Condair Nortec SAM-e - Steam Lines and Condensate Returns

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Steam Lines and Condensate Returns
Use appropriate slope
Figure 1: Slope
Figure 2: Insulate pipe
Figure 3: Condensate Traps
MAIN RULES FOR ATMOSPHERIC STEAM LINES
:
• Steam lines must be sloped
• Condensate must be trapped (Use full-size ‘T’ for traps)
• Steam lines must not have any restrictions that could cause back-pressure
• Insulate with minimum 1” pipe insulation
• Follow recommended materials, size and length (see tables)