Condensate drain FT series

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Mechanical steam traps Ball float mechanical steam traps Ball float (FT) mechanical steam traps have an integral air vent as standard and the options of a manually adjustableneedle valve (SLR - steam lock release mechanism) and drain cock tapping, the FT range is adaptable to all applicationswhere ball float traps are recommended and instantaneous removal of condensate is required. How a ball float steam trap works 1. On start-up a thermostatic air vent allows air to bypassthe main valve (1) which would otherwise be unable toescape (a condition known as ‘air-binding’). 2. As soon as condensate reaches the trap, the float israised and the lever mechanism opens the main valve.Hot condensate closes the air vent but continues to flowthrough the main valve. 3. When steam arrives the float drops and closes off themain valve, which remains at all times below the waterlevel, ensuring that live steam cannot be passed. 4. As the steam condenses, the float rises allowingcondensate to be released. Features and benefits: • Immediate condensate discharge with clean, tight shut-off. No backup of condensate ensures maximum plant efficiency • Works efficiently on both heavy and light loads with no passage of live steam • Not affected by wide and sudden fluctuations of pressure or flowrate • Stainless steel internals that can tolerate corrosive condensate • Integral air vent to ensure rapid warm-up of plant • Robust construction to guarantee long life against waterhammer and vibration.