
9400

10
(0.69)
20900
55000
16900
40500
10400
24200
6600
17100
1190
119
4900
12800

Differential - PSIG
15
20
25
(1.0)
(1.4)
(1.69)
24000
60000
19000 21500 23590
45500 49400 52700
11400 12500 13500
28300 31600 34400
7450 8050
8600
20000 22400 24500
1450 1560
1670
1450 1560
1670
5350 5800
6250
15400 17500 19300

(barg)
30
(2.1)

40
(2.8)

50
(3.5)

60
(4.2)

75
(5.2)

100
(6.9)

24000
55600
14250
36800
8950
26300
1750
1750
6700
21000

15600
41100
10350
29400
1910
1910
7600
23800

17150
44800
11950
32100
2040
2040
8600
26300

18600
48040
13400
34650
2100
2100
9550
28060

20500
52300
15600
37600
2300
2300
11000
31600

18850
42100
2500
2500
13000
35900

125
(8.6)

150
175
(10.4) (12.1)

21800
46000
2900 3140 3240
2900 3140 3240
14750 16500 18000
39700 43100 46200

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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FTE SERIES
FLOAT & THERMOSTATIC
STEAM TRAPS
FTE 10

FTE 14

Pressures to 464 PSIG (32 barg)


Temperatures to 850F (454C)
High

Capacities

Rugged

cast iron, ductile iron or cast steel body


and cover

Stainless

steel thermostatic element eliminates


air binding

Stainless

FTE 43

FTE 44

steel float and lever mechanism

Below

condensate level seat design prevents


steam leakage

Resistant
In-Line

to water hammer and corrosion

repairable

MODELS
CAST IRON BODY
FTE 44F

FTE-10 To 200 PSIG Threaded Connections


FTE-43 To 200 PSIG Flanged Connections

APPLICATIONS

DUCTILE IRON BODY

Very High Condensate Loads


Continuous Drainage With High Air Venting

FTE-14 To 200 PSIG Threaded Connections

Capacity Requirements
Industrial And Commercial Applications
Absorption Systems
Air Handling Coils
Heat Exchangers
Dryers Evaporators
Hot water Generators
Rendering Machines
Steam Process Equipment
Air Make-up Coils
Unit Heaters And Cooking Kettles

FTE-44 To 465 PSIG Threaded/Socket Weld Connections


FTE-44F To 465 PSIG Flanged Connections

CAST STEEL BODY

Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part of trap station
SEE PAGE 118
Installation Tip:
Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of maintenance on NPT Traps
SEE PAGE 102

OPTIONS
BSPT Threaded connection
S-SLR Orifice on FTE-10
Socket Weld connection on FTE-44
Flanged connections

ANSI 125/150, 300, 600


DIN 10, 16, 25 or 40
BS10 - F, H, J, K or R

OPERATION
During startup, air and non-condensible gases
enter the trap and are automatically vented
through an accurate balanced pressure internal
thermostatic air vent. As condensate enters the
trap, the float and lever mechanism is raised,

lifting the valve off the seat, discharging the condensate.


Condensate will continue to be discharged at the same
rate at which it is entering. Any air or non-condensible gas
that may accumulate will be continually and efficiently
passed by the thermostatic air vent.

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FTE SERIES
FLOAT & THERMOSTATIC STEAM TRAPS
SPECIFICATION

MATERIALS

Steam trap shall be of float and thermostatic design. Float shall


actuate the valve via a hinged lever and linkage. Air vent shall be
of balanced pressure design with stainless steel welded encapsulated bellows capable of discharging air and noncondensable
gases continuously. Trap shall be _______ bodied suitable for
pressures to _____ PSI and shall be a _______ connection.

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS


CAST IRON/DUCTILE IRON
PMO: Max. Operating Pressure
TMO: Max. Operating Temperature
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure
CAST STEEL
PMO: Max. Operating Pressure
TMO: Max. Operating Temperature
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure
TMA: Max. Allowable Pressure

see orifice selection


saturated at pressure
232 psig
(16 barg)
450F
(232C)

OF

CONSTRUCTION

Body & Cover Cast Iron (ASTM A48 CI. 30)


Ductile Iron (DIN 1693 GGG 40)
Cast Steel (ASTM A216 Gr. WCB)
Valve Stainless Steel 304 (up to 1")
Stainless Steel 410 (112", 2")
Valve Seat Stainless Steel 410
Housing & Housing Cover for Float Mechanism
ASTM A743 Gr. CA 40 (Investment Cast)
Float Stainless Steel 304
Lever Assembly Stainless Steel 304
Thermostatic Airvent Stainless Steel 304
Cover Bolts SAE Gr. 8
Connections:
1/2" 2" NPT, Flanged or Socket Weld

see orifice selection


saturated at pressure
465 psig
(32 barg)
850F
(454C)

Maximum Capacitylbs/hr (10F Below Saturation)


Max P
Trap

Size
inlet
1/2
FTE-10, 14, & 43 &
3/4

Orifice
(in.)
0.142
0.095
0.079
0.256
FTE-10, 14, & 43 1
0.17
0.142
0.689
FTE-10 & 43
112 0.571
0.531
1.063
FTE-10 & 43
2 0.811
0.657

FTE-44 & 44F

FTE-44 & 44F

FTE-44 & 44F

FTE-44 & 44F

0.142
1/2 0.095
& 0.079
3/4 0.07
0.063
0.256
0.17
1 0.142
0.114
0.095
0.689
0.571
112 0.531
0.531
0.531
1.063
0.811
2 0.657
0.657
0.657

BAR PSI

5
(.345)
400
275
200
1650
870
640
4200
2800
1800
13500
7300
3500

10
(.690)
520
380
290
2200
1250
800
6000
3900
2600
19800
10000
5000

20
(1.38)
700
530
400
3050
1650
1250
8800
5600
3600
28000
14500
6800

40
(2.76)
950
720
570
4200
2350
1600
12500
8000
5000
40000
20000
9600

50
(3.45)
1000
800
640
5000
2600
1800
13500
9000
5450
45000
22500
10500

4.5
10.0
14.0
4.5
10.0
14.0
4.5
10.0
14.0
4.5
10.0
14.0

65
145
200
65
145
200
65
145
200
65
145
200

4.5
10.0
14.0
21.0
32.0
4.5
10.0
14.0
21.0
32.0
4.5
10.0
14.0
21.0
32.0
4.5
10.0
14.0
21.0
32.0

65
400 520 700 950 1000
145 275 380 530 720 800
200 200 290 400 570 640
300 110 145 200 280 315
465
65
90
120 155 170
65 1650 2200 3050 4200 5000
145 870 1250 1650 2350 2600
200 640 800 1250 1600 1800
300 400 520 700 950 1000
465 275 380 530 720 800
65 4200 6000 8800 12500 13500
145 2800 3900 5600 8000 9000
200 1800 2600 3600 5000 5450
300 1800 2600 3600 5000 5450
465 1800 2600 3600 5000 5450
65 13500 19800 28000 40000 45000
145 7300 10000 14500 20000 22500
200 3500 5000 6800 9600 10500
300 3500 5000 6800 9600 10500
465 3500 5000 6800 9600 10500

Differential Pressure-PSIG (barg)


65
80
100 125 145
(4.50) (5.52) (6.90) (8.62) (10.0)
1150
900 1000 1080 1250 1380
700 800 900 1020 1100
5200
3000 3200 3500 3900 4100
2000 2200 2550 2780 2900
15000
10000 11500 13000 14200 15000
6000 6900 7800 8600 9000
50500
26000 29000 32000 35000 40000
12000 13500 15000 16500 17500
1150
900
700
350
200
5200
3000
2000
1150
900
15000
10000
6000
6000
6000
50500
26000
12000
12000
12000

180 200 300


(12.4) (13.8) 20.7

400
27.6

465
32.1

425

440

1240 1300

3020 3100

9650 10000

19000 20000

1000 1080 1250 1380


800 900 1020 1100 1240 1300
400 430 480 520 580 610
215 250 280 300 325 345

700
400

3200
2200
1600
1000

3500
2550
1850
1080

3900
2780
2020
1250

4100
2900 3020 3100
2150 2350 2500 2800
1380 1440 1500 1800 2000 2050

11500
6900
6900
6900

13000
7800
7800
7800

14200
8600
8600
8600

15000
9000 9650 10000
9000 9650 10000 13000
9000 9650 10000 13000 14300 15000

29000
13500
13500
13500

32000
15000
15000
15000

35000
16500
16500
16500

40000
17500 19000 20000
17500 19000 20000 27000
17500 19000 20000 27000 29800 31000

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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SERIES FTE DIMENSIONS


E

B
C

DIMENSIONS inches (mm) AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)


SERIES FTE-10 & FTE 44
Size
1/2
3/4
1
112
2

Weight Lbs(kg)

A
5116

218

218

51116

4516

61116

10.5

11.4

(128)

(54)

(54)

(145)

(110)

(170)

(4.8)

(5.2)

5 16

2 8

2 8

11

5 16

4 16

11

6 16

10.5

11

(128)

(54)

(54)

(145)

(110)

(170)

(4.8)

(5.0)

FTE-10 FTE-44

5116

4516

21516

712

6516

812

18.7

17.6

(128)

(110)

(75)

(190)

(160)

(216)

(8.5)

(8.0)

11 8

4 16

10

7 8

11 8

49.5

48.4

(282)

(127)

(110)

(254)

(200)

(289)

(22.5)

(22.0)

12 8

5 2

10 4

7 8

11 16

61.6

59.4

(308)

(140)

(127)

(260)

(200)

(300)

(28.0)

(27.0)

FTE-10 CAST IRON & FTE-44 CAST STEEL 1/2" & 3/4"

Inches (mm)

13

C
A
D
FTE-10 CAST IRON & FTE-44 CAST STEEL 1"

F
B

C
E

FTE-10 CAST IRON & FTE-44 CAST STEEL 112" & 2"

DIMENSIONS inches (mm)


AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)
D

SERIES FTE-14
Inches (mm)

Size
1/2
3/4
1

Weight
lbs. (kg)

A
434

B
414

C
258

D
51316

(121)

(108)

(67)

(148)

434

414

258

51316

7.9

(121)

(108)

(67)

(148)

(3.6)

7.9
(3.6)

51116

414

6916

10.1

(145)

(108)

(76)

(167)

(4.6)

A
FTE-14-DUCTILE IRON 1/2", 3/4" & 1"

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SERIES FTE DIMENSIONS


B

DIMENSIONS inches (mm)


AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)

SERIES FTE-43
Size
1/2
3/4
1
112
2

Inches (mm)
A
578

B
218

C
218

D
712

E
4516

(150)

(54)

(54)

(190)

(110)

(7.0)

5 8

2 8

2 8

7 16

4 16

16.5

(150)

(54)

(54)

(192)

(110)

(7.5)

6 16

4 16

15

2 16

10

9 16

6 16

25.3

(160)

(110)

(75)

(245)

(160)

(11.5)

Weight
Lbs. (kg)

FTE-43 CAST IRON 1/2" & 3/4"

15.4

9116

4516

1318

778

61.6

(230)

(127)

(110)

(333)

(200)

(28.0)

9116

512

1312

778

74.8

(230)

(140)

(127)

(343)

(200)

(34.0)

C
A

FTE-43 CAST IRON 1"

C
E

FTE-43 CAST IRON 112" & 2"

DIMENSIONS inches (mm)


AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)

SERIES FTE-44F
Size
1/2
3/4
1
112
2

Inches (mm)

Weight
Lbs. (kg)

A
814

B
218

C
218

D
5916

E
4516

(210)

(54)

(54)

(141)

(110)

(7.5)

814

218

218

5916

4516

17.6

D
FTE-44F CAST STEEL 1/2" & 3/4"

16.5

(210)

(54)

(54)

(141)

(110)

(8.0)

814

4516

21516

712

6516

25.3

(210)

(110)

(75)

(190)

(160)

(11.5)

121316

4516

958

778

60.5

(325)

(127)

(110)

(245)

(200)

(27.5)

121316

512

978

778

74.8

(325)

(140)

(127)

(251)

(200)

(34.0)

C
E

D
FTE-44F CAST STEEL 1"

C
E

A
FTE-44F CAST STEEL 112" & 2"

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DURA-FLO
INVERTED BUCKET
STEAM TRAPS
Pressures To 250 PSIG (17.2 barg)
Temperatures to 450F (232C)
Hardened Stainless Steel Valve and Seat Long life
and maximum corrosion resistance.
Stainless Steel Bucket Long lasting, rugged and
naturally resistant to water hammer.
Inexpensive Low maintenance and initial cost.
Repairable in-line All working parts lift out of top of
trap.
Cast Iron Body Durable heavy wall construction
provides years of reliable service.
Suitable for Wide Variety of Loads/Applications
Horizontal and vertical models in thirteen body sizes.
Resists Dirt and Scale Valve and seats positioned at
top of traps and internal stainless strainer available on
most horizontal models ensure long service.

APPLICATIONS
Steam Lines
Process Equipment
Steam Cookers
Steam Heated Vats
Pressing Machinery
Unit Heaters
Oil Preheaters
Converters
Coils
Rotating Drum

MODELS

OPTIONS See page 9


Repair Kits

Canadian Registration # OE 0591.1C


Installation Tip: Always install STV Test & Block Valve as part
of trap station SEE PAGE 118
Installation Tip: Add Uniflex Pipe Coupling for ease of
maintenance SEE PAGE 102

80SLow capacity horizontal w/integral strainer


81SMedium low capacity horizontal w/integral strainer
82SMedium capacity horizontal w/integral strainer
83SMedium high capacity horizontal w/integral strainer
84High capacity horizontal
85Super high capacity horizontal
86Ultra high capacity horizontal
21Medium low capacity vertical
22Medium capacity vertical
23Medium high capacity vertical
24High capacity vertical
25Super high capacity vertical
26Ultra high capacity vertical

OPERATION

Trap Closed After trap is installed


and primed, steam entering the
trap collects in the top of the
bucket, floating the bucket and
forcing the valve into its seat.

Trap Begins to Open As


condensate begins to flow into the
trap, steam and air are forced from
the bucket. This causes the bucket
to begin losing buoyancy, tending
to pull the valve from its seat.

Trap Discharges When enough


condensate has entered the trap,
displacing the steam and air, the
bucket drops, pulling the valve
from the seat and allowing
condensate and air to discharge.

Trap Closes As the flow of


condensate stops, steam enters
the trap and refloats the bucket,
forcing the valve into its seat.
The cycle then repeats as more
condensate reaches the trap.

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DURA-FLO
INVERTED BUCKET
STEAM TRAPS

SPECIFICATION

Furnish and install as shown on the plans, inverted bucket


traps capable of discharging condensate, air and other noncondensible gases without loss of steam. These traps shall have
a heavy cast iron body, hardened stainless steel valve and seat,
all stainless steel linkage and bucket, and an asbestos free fiber
cover gasket.

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS


PMO:
TMO:
PMA:
TMA:

Max.
Max.
Max.
Max.

Operating Pressure
Operating Temperature
Allowable Pressure
Allowable Temperature

MATERIALS

OF

see orifice selection


saturated at pressure
250 psig (17.2 barg)
450F (232C)

CONSTRUCTION

Body & Cover Cast Iron ASTM-A-126/A48


Bucket & Linkage Stainless Steel
Valve & Seat Hardened Chrome Steel
Standpipe Steel Pipe
Cover Gasket Asbestos Free Fiber

20 SERIES,
VERTICAL

80 SERIES,
HORIZONTAL

Connections: 12" 212" NPT

DURA-FLO Dimension Table


Trap
End
Inches (mm)
Connections
A
B
1
80S
2, 34
5116
21116
81S
82S
83S
84
85
86

2, 34, 1

2, 34

4, 1

1, 114
1 2, 2
1

2, 212

21
22
23
24
25
26

2, 34

4, 1

1, 114
1, 1 2
1

112, 2

C
312

Weight
Lbs (kg)
7
(3.2)

(129)

(69)

(89)

5116

21116

4716

(129)

(69)

(113)

(3.6)

378

5716

22

(178)

(98)

(138)

(10.0)

8 8
(206)

7 8

32

(127)

(194)

(14.5)

534

71316

47

(229)

(146)

(199)

(21.3)

10 4
(260)

8 8

74

(203)

(213)

(33.6)

13

934

11

140

(330)

(248)

(279)

(63.5)

6 8

4 4

(162)

(108)

558

(203)

(143)

10 2

6 8

(267)

(175)

1212

712

(318)

(190)

14 8

9 16

(365)

(230)

161116

1014

(424)

(260)

6.5
(2.9)

16
(7.3)

28
(12.7)

35
(15.9)

60
(27.2)

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DURA-FLO CAPACITY TABLES


Trap

80S

81S
&
21

82S
&
22

83S
&
23

84
&
24

85
&
25

86
&
26

Orifice
Size Max P
3/16
20
1/8
80
7/64
125
3/32
150
1/4
15
3/16
30
5/32
70
1/8
125
7/64
200
3/32
250
5/16
15
1/4
30
3/16
70
5/32
125
1/8
200
7/64
250
1/2
15
3/8
30
5/16
60
9/32
80
1/4
125
7/32
180
3/16
250
5/8
15
1/2
30
3/8
60
11/32
80
5/16
125
9/32
180
1/4
250
3/4
15
9/16
30
7/16
60
3/8
100
11/32 130
5/16
180
9/32
225
1/4
250
1-1/16
15
7/8
25
3/4
40
5/8
60
9/16
80
1/2
125
7/16
180
3/8
250

0.50
(.034)
200
80
300
190
100
70
570
350
250
180
100
75
1410
990
600
510
385
300
255
2160
1450
1050
800
660
550
350
3100
1800
1400
1100
900
750
600
400
6240
4100
2900
2100
1900
1600
1400
1000

1
(.069)
270
110
55
450
300
165
130
65
850
500
420
300
180
130
1880
1400
940
735
600
490
400
2900
2250
1750
1560
1200
950
580
4160
2900
2200
1700
1500
1200
970
700
8400
5490
4500
3500
3095
2600
2210
1800

5
(.345)
450
200
90
70
830
540
180
220
150
100
1600
950
785
560
325
240
2900
2300
1730
1350
1100
860
700
4800
3700
2950
2500
1950
1500
1000
7600
5200
3800
3000
2600
2100
1700
1200
14500
10000
8200
6900
6000
5000
4180
3400

10
(.690)
560
300
145
110
950
670
430
340
230
150
1900
1380
950
680
465
340
3500
2700
2045
1595
1300
1165
950
5800
4750
3550
2900
2450
1900
1250
9000
6400
5000
3600
3200
2600
2100
1500
17300
12930
10600
8700
7600
6400
5530
4500

15
(1.03)
640
360
195
150
1060
770
495
390
275
190
2100
1630
1120
800
505
370
3900
3300
2510
1960
1600
1350
1100
6500
5200
4000
3200
2750
2200
1450
10000
7700
6000
4500
3900
3200
2600
1900
19200
15620
12800
10600
9300
7800
6640
5400

20
25
30
40
60
70
80
100 125 130 150 180
200 225 250
(1.38) (1.72) (2.07) (2.76) (4.14) (4.83) (5.52) (6.90) (8.62) (8.97) (10.3) (12.4) (13.8) (15.5) (17.2)
690
420 460
500 540 620 660
690
260 305
345 400 485 525
565 640 680
200 240
270 310 380 410
440 480 540 545 570
880
585
460
335
240

950
655
515
375
270

1000
710
560
405
290

770
610
455
340

900
710
545
420

950
760
580
450

800
610
470

860
665
520

950
735
575

780
585

810
620

850
670

860
700

730

760

1800 1900
1260 1395
900 995
575 650
420 480

2050
1500
1070
710
520

1700
1220
805
590

2000 2200
1440 1550
980 1050
720 770

1650
1105
810

1800
1225
900

2000
1375
1010

1410
1020

1500 1560
1100 1170

1600
1230

1280

1300

3500
2825
2205
1800
1595
1300

3800
2995
2340
1910
1865
1520

4000
3135
2450
2000
2085
1700

3800
2880
2350
2205
1800

4400
3490
2850
2510
2050

3800
3100
2695
2200

4000
3300
2820
2300

3600
3065
2500

3900
3185
2600

3300
2700

3500 3700
2800 3020

3200

3400

3500

6000
4700
3500
3100
2350
1800

6500
5000
4000
3250
2700
2000

6800
5400
4400
3500
2900
2200

5800
4850
4000
3250
2600

6800
5750
4800
3800
3150

6000
5250
4250
3350

6400
5600
4500
3500

6200
4800
3800

6700
5500
4300

5600
4450

5700 6000
4700 5000

5300

5500

5700

8500
6600
5200
4500
3700
2950
2100

9200
7100
5800
5000
4100
3300
2400

9800
7600
6100
5400
4500
3600
2600

8300
7000
6200
5400
4500
3200

9500
8500
7500
6600
5400
3800

9200
8050
7000
5700
4000

9700 10400
8500 9600 10900 11000
7257 8118 8979 9040.5 9500 10000
5900 6600 7300 7350 7850 8400 9200
4150 4600 5100 5150 5500 5950 6350

9800
6650

7000

18500
15000
12100
10600
8900
7500
6100

20000
16700
13300
11700
9800
8490
6900

18000
14250
12500
10500
9230
7500

20000
16300
14300
12000
10450
8500

19800
17300
14500
12420
10100

18300
15400
13300
10800

19000
16300 18000 20000
14150 15750 17400 17900 18500 20000
11500 12800 14200 14300 15600 16900 17500 18500 19000

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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DURA-FLO
INVERTED BUCKET
STEAM TRAPS
PCA REPAIR KITS
Quick, easy and economical
Simplifies and standardizes inventory
All stainless steel corrosion resistant internal parts
Hardened stainless steel condensate valves and seats
for extra long life

SEAT RING
VALVE LINKAGE ASSY
CAP SCREWS
(2 reqd)

MODELS
80SOrifice ratings 20, 80, 125, 150
81S & 21Orifice ratings 15, 30, 70, 125, 200, 250
82S & 22Orifice ratings 15, 30, 70, 125, 200, 250
83S & 23Orifice ratings 15, 30, 60, 80, 125, 180, 250
84 & 24Orifice ratings 15, 30, 60, 80, 125, 180, 250
85 & 25Orifice ratings 15, 30, 60, 100, 130, 180, 225, 250
86 & 26Orifice ratings 15, 25, 40, 60, 80, 125, 180, 250

NAMEPLATES
(2 reqd)

PIVOT BRACKET

Supplied in a labeled, clear plastic bag.

FTN SERIES FLOAT


& THERMOSTATIC
STEAM TRAPS
REPAIR KITS
High quality replacement kits
Rebuild existing F & T Traps far more economically than
replacement
Quick, easy and economical
Simplifies and standardizes inventory
All stainless steel corrosion resistant internal parts
Hardened stainless steel condensate valves and seats
for extra long life
Repairs other leading manufacturers F & T Traps

MODELS
FTN-15 available in 34", 1", 114", 112" and 2"
FTN-30 available in 34", 1", 114", 112" and 2"
FTN-75 available in 34", 1", 114", 112" and 2"
FTN-125 available in 34", 1", 114", 112" and 2"

All 34" and 1" kits as well as 114" FTN-15 and FTN-30 kits
supplied with cover assembly.
All 114" FTN-75 and FTN-125 kits as well as all 112" and 2"
kits supplied as mechanism complete.

Consult factory for latest crossover fitments.

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SEALED
STAINLESS STEEL
DURA-FLO
INVERTED BUCKET STEAM TRAPS
Pressures to 650 PSIG (45 barg)
Temperatures to 497F (258C)

APPLICATIONS

Steam Lines
Process Equipment
Steam Cookers
Steam Heated Vats
Pressing Machinery
Unit Heaters
Oil Preheaters
Converters
Coils
Rotating Drum

Canadian Registration #: OE10389.52


For information on Big Block UMTVS-BB Connector
SEE PAGE 116

Easy Trap Replacement Universal two bolt swivel


mounting option simplifies removal from system.
Simple Installation Stainless mounting Block mounts
permanently into system. Trap installs via two bolt
universal mount connection.
Hardened Chrome Steel Valve and Seat Long life
and maximum corrosion resistance.
Stainless Steel Bucket Long lasting, rugged and
naturally resistant to water hammer.
Inexpensive Low maintenance and initial cost.
Stainless Steel Body Durable heavy wall construction
provides years of reliable service and resists corrosion
and freezing.
Suitable for Wide Variety of Loads/Applications
Horizontal models in three body sizes.
Resists Dirt and Scale Valve and seats positioned at
top of traps ensure long service.
Maintenance Free (TSBT-_S and USBT-_S) Sealed
design prevents unnecessary tampering. Trap can be
inspected and replaced without breaking pipe.
Freeze Resistant Extruded SS Body helps prevent
problems associated with freezing conditions.

MODELS

OPERATION
After trap is installed and primed, steam entering the trap collects in the top of the bucket,
floating the bucket and forcing the valve into its
seat. As condensate begins to flow into the trap,
steam and air are forced from the bucket. This
causes the bucket to begin losing buoyancy,
tending to pull the valve from its seat. When

NPT CONNECTION
TSBT-LS Low Capacity, 200 PSIG
TSBT-MS Medium Capacity, 340 PSIG
TSBT-HS High Capacity, 650 PSIG
UMT CONNECTION
USBT-LS Low Capacity, 200 PSIG
USBT-MS Medium Capacity, 340 PSIG
USBT-HS High Capacity, 650 PSIG
UMT CONNECTOR BLOCKS
UMTCStandard connector (1/2" & 3/4" only)
UMTCY-RHRight Hand Connector with Y Strainer
UMTCY-LHLeft Hand connector with Y Strainer
UMTVS-BBConnector with Isolation Valves, Strainer,
Blowdown Valve and Test Port
enough condensate has entered the trap, displacing the
steam and air, the bucket drops, pulling the valve from
the seat and allowing condensate and air to discharge.
As the flow of condensate stops, steam enters the trap
and re-floats the bucket, forcing the valve into its seat.
The cycle then repeats as more condensate reaches the
trap.

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SEALED
STAINLESS STEEL
DURA-FLO

C
C
C

INVERTED BUCKET STEAM TRAPS


B
B

SPECIFICATION

Furnish and install as shown on the plans, inverted bucket traps


capable of discharging condensate, air and other non-condensable
gases without loss of steam. These traps shall have a stainless
steel sealed body, hardened chrome steel valve and seat and an all
stainless steel linkage and bucket. It shall have a universal mount
connector option.

PMO: Max. Operating Pressure


See Orifice Selection
TMO: Max. Operating Temperature
Saturated at PMO
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure LS 200 psig (13.8 barg)
at 450F (232C)
MS 307 psig (21.2 barg)
at 450F (232C)
HS 650 psig (44.8 barg)
at 497F (258C)
TMA: Max. Allowable Temperature MS, LS & HS 800F (425C)
OF

A
A
USBT SEALED SERIES

A
TSBT SEALED SERIES

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS

MATERIALS

D
D

Connections: 3/8" 1" NPT


DIMENSIONS inches (mm)
AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)
Model
TSBT-LS

CONSTRUCTION

Body AISI 304 SS


Bucket AISI 304 SS
Bucket ClipAISI 304 SS
Lever AISI 304 SS
Inlet Tube AISI 304 SS
ValveHardened Chrome Steel AISI D3
Valve Seat Hardened Chrome Steel AISI D3
Connector AISI 304 SS

TSBT-MS
TSBT-HS

A
234

Inches (mm)
B
C
5916
4516

D
4916

(70)

(142)

(110)

(116)

(1)

234

6916

4516

5916

2.5

(70)

(167)

(110)

(141)

(1.1)

378

8916

738

(99)

(218)

(127)

(187)

(3.2)

Weight
lbs(kg)
2.25

Connections:
Universal Mount Two Bolt Swivel Connection

DIMENSIONS inches (mm) AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)


Model
USBTLS
USBTMS
USBTHS

Inches (mm)
C
D
234
458

Weight
lbs(kg)
4.25

A
234

B
6

E
4

(70)

(152)

(70)

(117)

(101.6)

(2)

234

7316

234

51316

4.75

(70)

(183)

(70)

(148)

(101.6)

(2.2)

378

834

234

738

(99)

(222)

(70)

(187)

(127)

(3.2)

Maximum Capacity(lbs/hr)
Trap
SBT-LS & TSBT-LS

USBT-MS
&
TSBT-MS

USBT-HS
&
TSBT-HS

Orifice
Size
3/32
1/4
3/16
5/32
1/8
7/64
3/32
5/64
1/4
3/16
1/8
7/64
3/32

MOP
200
15
30
70
125
200
250
400
40
80
250
300
650

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

5
(0.34)
85
800
540
390
260
200
155
100
1040
680
320
220
175

10
(0.69)
120
920
690
490
325
265
200
130
1350
930
42
280
225

15
(1.03)
145
1040
800
560
400
315
240
155
1580
1120
510
325
270

30
(2.07)
200

Differential Pressure
40
70
80
125
(2.76) (4.83) (5.52)
(8.62)
230
300
325
400

1000
700
530
410
315
210
2000
1550
700
430
370

790
600
470
360
235
2350
1775
790
500
400

200
250
300
400
650
(13.79) (17.24) (20.69) (27.59) (44.83)
500

940
750
580
440
280

800
610
480
310

970
720
560
360

900
690
440

750
460

510

2400
1020
630
510

2300
1090
685
540

1300
800
650

1650
1000
800

1800
1100
870

1200
930

580*

1050

1300

* CRN not available

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REPAIRABLE
STAINLESS STEEL
DURA-FLO
INVERTED BUCKET STEAM TRAPS
Pressures to 650 PSIG (45 barg)
Temperatures to 497F (258C)

APPLICATIONS

Steam Lines
Process Equipment
Steam Cookers
Steam Heated Vats
Pressing Machinery
Unit Heaters
Oil Preheaters
Converters
Coils
Rotating Drum

Canadian Registration # OE10389.52

Easy Trap Replacement Universal two bolt swivel


mounting option simplifies removal from system.
Simple Installation Stainless mounting Block mounts
permanently into system. Trap installs via two bolt universal
mount connection.
Hardened Chrome Steel Valve and Seat Long life and
maximum corrosion resistance.
Stainless Steel Bucket Long lasting, rugged and naturally
resistant to water hammer.
Inexpensive Low maintenance and initial cost.
Stainless Steel Body Durable heavy wall construction
provides years of reliable service and resists corrosion and
freezing.
Suitable for Wide Variety of Loads/Applications
Horizontal models in three body sizes.
Resists Dirt and Scale Valve and seats positioned at top
of traps ensure long service.
Repairable Model (TSBT-_R & USBT-_R) Removable
cover allows pressure change or repair with existing Dura-Flo
PCA kits.

MODELS
For information on Big Block UMTVS-BB Connector
SEE PAGE 116

NPT CONNECTION, REPAIRABLE


TSBT-LR Low Capacity, 200 PSIG
TSBT-MR Medium Capacity, 400 PSIG
TSBT-HR High Capacity, 650 PSIG
UMT CONNECTION, REPAIRABLE
USBT-LR Low Capacity, 200 PSIG
USBT-MR Medium Capacity, 400 PSIG
USBT-HR High Capacity, 650 PSIG
UMT CONNECTOR BLOCKS
UMTCStandard connector (1/2" & 3/4" only)
UMTCY-RHRight Hand Connector w/Y strainer*
UMTCY-LHLeft Hand Connector w/Y strainer*
UMTVS-BBConnector with Isolation Valves, Strainer,
Blowdown Valve and Test Port

OPERATION
After trap is installed and primed, steam entering the
trap collects in the top of the bucket, floating the
bucket and forcing the valve into its seat. As
condensate begins to flow into the trap, steam and
air are forced from the bucket. This causes the
bucket to begin losing buoyancy, tending to pull the
valve from its seat. When enough condensate has

entered the trap, displacing the steam and air, the bucket
drops, pulling the valve from the seat and allowing
condensate and air to discharge. As the flow of
condensate stops, steam enters the trap and re-floats
the bucket, forcing the valve into its seat. The cycle then
repeats as more condensate reaches the trap.

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STAINLESS STEEL
DURA-FLO

C
C

INVERTED BUCKET STEAM TRAPS

B
D

B
D

SPECIFICATION
Furnish and install as shown on the plans, inverted bucket traps
capable of discharging condensate, air and other non-condensable gases without loss of steam. These traps shall have a stainless steel sealed body, hardened chrome steel valve and seat and
an all stainless steel linkage and bucket. It shall also have a universal mount connection option. The repairable traps shall have a
removable cover to allow repair or orifice change.

A
TSBT REPAIRABLE SERIES

Connections: 3/8" 1" NPT

MAXIMUM OPERATING CONDITIONS

DIMENSIONS inches (mm)


AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)

PMO: Max. Operating Pressure


See Orifice Selection
TMO: Max. Operating Temperature
Saturated at PMO
PMA: Max. Allowable Pressure LR 200 psig (13.8 barg)
at 450F (232C)
MR 420 psig (29.0 barg)
at 450F (232C)
HR 650 psig (44.8 barg)
at 497F (258C)
TMA: Max. Allowable Temperature
800F (425C)

MATERIALS

OF

A
USBT REPAIRABLE SERIES

Inches (mm)

Model
TSBT-LR
TSBT-MR

CONSTRUCTION

TSBT-HR

Body ASTM A351 CF8


Cover ASTM A351 CF8
BucketAISI 304 SS
Bucket ClipAISI 304 SS
Lever AISI 304 SS
Inlet Tube AISI 304 SS
Valve Hardened Chrome Steel AISI D3
Valve Seat Hardened Chrome Steel AISI D3
Swivel Connector AISI 304 SS
Cover Gasket Spiral Wound 304 SS wIth Grafoil

A
278

B
614

C
4516

D
5916

(73)

(159)

(110)

(141)

Weight
lbs(kg)
6.6
(3.0)

278

714

4516

6916

7.2

(73)

(184)

(110)

(166)

(3.2)

418

912

812

22

(104.8)

(241.3)

(127)

(215.9)

(10)

Connections:
Universal Mount Two Bolt Swivel Connection
DIMENSIONS inches (mm) AND WEIGHTS pounds (kg)
Model
USBTLR

Inches (mm)
A
278

B
638

C
234

D
558

E
414

(73)

(161)

(70)

(143)

(108)

Weight
lbs(kg)
7.25
(3.3)

USBTMR

2 8

7 8

2 4

6 8

4 4

(73)

(186)

(70)

(168)

(108)

(3.6)

USBTHR

418

934

234

834

614

25

(104.8)

(247.7)

(70)

(222.3)

(158.8)

(11.33)

Maximum Capacity(lbs/hr)
Trap
TSBT-LR, USBT-LR

TSBT-MR,
USBT-MR

TSBT - HR
USBT-HR

Orifice
Size
3/32
1/4
3/16
5/32
1/8
7/64
3/32
5/64
1/4
3/16
1/8
7/64
3/32

MOP
200
15
30
70
125
200
250
400
40
80
250
300
650

Differential Pressure
5
(0.34)
85
800
540
390
260
200
155
100
1040
680
320
220
175

10
(0.69)
120
920
690
490
325
265
200
130
1350
930
42
280
225

15
(1.03)
145
1040
800
560
400
315
240
155
1580
1120
510
325
270

30
(2.07)
200

40
(2.76)
230

70
(4.83)
300

80
(5.52)
325

125
(8.62)
400

200
250
300
400
650
(13.79) (17.24) (20.69) (27.59) (44.83)
500

1000
700
530
410
315
210
2000
1550
700
430
370

790
600
470
360
235
2350
1775
790
500
400

940
750
580
440
280

800
610
480
310

970
720
560
360

900
690
440

750
460

510

580

2400
1020
630
510

2300
1090
685
540

1300
800
650

1650
1000
800

1800
1100
870

1200
930

1050

For Kg/Hr Multiply by .454

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