Spirax Sarco FT14HC-10/4.5/14 SG Iron Ball Float Steam Traps

Description

Spirax Sarco FT14 and FT14HC cast iron float traps with all stainless steel internals and built-in automatic air venting valve/device. Horizontal mounting, threaded connections, in-line serviceability, flow direction indicated by valve body.

Available Models

FT14HC	High Displacement (1" only)
FT14	Standard 1¼", 1½" & 2"
Note: All models are available with DPMX of 4.5, 10 and 14 bar.

options (as in computer software settings)

In addition to the air venting valve, this model of FT14-C trap is equipped with a steam lock release device (SLR) to prevent steam lock in the system. The model designation is followed by the letter "C". If desired, 3/8" BSP or NPT threaded holes can be drilled in the top or bottom of the cover for installation of a bleeder valve or counterbalance pipe.

(an official) standard

This product complies with the European Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.

Certification

Manufacturer's test reports are available for this product. Note: If a certificate is required, please specify when ordering.

Sizes and pipe connections

1" (FT14HC only), 1¼", 1½" and 2" Screwed BSP or NPT.

Scope of work

	1" and 11/4"	11/2" and 2"
Valve body design conditions	PN25	PN16
PMA Maximum Allowable Pressure	25 bar g@100°C	16 bar g@100°C
TMA Maximum Allowable Temperature	300°C@18bar g	220°C@135bar g
Minimum permissible temperature	-10°C	-10°C
TMO Maximum Operating Temperature	275°C@19barg	220° C@13.5bar g
Minimum Operating Temperature Note: Consult Spirax Sarco for lower operating temperatures.	0°C	0°C
PMX Maximum Differential Pressure	1 "HC	11/4"
PMX max. differential pressure - 4.5 bar	FT14HC-4.5	FT14-4.5
PMX max. differential pressure -10 bar	FT14HC-10	FT14-10
PMX max. differential pressure - 14 bar	FT14HC-14	FT14-14
Design maximum cold hydraulic test pressure	38 bar g	24 bar g

material (that sth is made of)

Item	Part	material (that sth is made of)
1	valve body	1", 1¼": ductile iron DIN 1693 GGG 40; 1½", 2": cast iron DIN 191 GG 25
2	Bonnet bolts	1": steel BS 3692 Gr.8.8; 1¼": steel ASTM A193 B7; 1½", 2": steel BS 3692 Gr.8.8
3	Bonnet Gasket	Reinforced flake graphite
4	bonnets	1", 1¼": ductile iron DIN 1693 GGG 40; 1½", 2": cast iron DIN 1961 GG 25
5	Seat	1": stainless steel BS 970 431 S29; 1¼": stainless steel BS 970 431 S29; 1½": stainless steel BS 3146 Part 2 ANC 2; 2": stainless steel BS 3146 Part 2 ANC 2
6	Seat Gasket	1": stainless steel BS 1449 304 S11; 1¼": stainless steel BS 1449 304 S11; 1½": reinforced flake graphite; 2": reinforced flake graphite
7	Pivot unit assembly bolts Main valve unit bolts and nuts	1": stainless steel BS 4183 18/8; 1¼": stainless steel BS 4183 18/8; 1½": stainless steel BS 970 304 S16; 2": stainless steel BS 6105 A4-80
8	Float ball linkage	Stainless steel BS 1449 304 S16
9	Air venting valve unit	stainless steels
10	Air Exhaust Seat Gasket	Stainless steel BS 1449 304 S11
11	SLR device	Stainless steel BS 970 303 S21
12	SLR Gasket	Mild steel BS 1449 CS4
13	SLR Seal	plumbago
14	brackets	Stainless steel BS 1449 304 S16
15	Pivot bracket	Stainless steel BS 1449 304 S16
16	Anti-erosion baffle	Stainless steel BS 970 431 S29
17	fulcrum	stainless steels
18	built-in baffle	1½", 2" only: stainless steel BS 1449 304 S16

weights

caliber	Weight (kg)
1 "HC	6.8
1¼"	6.8
1½"	17.5
2"	22.0

Security information, installation and maintenance

For detailed information, refer to the Installation and Maintenance Guide (IM-S02-30) supplied with the product.
Installation Tips: Install the valve as indicated by the flow direction arrow on the valve body, noting that the float arm is in a horizontal position to ensure that it can be raised and lowered vertically.

deal with

This product is recyclable and does not harm the environment when disposed of properly.

Ordering Instructions

Example: 1 - Spirax Sarco FT14 HC-14 steam trap, ductile iron body and bonnet with thermostatic air venting, 1" BSP threaded connection, bonnet can be drilled 3/8" for connection of discharge valve or counterbalance pipe.