The Spirax Sarco Bimetallic Steam Traps are used to help conserve energy by dispelling condensate where the system can utilize heat more prudently. These are durable and reliable stream traps.
On of the most popular in the Bimetallic Series is the HP45. These traps are specifically designed for HP steam systems. These traps are very efficient, they allow no heat loss and they immediately will drain any air or non-condensate gases and even cold water from the system to keep the operation running smoothly.
One of the great features of the Bimetallic Steam traps is that when there is a failure in the system, these traps will remain open. Due to the fact that they have a check valve and a built in strainer screen they can minimize the amount of debris that comes through the system. These elements will help protect the traps as well as the system.
The Spirax Sarco Bimetallic Steam Traps are available in 1/2″, 3/4″ and 1″. They have a PMO, which is the Maximum Operating Pressure of 652 psig and a TMO, which is a Maximum Operating Temperature of 217 psig. These steam traps are created and designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of 3320 psig.
The main components of these steam traps are the Body, Valve Seat gasket, Bimetallic Heat Element, Strainer Screen, Cover and Cover Gasket just to name a few.
Maintenance is important on any heating system. On the Bimetallic Steam Traps the only spare parts available are the Bimetallic Assembly Kit if there is any other parts you need, replacing the entire trap may be necessary.
The Spirax Sarco Steam Traps are constructed with a reinforced stainless steel insert that is found inside the body of the trap. Unlike some other traps when they need to be repaired, you have to remove the traps. But the with Bimetallic Steam Traps you can repair the trap inline.
To order a Spirax Sarco Bimetallic Steam Trap, you would order the following: I need one of (the size you need) Spirax Sarco BYVAP HP45 Bimetallic Steam Trap with a socket welded end connections.
If you want to just order the spare parts then you would have to order by using the exact description given in the Available Spare parts located in the instruction booklet that came with your trap. You should keep all reading manuals and instructions handy in case you need them.
These traps are built strong, they are made with a Bimetallic construction that can endure waterhammer and has a highly corrosive resist covering. These traps can be used with a high power system. They can even save some money in the long run because they are energy conserving steam traps.
Other models of the Spirax Sarco Bimetallic Steam Traps are the HP80, HP100. HP150, HP210 and the T3 just to name a few. Check out the full line of Spirax Sarco Steam Traps on their website, you will find everything you are looking for and more.
