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Spirax Sarco FT14 and FT14HC SG Iron Ball Float Steam Traps – 1" to 2" IBR Certified
Spirax Sarco FT14/FT14HC ball float steam traps for saturated steam systems. IBR certified, 1" to 2" sizes, up to 14 bar. Available at PC Engineering
Overview
The Spirax Sarco FT14 and FT14HC are SG iron ball float steam traps designed for efficient condensate removal in saturated steam systems. These traps feature stainless steel internal components and an integral automatic air venting facility, ensuring reliable operation and minimal maintenance downtime.
The FT14 is available in 1¼", 1½", and 2" sizes, while the FT14HC offers high-capacity performance in 1" size with selectable left-to-right or right-to-left flow direction. Both models are supplied with horizontal screwed connections (BSP or NPT) and can be serviced without disturbing existing pipework.
These steam traps comply fully with Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR), 1950, making them suitable for regulated industrial steam applications across India. The BP99/32 thermostatic capsule used in these traps is rated for superheated steam service.
Key Features
- SG iron body (EN1563 JS 1030) for 1" and 1¼" sizes; cast iron body for 1½" and 2" sizes
- Stainless steel internals for corrosion resistance and durability
- Integral thermostatic air vent for automatic air removal during start-up
- Available with 4.5, 10, or 14 bar differential pressure internals
- IBR certified with Manufacturers' Typical Test Report available
- Horizontal screwed connections (BSP/NPT) for easy installation
- In-line maintenance without disturbing pipework
- Optional tapped connections for balance line or drain cock
Specifications
| Parameter | 1" HC and 1¼" | 1½" and 2" | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Design Pressure | PN25 | PN16 | ||||||
| Maximum Allowable Temperature (TMA) | 200°C | 200°C | ||||||
| Minimum Allowable Temperature | -10°C | -10°C | ||||||
| Maximum Operating Pressure (PMO) | 14 bar g | 13 bar g | ||||||
| Maximum Operating Temperature (TMO) | 200°C | 200°C | ||||||
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C | 0°C | ||||||
| Cold Hydraulic Test Pressure | 21 bar g | 19.5 bar g | ||||||
| Pipe Connections | Screwed BSP / NPT | Screwed BSP / NPT | ||||||
| Body Material | SG Iron EN1563 JS 1030 | Cast Iron BS EN 1561 JL 1040 | ||||||
| Internals Material | Stainless Steel AISI 304/431 | Stainless Steel AISI 304/431 | ||||||
| Available PMX Options | 4.5, 10, 14 bar | 4.5, 10, 14 bar | ||||||
| Size | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) | E (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | Weight (kg) |
| 1" HC | 120 | 110 | 80 | 195 | 160 | 220 | 115 | 6.8 |
| 1¼" | 120 | 110 | 80 | 195 | 160 | 220 | 115 | 6.9 |
| 1½" | 270 | 130 | 108 | 248 | 200 | 270 | 115 | 17.5 |
| 2" | 300 | 138 | 125 | 250 | 200 | 288 | 140 | 22.0 |
Applications
- Process heating equipment and heat exchangers - Steam distribution mains and branch lines - Unit heaters and air handling units - Tracer lines and jacketed vessels - Autoclaves and sterilizers - Textile, pharmaceutical, chemical, and food processing plants - Any saturated steam application requiring continuous condensate drainage
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