STEAM CONTROL

PRODUCTS
STEAM TRAPS
Inverted Bucket
Float & Thermostatic
Radiator Traps

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Operating Fundamentals
Thermostatic Radiator Traps (The Smart Trap)
Dimensions and Capacities
Float and Thermostatic Steam Traps
Capacities
Dimensions and Features
Inverted Bucket Steam Traps (Horizontal)
Capacities
Dimensions and Features
Sizing Information
Inverted Bucket Steam Traps (Vertical)
Dimensions and Capacities
Application Guide
Engineering Data
Properties of Saturated Steam
Notes

2
3
4
5-6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

OPERATING FUNDAMENTALS
STERLCO THERMOSTATIC RADIATOR TRAPS
(THE SMART TRAP)
HOW THE STERLCO THERMOSTAT OPERATES

STERLCO INVERTED BUCKET

On start up, the bucket, by its own weight, rests on the

trap bottom. The main valve is open, allowing the discharge of air and non-condensables. As condensate fills
the body, it creates a seal on the open end of the bucket,
which then becomes buoyant and rises, closing the main
valve. Condensate, however, continues to enter the trap
and force the air within the bucket out through the vent
hole, causing it to lose its buoyancy and sink, opening
the main valve to discharge. Condensate is discharged
until steam reaches the trap and fills the bucket, which
regains buoyancy and the operating cycle is repeated.

A. In a trap which is cold, or which is full of condensate

below the boiling point, the Sterlco thermostat remains
compressed because of its internal vacuum. The trap is
open and condensate flows out.

B. Whenever live steam strikes the bellows, the water

inside the thermostat starts to vaporize or boil. As soon
as the steam pressure inside the thermostat becomes
almost equal to the steam pressure surrounding the
thermostat, the spring action of the bellows causes it to
extend itself and close the trap. Because the thermostat
is filled with pure water, the relationship of inside and
outside pressures is always the same. This trap will
always pass condensate and hold back steam in spite
of any variations in steam pressure.

STERLCO FLOAT AND THERMOSTATIC

The Sterlco F&T Trap contains a balanced pressure

thermostatic air vent and main float operated valve for
condensate removal. Air initially has free access to
discharge until surrounded by high temperature which
closes the vent. As condensate fills the trap body, the
float rises, opening the main valve and discharging the
condensate as it is received. The F&T is a fully modulating type trap that responds immediately or continuously
to condensate discharge. The liquid level within the body
is preset above the main valve, assuring that, when discharging, the orifice sees only liquid, thereby preventing
the loss of live steam.

If the thermostat is damaged, the vacuum inside will be

lost and the trap will remain closed whether it is hot or
cold. The location of the trouble will be easy to find
because the radiator will be cold. Meanwhile, no steam
is wasted.

THERMOSTATIC RADIATOR TRAPS (THE STERLCO SMART TRAP)

CONSTRUCTION

Trap bodies, covers, union nuts and nipples are close

grained red brass castings. Accurate machining assures
steam-tight fit and complete interchangeability of parts.
Sterlco low pressure traps, except 715-A, have valve
cones of long-wearing tobin bronze and seats of brass.
All others have stainless steel cones and seats for
maximum resistance to high temperatures and abrasion.
Stainless steel cones and seats are available for 1/2" and
3/4" LP traps.

Angle Pattern
750 Series for low pressure; M-7 Series for
medium pressure; 8 Series for high pressure

STERLCO VACUUM THERMOSTAT FEATURES

Bellows convolutions are formed under extremely high

hydraulic pressure
Smooth bellows surfaces means no tool marks where
wear or corrosion can start.
Multiple convolutions provide free travel of the valve
cone. There is no danger of failures due to excessive
bellows flexing.

Straightway Pattern
Provides minimum loss of height
on horizontal piping

Vacuum charged...not charged at atmospheric

pressure. The trap will close immediately if damaged.

THE STERLCO SMART TRAP

Will operate efficiently regardless of steam pressure

variation. All thermostats and seats are replaceable
without shimming or adjustment. Every trap is thoroughly
tested. Components are inspected and tested during
manufacture; completed traps undergo complete operating
tests before shipment.
Vertical Pattern
780 Series for vertical piping and convectors

Corner Pattern
770 Series for low pressure heating. In right hand
and left hand styles for convenient installation

THERMOSTATIC RADIATOR TRAPS DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES

Angle

Straightway

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES

Pressure
Rating
Lbs./Sq. In.

0-25 Low
Pressure

Inlet and Outlet

Size (Am. Std.
Pipe Thd.)
1/2"
3/4"
1"

Model

Body Style

750-A
770-R
770-L
770-S
780-V
753-A
773-S
715-A

Angle
R.H.Corner
L.H. Corner
Straightway
Vertical
Angle
Straightway
Angle

Vertical

Corner (top view)

Dimensions
A

3 1/4*
3 1/4*
3 1/4*
4 7/8*
5*
3 1/8*
5 1/4*
3 1/4*

1/4
lb.

1 1/4
3/8
3/8
3/8

1 5/8
1 5/8

1 1/4
3/8
1 5/8

Capacity in lbs./hr at
Pressure Differentials Indicated
1/2
lb.

1
lb.

2
lb.

5
lb.

10
lb.

15
lb.

85

120

165

235

370

530

640

165

230

330

465

730 1050 1300

290

410

580

810 1280 1840 2300

Note: Above ratings are in accordance with the standards of the Steam Heating Equipment Manufacturers Association. Since actual test
capacities are from two to four times these ratings, traps may be selected directly from the table for the lowest pressure differential expected.

Pressure
Rating
Lbs./Sq. In.

Inlet and Outlet

Size (Am. Std.
Pipe Thd.)

0-75
Med. Pressure

1/2"
3/4"
1"

0-125
High Pressure

1/2"
3/4"
1"

Model Body Style

M-750-A
M-753-A
M-715-A
850-A
853-A
812-A

Angle
Angle

Dimensions
A

3 1/4*
3 1/8*
3 1/4
3 1/4*
2 3/4
3 1/4

1 1/4
1 1/4
1 5/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 5/8

* Available with tail pieces to reduce or increase A dimension by 3/8 inch.

5
lb.

10
lb.

Capacity in lbs./hr at
Pressure Differentials Indicated
15
lb.

25
lb.

50
lb.

65
lb.

75
lb.

100 125
lb. lb.

525 780 985 1340 2020 2175 585 1040 1405 1670 2390 2490 710 1300 1900 2715 4130 4690 400 640 935 1240 1750 1965 2080 2280 2400
510 900 1400 1900 2500 2720 2850 3100 3340
710 1300 1900 2715 4130 4690 4940 5385 5720

Sterlco thermostatic radiator traps accurately and efficiently free radiators of air and condensate...
without allowing steam to be wasted into returns. They are especially effective on vacuum heating
systems. Their simple design and rugged construction assure long, dependable service.

FLOAT AND THERMOSTATIC OPERATING FUNDAMENTALS

FOR EFFICIENT HANDLING OF LARGE AIR QUANTITIES
AND WIDELY VARYING CONDENSING RATES

Sterlco Float and Thermostatic (F&T) steam traps are

preferred for efficient, economical vacuum and pressure
service. F&T traps are highly recommended for applications where large volumes of air are present on start-up
and where condensing rates can vary widely. F&T traps
are ideal for service in health care institutions, apartments,
educational facilities, offices and other public areas as well
as in business and industry.
Choose from 21 standard capacity models, available in
five connection sizes from 3/4" to 2". Float and Thermostatic steam traps are designed for ease of installation
and simplified, minimal maintenance.

FT-69-15

FT-4-15

FT-75-15

FT-80-15

DEPENDABLE, TROUBLE-FREE FLOAT ACTUATION

F&T traps operate in response to rising and falling

condensate levels and rising and falling temperatures
near the thermostatic vent, as follows:

Condensate initially fills the trap body to a predetermined

level, which is sufficient to seal the valve seat opening.
As the condensate level continues to rise, the float will
rise causing the valve to pull away from the seat.

Condensate will then be discharged into the return line

through the trap outlet. The rise and fall of condensate
level causes a continuous discharge which is typical of
F&T traps.
Air entering the trap is discharged through the
thermostatic vent. The opening and closing of the vent
is dependent upon the temperature surrounding the
thermostatic element.

Draining Main

Draining Open Tank

As the element cools with more air accumulating, it

opens to allow the air to vent to the atmosphere.

TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

Install F&T traps in steam applications such as Instantaneous Heaters, Steam Humidifiers, Steam-Jacketed
Vessels, Unit Heaters, Sterilizers and other similar equipment. Pictured at right are diagrams of typical installations.

Draining Heat Exchanger

Draining Unit Heater

FLOAT AND THERMOSTATIC RECOMMENDATIONS

STERLCO F&T TRAPS ARE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY
FOR MAXIMUM CONDENSATE REMOVAL AT SIX
DIFFERENT PRESSURE RATINGS
Heating Service
3/4" through 2" NPT - Vacuum to 15 psi
3/4" FT-69-15
3/4" FT-3-15
1" FT-4-15
1" FT-74-15
1 1/4" FT-75-15
1 1/2" FT-78-15
2" FT-80-15

FT-57-75

Industrial Service
3/4", 1" NPT - to 30 psi
3/4" FT-3-30
1" FT-4-30

Industrial Service
3/4", 1", 1 1/4" NPT - to 75 psi

FT-88-15

3/4" FT-56-75
3/4" FT-3-75
1" FT-4-75
1" FT-57-75
1 1/4" FT-58-75

Industrial Service
3/4", 1", 1 1/4" NPT - to 125 psi
3/4" FT-86-125
1" FT-87-125
1 1/4" FT-88-125

FT-78-15

Industrial Service
3/4", 1" NPT - to 150 psi
3/4" FT-3-150
1" FT-4-150

Industrial Service
3/4", 1" NPT - to 175 psi
3/4" FT-3-175
1" FT-4-175

FT-4-175

FLOAT AND THERMOSTATIC CAPACITIES

DISCHARGE CAPACITIES - SHEMA RATINGS TO 15 PSI
Model Number
FT-69-15
FT-3-15
FT-74-15
FT-4-15
FT-75-15
FT-78-15
FT-80-15

Size

3/4
3/4
1
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2

1/4 lb. 1/2 lb.

70
70
175
175
425
850
1775

Pressure Differential, PSI

1 lb.

2 lb.

5 lb.

10 lb.

15 lb.

140
140
350
350
850
1700
3550

200
200
500
500
1200
2400
5000

210
210
525
525
1260
2520
5250

220
220
550
550
1320
2640
5500

230
230
575
575
1380
2760
5750

Capacities in lbs. of Condensate per hour

100
100
250
250
600
1200
2500

Note: Capacity ratings shown here are based on the code established by the Steam
Heating Equipment Manufacturers Association (SHEMA).

DISCHARGE CAPACITIES - ACTUAL RATINGS TO 175 PSI

Model Number
FT-69-15
FT-3-15
FT-4-15
FT-74-15
FT-75-15
FT-78-15
FT-80-15
FT-3-30
FT-4-30
FT-3-75
FT-4-75
FT-56-75
FT-57-75
FT-58-75
FT-86-125
FT-87-125
FT-88-125
FT-3-150
FT-4-150
FT-3-175
FT-4-175

Size

3/4
3/4
1
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2
3/4
1
3/4
1
3/4
1
1 1/4
3/4
1
1 1/4
3/4
1
3/4
1

1/2

10

400
525
525
750
1800
3600
7500
300
300
155
155
175
175
185
110
110
180
80
80
60
60

560
700
700
1050
2550
5100
9180
410
410
215
215
240
240
255
150
150
250
115
115
80
80

800
975
975
1500
3600
7200
15000
580
580
300
300
340
340
375
200
200
320
150
150
110
110

840
1370
1370
1575
3780
7560
15750
1050
1050
515
515
440
440
730
255
255
430
230
230
175
175

880
1870
1870
1650
3960
7920
16500
1410
1410
680
680
770
770
880
375
375
680
310
310
250
250

Pressure Differential, PSI

15

20

30

50

60

75

100

125

150

175

1830
1830
960
960
1085
1085
1520
480
480
950
450
450
340
340

2130
2130
1140
1140
1290
1290
1880
565
565
1250
540
540
410
410

1410
1410
2005
2005
2980
690
690
1590
640
640
520
520

1540
1540
2235
2235
2700
760
760
1760
740
740
560
560

1676
1676
2350
2350
2980
1265
1265
1935
820
820
610
610

1445
1445
2205
930
930
695
695

1600
1600
2445
1050
1050
765
765

1130
1130
820
820

870
870

Capacities in lbs. of Condensate per hour

920
2225
2225
1725
4140
8280
17250
1620
1620
840
840
825
825
1280
450
450
725
390
390
300
300

Note: Capacities listed are actual ratings. To provide for peak loads such as warming up periods, a frequently used safety factor is twice the hourly condensing rate.

FLOAT AND THERMOSTATIC DIMENSIONS AND FEATURES

DIMENSIONS - INCHES
Model
Number

FT-69-15
FT-74-15
FT-75-15
FT-78-15
FT-80-15
FT-56-75
FT-57-75
FT-58-75

FT-86-125
FT-87-125
FT-88-125
FT-3FT-4-

Approx.
Wt. Lbs.

Inlet

6
14.5
17.5
27
41

3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2

14.5

13.5
15.5
13.5
14.5
15.5
9
9

3/4

1 1/4
3/4
1
1 1/4
3/4
1

Outlet

3/4
1
1 1/4
1 1/2
2

4 3/4
8 1/4
9 5/8
11 1/2
15 1/2

5 3/8
6 3/4
6 3/4
6 3/4
9 3/4

3 3/8
5
6
6 1/2
8 1/2

5
5
5
7 1/4

1 3/4
3 3/8
3 3/8
3 3/8
4 1/8

1 5/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 5/8

1 1/8
1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
3 1/4

1 1/8
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
3 5/8

3/8
3/8
3/8

8 1/4

6 3/4

3 3/8

1 1/4

1 1/4

2 1/4

3/8

3/4

1 1/4
3/4
1
1 1/4
3/4
1

8 1/4
8 1/4
8 1/4
8 1/4
8 1/4
6
6

6 3/4
6 3/4
6 3/4
6 3/4
6 3/4
6 5/8
6 5/8

3 3/8

5
5
5
4 1/8
4 1/8

1 1/4

3 3/8

5
5
5

1 1/4

1 1/4

3 3/8
3 3/8
3 3/8
3 1/8
3 1/8

1 1/4

1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
2 5/8
2 5/8

1 1/4
1 1/4
1 1/4
3 7/8
3 7/8

2 1/4

3/8

2 1/4

3/8

2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4
2 1/4

3/8
3/8
3/8

TIME-TESTED DESIGN AND QUALITY

MATERIALS FOR LONGER SERVICE LIFE
Cover

Float

Head

Body

Thermostat

Drain
Plug

Float Valve
Gasket
Head

Model FT-3, FT-4

Cover

Gasket

Thermostat

Body

Thermostat
Seat

Float

Needle
Gasket

Body

Float Seat

Head

Model FT-69
Cover

Thermostat
Thermostat
Seat
Float Drain
Plug

Float
Valve

Float Seat

Model FT-74, 75, 78,

56, 57, 58, 86, 87, 88

INVERTED BUCKET (HORIZONTAL) OPERATING FUNDAMENTALS

TYPICAL DESIGN AND MATERIALS

This schematic presents materials commonly used in various

components of Sterlco Inverted Bucket Steam Traps. Information regarding materials in specific models is available
upon request. All Inverted Bucket Steam Traps are constructed of cast iron with screwed connections.
Cast Iron Cover
ASTM A278 CL30
Inlet
1/2" or 3/4" NPT

4 Cover Bolts
Grade 5

Cover Gasket
Non-Asbestos

Outlet
1/2" or 3/4" NPT

Cast Iron Body

ASTM A278 CL30

All traps offer the economy of renewable seats, either

screwed or pressed, greatly extending trap service life.

Guide Tube: Many models employ bucket guide tubes.

Guide tubes assure precise parts alignment for improved
operation. Buckets do not hit trap bodies, reducing wear.
Condensate is directed to the bottom of the trap reducing
water hammer damage.

OPTIONS

Guide Tube Assembly

Tube: 304 SS
Screen: SS
Retainer: SS

Valve Assembly
Seat: 420 SS
Disc: 420 SS
Lever: 302 SS
Disc Lock: 304 SS
Clevis: 302 SS

Strainer
SS Screen

Bucket Assembly
Shell: 304 SS
Tube: 304 SS
Clevis: 302 SS

Model 819

STERLCO RENEWABLE SEATS

Air Eliminator: Effective trap operation is assured by

using air eliminators to expel non-condensing gases that
can build up inside the bucket.
Integral Strainer: Condensate is directed to the bottom
of the trap and any dirt or scale in suspension will be
trapped beneath the strainer screen. Periodic cleaning
is accomplished by simply removing the drain plug and
allowing sediment to drain from the trap.

Drain Plug
1/2" NPT

APPLICATIONS

Sterlco Inverted Bucket Steam Traps are commonly used

wherever complete and rapid removal of condensate is
essential. Specific uses include installation on steam
systems serving autoclaves, steam mains, desuperheaters,
stills, water heaters, sterilizers, cylinder or drum dryers and
many other steam systems. Models for air systems are
available also. Advanced steam trap designs can include
optional items such as the integral strainer and air eliminator .

Series 60: Pressures to 250 PSI

DESIGN FEATURES

Duo-Step Leverage: By using a relatively short trap lever

with two fulcrum points, more power is developed to open
the trap valve. This allows greater trap capacity without
increasing trap size.

Series 21 thru 25:

Pressures to 250 PSI

Series 19: Pressures to 200 PSI

INVERTED BUCKET TRAP CAPACITIES

HORIZONTAL CAST IRON
Weight
Model
Model Sizes
Number
(Lbs.)
60DR

1/2 - 3/4

5.0

119

1/2 - 3/4

5.0

121

1/2 - 3/4

10.0

122

3/4 - 1

13.8

123

1 - 1 1/4

30.5

124

1 1/4 - 1 1/2

43.0

125

1 1/2 - 2

75.0

5
1/4
850
1/4
850
5/16
1520
3/8
2720
5/8
5100
3/4
7200
1 1/16
21000

Continuous Discharge Capacities in Lbs. Per Hour at Indicated Pressure

Orifice Diameters are Shown at the Maximum Operating Pressure for Each Trap
15
1/4
1060
1/4
1060
5/16
2200
3/8
4000
5/8
8300
3/4
11000
1 1/16
34300

20
13/64
1100
1/4
1200
5/16
2600
3/8
4500
5/8
9800
3/4
13000
1 1/16
40300

HORIZONTAL CAST IRON WITH STRAINER

62DRS

1/2 - 3/4

5.0

819

1/2 - 3/4

6.0

821

1/2 - 3/4

10.0

822

3/4 - 1

13.8

823

1 - 1 1/4

30.5

1/4
850
1/4
850
5/16
1520
3/8
2720
5/8
5100

1/4
1060
1/4
1060
5/16
2200
3/8
4000
5/8
8300

13/64
1100
1/4
1200
5/16
2600
3/8
4500
5/8
9800

30
13/64
1400
5/32
710
7/32
2570
9/32
3000
13/32
6500
9/16
10700
3/4
29300

50
5/32
1100
5/32
900
7/32
2490
9/32
3700
13/32
8100
9/16
13500
3/4
37400

80
5/32
1330
1/8
860
3/16
2170
1/4
4300
13/32
10400
7/16
12700
5/8
23000

125
1/8
1050
3/32
680
5/32
2060
7/32
4090
3/8
10500
13/32
11500
1/2
19100

150
7/64
900
3/32
710
5/32
2220
7/32
4400
5/16
8500
13/32
12500
1/2
20500

200
7/64
980
5/64
580
9/64
1920
13/64
3700
1/4
6800
3/8
14000
13/32
16800

13/64
1400
5/32
710
7/32
2570
9/32
3000
13/32
6500

5/32
1100
5/32
900
7/32
2490
9/32
3700
13/32
8100

5/32
1330
1/8
860
3/16
2170
1/4
4300
13/32
10400

1/8
1050
3/32
680
5/32
2060
7/32
4090
3/8
10500

7/64
900
3/32
710
5/32
2220
7/32
4400
5/16
8500

7/64
980
5/64
580
9/64
1920
13/64
3700
1/4
6800

HORIZONTAL CAST IRON

Model
Number

Model Sizes

Max. PSI and

Temp. (F)

Capacity
Range

60DR

1/2 - 3/4

250/450

825/1400

121

1/2 - 3/4

250/450

600/2680

119

122
123
124
125

1/2 - 3/4
3/4 - 1

1 - 1 1/4

1 1/4 - 1 1/2
1 1/2 - 2

200/450
250/450

390/1650
1220/4800

250/450

2250/10500

250/450

9200/40300

250/450

3240/14000

HORIZONTAL CAST IRON WITH STRAINER

Standard Performance Features

Integral
Strainer

Air Elim.

821

1/2 - 3/4

250/450

600/2680

822
823

3/4 - 1

1 - 1 1/4

250/450
250/450

1220/4800

2250/10500

Option

Seat
Pressed

825/1400
390/1650

1/8
1480
11/64
3600
1/4
7800

Renewable
Screwed

250/450
200/450

3/32
825

All S/S
Internals

1/2 - 3/4
1/2 - 3/4

1/8
1480
11/64
3600
1/4
7800
5/16
11500
3/8
13750

S/S Valve
and Seat

62DRS
819

250
3/32
825

10

INVERTED BUCKET TRAP DIMENSIONS AND FEATURES

MODEL 119 - WITHOUT STRAINER

MODEL 819 - WITH STRAINER

MODEL 60DR - WITHOUT STRAINER

MODEL 60DRS - WITH STRAINER

100 SERIES - WITHOUT STRAINER

800 SERIES - WITH STRAINER
Model

121 and 821 1/2 or 3/4

122 and 822
3/4 or 1
123 and 823 1 or 1 1/4
124
1 1/4 or 1 1/2
125
1 1/2 or 2

7.25
8.75
12.50
14.95
17.40

11

5.00
5.50
7.38
8.25
9.75

3.00
3.75
4.75
5.50
7.00

0.97
0.91
2.25
2.38
3.13

INVERTED BUCKET SIZING INFORMATION

EXAMPLE

GUIDES TO SELECTING THE PROPER STEAM TRAP SIZE

Condensate to be Handled: 900 lbs. per hour

1. Determine the amount of steam condensate (per hour) to

be handled by the trap. This information can usually be supplied
by the equipment manufacturer, or the condensate amount can
be determined by weighing it. Step-by-step formulas for calculating hourly condensate amounts are available upon request.

Type of Equipment: Steam Mains

Equipment Factor: Multiply by 4

Factored Condensate: 3600 lbs. per hour

2. Determine the differential pressure. This is the supply pressure or maximum steam operating pressure, less any back pressure in the return main. If discharged into a vacuum, the amount
of vacuum would be added to the operating pressure. (Note the
various Differential Pressures listed in the DIMENSIONS & DISCHARGE CAPACITIES TABLE)

TABLE OF FACTORS

Autoclaves
Blast Coils
Dry Cans
Dryers
Dry Kilns
Fan System Heating Service
Greenhouse Coils
Hospital Equipment
Water Heaters
Kitchen Equipment
Paper Machines
Piple Coils (still air)
Platen Presses
Purifiers
Separators
Steam J. Kettles
Steam Mains
Submerged Surfaces
Tracer Lines
Unit Heaters

3. Determine the trap capacity factor. A steam traps listed

continuous discharge capacity indicates the pounds per hour of
condensate that can be discharged by a trap when the trap valve
is wide open. For all the bucket trap models described in this
catalog section, continuous capacities are presented in the
DISCHARGE CAPACITIES TABLE provided.
However, to select the correct size trap for a specific application,
it is important to know that steam traps do not operate continuously in the wide open valve position. To compensate for this, a
variable factoring number must be applied.

For example, if you have determined that your equipment will discharge condensate at 900 pounds per hour, this 900 figure must
be multiplied by a factor of 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6, depending on the type
of equipment being trapped. The Table of Factors presented here
provides the proper factoring information.
Minimum
Operating
Pressure
(lbs.)
1/10
1/4
1/2
1
2
3
4
5
10
15
20
25
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
275
300
400
500
600
700

Minimum
Operating
Pressure
90 100 125 150 200 225 250 300 400 500 600 700
(lbs.)

Maximum Operating Pressure

5

.14
.22
.32
.45
.63
.78
.89
1.00

10

.10
.16
.22
.32
.45
.55
.64
.71
1.00

15 20

.09
.14
.19
.26
.36
.45
.52
.58
.82
1.00

.08
.12
.17
.23
.33
.40
.46
.52
.72
.85
1.00

30

.07
.10
.14
.19
.27
.33
.38
.43
.61
.73
.83
.91
1.00

40

.06
.09
.12
.17
.23
.29
.33
.37
.52
.62
.73
.80
.88
1.00

50

.05
.08
.11
.15
.20
.27
.30
.34
.48
.59
.66
.73
.79
.90
1.00

60

.05
.07
.10
.14
.19
.24
.27
.31
.44
.56
.61
.69
.75
.84
.93
1.00

70

.05
.07
.09
.13
.18
.23
.26
.29
.41
.51
.58
.65
.70
.80
.89
.93
1.00

80

.04
.07
.09
.12
.17
.21
.24
.27
.39
.48
.55
.61
.66
.76
.84
.88
.94
1.00

.04
.06
.08
.11
.16
.20
.23
.26
.37
.45
.51
.55
.60
.69
.78
.83
.89
.95
1.00

.04
.06
.08
.11
.16
.19
.23
.25
.36
.43
.49
.53
.59
.67
.75
.80
.85
.91
.95
1.00

.04
.06
.07
.10
.15
.18
.20
.23
.32
.39
.44
.47
.54
.61
.68
.73
.78
.82
.87
.91
1.00

.04
.05
.07
.10
.13
.16
.19
.21
.30
.36
.42
.46
.50
.57
.63
.68
.73
.75
.81
.85
.93
1.00

.03
.05
.06
.09
.12
.15
.17
.19
.27
.32
.36
.40
.45
.50
.56
.60
.64
.68
.71
.75
.83
.89
.94
1.00

.03
.04
.06
.08
.11
.14
.16
.18
.26
.30
.34
.38
.42
.48
.53
.57
.61
.66
.68
.73
.80
.86
.92
.96
1.00

12

.03
.04
.05
.08
.11
.13
.15
.18
.25
.29
.33
.37
.41
.46
.51
.55
.59
.63
.66
.70
.75
.80
.87
.90
.97
1.00

.03
.04
.05
.08
.11
.13
.15
.16
.23
.27
.31
.34
.38
.43
.48
.52
.55
.59
.61
.64
.71
.75
.81
.85
.90
.93
.96
1.00

.14
.20
.24
.27
.30
.33
.37
.42
.45
.48
.51
.53
.56
.62
.65
.70
.74
.78
.81
.84
.87
1.00

.12
.18
.21
.24
.27
.30
.34
.37
.41
.43
.46
.48
.50
.55
.59
.63
.66
.70
.73
.75
.78
.90
1.00

.11
.16
.19
.22
.24
.27
.31
.34
.37
.39
.42
.43
.45
.50
.53
.58
.60
.64
.66
.68
.71
.82
.92
1.00

.10
.15
.18
.20
.22
.25
.28
.32
.34
.36
.39
.40
.42
.47
.50
.53
.56
.59
.61
.63
.66
.76
.85
.93
1.00

1/10
1/4
1/2
1
2
3
4
5
10
15
20
25
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
275
300
400
500
600
700

3-4
3-4
2-3
3-4
3-4
3-4
3-4
2-3
4-6
2-3
3-4
3-4
2-3
3-4
3-4
4-5
3-4
5-6
2-3
3-4

DETERMINING TRAP
CAPACITY AT REDUCED
PRESSURES

Problem What is the rating of

a Model 122 suitable for 200
lbs. operating pressure - when
operating at 70 lbs. pressure?

Solution Rating of a Model

122 at 200 lbs. operating
pressure is 3700 lbs. per hour.
Referring to the Reduced
Capacity Table provided here,
locate the 200 lbs. column
and move down to the figure
opposite the 70 lbs. line where you locate the .64
factor. Using this .64 factor
(3700 x .64), the Model 122
rating at the reduced pressure
of 70 lbs. is 2368.

INVERTED BUCKET (VERTICAL) - OPERATING FUNDAMENTALS

TYPICAL DESIGN AND MATERIALS

This schematic presents materials commonly used in various

components of Sterlco Inverted Bucket Steam Traps. Information regarding materials in specific models is available
upon request. All Inverted Bucket Steam Traps are constructed of cast iron with screwed connections.

STERLCO RENEWABLE SEATS

All traps offer the economy of renewable seats, either

screwed or pressed, greatly extending trap service life.

Guide Tube: Many models employ bucket guide tubes.

Guide tubes assure precise parts alignment for improved
operation. Buckets do not hit trap bodies, reducing wear.
Condensate is directed to the bottom of the trap reducing water hammer damage.

OPTIONS

Air Eliminator: Effective trap operation is assured by

using air eliminators to expel non-condensing gases that
can build up inside the bucket.

Cast Iron Cover

ASTM A278 CL30

Cover Gasket
Non-Asbestos

Valve Assembly
Seat: 420 SS
Disc: 420 SS
Lever: 302 SS
Disc Lock: 304 SS
Clevis: 302 SS

Cover Bolt
Gr. 5 Steel
Cast Iron Body
ASTM A278 CL30

Bucket Assembly
Shell: 304 SS
Tube: 304 SS
Clevis: 302 SS

Integral Strainer: Condensate is directed to the bottom

of the trap and any dirt or scale in suspension will be
trapped beneath the strainer screen. Periodic cleaning
is accomplished by simply removing the drain plug and
allowing sediment to drain from the trap.

Model 621 and 624

APPLICATIONS

Sterlco Inverted Bucket Steam Traps are commonly used

wherever complete and rapid removal of condensate is
essential. Specific uses include installation on steam
systems serving autoclaves, steam mains, desuperheaters,
stills, water heaters, sterilizers, cylinder or drum dryers and
many other steam systems. Models for air systems are
available also. Advanced steam trap designs can include
optional items such as the integral strainer and air eliminator.

Model 6DR

DESIGN FEATURES

Duo-Step Leverage: By using a relatively short trap lever

with two fulcrum points, more power is developed to open
the trap valve. This allows greater trap capacity without
increasing trap size.

Model 624

13

Model 621

INVERTED BUCKET (VERTICAL) - DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES

Model 621 and 624

Model 622, 623, 625

Model 6DR

DIMENSIONS AND DISCHARGE CAPACITIES

Model

Continuous Discharge Capacities in Lbs. Per Hr. at Indicated Pressure

Orifice Diameters are Shown at the Maximum Operating Pressure for Each Trap
C

Weight

6DR

1/2 or 3/4

5.375

3.875

N/A

621

1/2 or 3/4

6.75

5.00

1.06

11 lbs.

622

3/4 or 1

8.75

5.50

1.19

15 lbs.

1 1/4 or 1 1/2 12.13

8.19

1.25

45 lbs.

623
624
625

1 or 1 1/4

12.50

1 1/2 or 2

17.40

7.38
9.75

1.25
2.35

6 lbs.

32 lbs.
77 lbs.

5
15
20
30
50
80
1/4
1/4
13/64 13/64
5/32
5/32
850
1060
1100
1400
1100
1330
5/16
5/16
5/16
7/32
7/32
3/16
1520
2200
2600
2570
2490
2170
3/8
3/8
3/8
9/32
9/32
1/4
2720
4000
4500
3000
3700
4300
5/8
5/8
5/8
13/32 13/32 13/32
5100
8300
9800
6500
8100 10,400
3/4
3/4
3/4
9/16
9/16
7/16
7200 11,000 13,000 10,700 13,500 12,700
1 1/16 1 1/16 1 1/16
3/4
3/4
5/8
21,000 34,300 40,300 29,300 37,400 23,000

14

125
1/8
1050
5/32
2060
7/32
4090
3/8
10,500
13/32
11,500
1/2
19,100

150
7/64
900
5/32
2220
7/32
4400
5/16
8500
13/32
12,500
1/2
20,500

200
7/64
980
9/64
1920
13/64
3700
1/4
6800
3/8
14,000
13/32
16,800

250
3/32
825
1/8
1480
11/64
3600
1/4
7800
5/16
11,500
3/8
13,750

APPLICATION GUIDE
APPLICATION

RECOMMENDED

ALTERNATE

APPLICATION

RECOMMENDED

ALTERNATE

Absorption Chillers

Float & Therm.

Bucket

Float & Therm.

Bucket

Mains:
Low Pressure
High Pressure
Overhead

Float & Therm.

Bucket
Bucket

Bucket
-

Float & Therm.

Paper Dryers

Bucket

Thermostatic

Air Handling Coils

(High and Low Pressure)
Air Heaters, Process
Air Heating Coils
Boiling Pans

Chamber Dryers, Process

Coffee Urns

Convectors, Fin Tube

Cookers

Cylinder Dryers
Drum Dryers
Dry Cans

Evaporators

Food Processing Equip.

Evaporators
Kettles, Jacketed
Kettles, Open
C.I.P. Systems
Fuel Oil Preheaters
Greenhouse Coils
Headers - Steam
Heater, Water
Heating Coils

Heat Exchangers
Humidifiers

Laundry Equipment
Tumblers
Solvent Recoverers

Float & Therm.

Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.
Thermostatic
Thermostatic
Bucket
Bucket
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Bucket

Oil Preheaters

Thermostatic

Pipe Coils

Bucket

Platen Press

Bucket

Plating Tanks

Preheating Tanks

Re-Boilers

Risers

Rotary Dryers

Separators, Steam

Bucket

Slashers

Sterilizers

Float & Therm.

Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.

Bucket
Bucket
Bucket
Bucket

Thermostatic

Submerged Coils

Bucket

Tire Molds

Bucket

Tumblers

Bucket
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Thermostatic

Float & Therm.

Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.

Shell & Tube Exchangers

Storage Tank Coils

Storage Water heaters

Tank Car Coils

Tracer Lines

Bucket

Unit Heaters, Overhead

Vulcanizers

Bucket
Bucket

15

Thermostatic
Thermostatic
Bucket

Thermostatic
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Bucket
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Bucket
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Float & Therm.
Float & Therm.
Thermostatic
Thermostatic
Bucket

Thermostatic
Bucket

Float & Therm.

Bucket

Thermostatic
Bucket
-

Bucket
-

Thermostatic
Bucket
Bucket
Bucket
-

Bucket
-

ENGINEERING DATA
WARM-UP LOAD IN POUNDS OF STEAM PER 100 FEET OF STEAM MAIN*
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 70F
Steam
Pressure
0
5
10
20
40
60
80
100
125
150
175
200
250
300
400
500
600

2"

6.3
6.9
7.5
8.4
9.9
11.0
12.0
12.8
13.7
14.5
15.3
16.0
17.2
25.0
27.8
30.2
32.7

2 1/2"
9.7
11.0
11.8
13.4
15.8
17.5
19.0
20.3
21.7
23.0
24.2
25.3
27.3
38.3
42.6
46.3
50.1

3"

12.8
14.4
15.5
17.5
20.6
22.9
24.9
26.6
28.4
30.0
31.7
33.1
35.8
51.3
57.1
62.1
67.1

4"

18.2
20.4
22.0
24.9
29.3
32.5
35.3
37.8
40.4
42.8
45.1
47.1
50.8
74.8
83.2
90.5
97.9

5"

24.6
27.7
29.9
33.8
39.7
44.2
47.9
51.2
54.8
58.0
61.2
63.8
68.9
104.0
115.7
125.7
136.0

6"

31.9
35.9
38.8
43.9
51.6
57.3
62.1
66.5
71.1
75.2
79.4
82.8
89.4
142.7
158.7
172.6
186.6

Main Size

8"

48
48
58
68
78
86
93
100
107
113
119
125
134
217
241
262
284

10"
68
77
83
93
110
122
132
142
152
160
169
177
191
322
358
389
421

12"
90
101
109
124
145
162
175
188
200
212
224
234
252
443
493
535
579

14"
107
120
130
146
172
192
208
222
238
251
265
277
299
531
590
642
694

16"
140
157
169
191
225
250
271
290
310
328
347
362
290
682
759
825
893

18"

176
198
213
241
284
318
342
368
391
414
437
456
492
854
971
1033
1118

*Loads based on Schedule 40 pipe for pressures up to and including 250 psig and on Schedule 80- pipe for pressures above 250 psig.
**For outdoor temperature of 0F multiply load value in table for each main size by correction factor corresponding to steam pressure.

20"

207
233
251
284
334
372
403
431
461
487
514
537
579
1045
1163
1263
1367

24"

208
324
350
396
465
518
561
600
642
679
716
748
807
1182
1650
1793
1939

0F
Correction
Factor**
1.50
1.44
1.41
1.37
1.32
1.29
1.27
1.26
1.25
1.24
1.23
1.22
1.21
1.20
1.18
1.17
1.16

CONDENSATION LOAD IN POUNDS PER HOUR PER 100 FEET OF INSULATED STEAM MAIN*
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 70F - INSULATION 80% EFFICIENT
Steam
Pressure
10
30
60
100
125
175
250
300
400
500
600

2"
6
8
10
12
13
16
18
20
23
27
30

2 1/2"
7
9
12
15
16
19
22
25
28
33
37

3"
9
11
14
18
21
23
27
30
34
39
44

4"

5"

11
14
18
22
24
26
34
37
43
49
55

13
17
24
28
30
33
42
46
53
61
68

6"
16
20
27
33
36
38
50
54
63
73
82

Main Size

8"

20
26
33
41
45
53
62
68
80
91
103

10"
24
32
41
51
56
66
77
85
99
114
128

12"
29
38
49
61
66
78
92
101
118
135
152

14"
32
42
54
67
73
86
101
111
130
148
167

16"
36
48
62
77
84
98
116
126
148
170
191

18"
39
51
67
83
90
107
126
138
162
185
208

*Chart loads represent losses due to radiation and convection for saturated steam.
**For outdoor temperature of 0F multiply load value in table for each main size by correction factor corresponding to steam pressure.

STEAM LOSSES (LBS. PER DAY) THROUGH VARIOUS

SIZED ORIFICES AT INDICATED PRESSURES
Orifice
Size
1/16"
3/32"
1/8"
3/16"

Pressure (PSI)

50

100

125

150

200

250

155
350
620
1400

215
485
865
1950

260
585
1040
2330

346
780
1385
3110

380
860
1520
3420

415
935
1660
3730

475
1070
1900
4260

520
1170
2080
4660

2590

3890

5410

6480

8650

9500

10400 11800

13000

18600 20300 23200

24300 26500 30300

25400
33150

1660

3/8"

3740

7/16"
1/2"

30

100
230
415
930

1/4"

5/16"

10

5090
6640

2490
5600
7620
9950

3470
7800

4150
9350

10600 12700
13800 16500

5540
12470
16950
22100

6100

6650

7600

13700 14900 17100

8300

18700

16

20"
44
57
74
93
101
119
140
154
180
206
232

24"
53
68
89
111
121
142
168
184
216
246
277

0F
Correction
Factor**
1.58
1.50
1.45
1.41
1.39
1.38
1.36
1.35
1.35
1.32
1.31

PROPERTIES OF SATURATED STEAM

Gauge Temp.
Specific
Gauge Temp.
Specific
Heat in BTU/Lb.
Heat in BTU/Lb.
Pressure
Volume Cu. Pressure
Volume Cu.
F Sensible Latent Total
F
Sensible Latent Total Ft. per Lb.
PSIG
Ft. per Lb.
PSIG
25
20
15
10
5
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
105
110
115
120
125
130
140
145

134
162
179
192
203
212
215
219
222
224
227
230
232
233
237
239
244
248
252
256
259
262
265
268
271
274
277
279
282
284
286
289
291
293
295
298
300
307
312
316
320
324
328
331
335
338
341
344
347
350
353
356
361
363

102
129
147
160
171
180
183
187
190
192
195
198
200
201
205
207
212
216
220
224
227
230
233
236
239
243
246
248
251
253
256
258
260
262
264
267
271
277
282
286
290
294
298
302
305
309
312
316
319
322
325
328
333
336

1017
1001
990
982
976
970
968
966
964
962
960
959
957
956
954
953
949
947
944
941
939
937
934
933
930
929
927
925
923
922
920
918
917
915
914
912
909
906
901
898
895
891
889
886
883
880
878
875
873
871
868
866
861
859

1119
1130
1137
1142
1147
1150
1151
1153
1154
1154
1155
1157
1157
1157
1159
1160
1161
1163
1164
1165
1166
1167
1167
1169
1169
1172
1173
1173
1174
1175
1176
1176
1177
1177
1178
1179
1180
1183
1183
1184
1185
1185
1187
1188
1188
1189
1190
1191
1192
1193
1193
1194
1194
1195

142
73.9
51.3
39.4
31.8
26.8
25.2
23.5
22.3
21.4
20.1
19.4
18.7
18.4
17.1
16.5
15.3
14.3
13.4
12.6
11.9
11.3
10.8
10.3
9.85
9.46
9.10
8.75
8.42
8.08
7.82
7.57
7.31
7.14
6.94
6.68
6.27
5.84
5.49
5.18
4.91
4.67
4.44
4.24
4.05
3.89
3.74
3.59
3.46
3.34
3.23
3.12
2.92
2.84

150
155
160
165
170
175
180
185
190
195
200
205
210
215
220
225
230
235
240
245
250
255
260
265
270
275
280
285
290
295
300
305
310
315
320
325
330
335
340
345
350
355
360
365
370
375
380
385
390
395
400
450
500
550
600

366
368
371
373
375
377
380
382
384
386
388
390
392
394
396
397
399
401
403
404
406
408
409
411
413
414
416
417
418
420
421
423
425
426
427
429
430
432
433
434
435
437
438
440
441
442
443
445
446
447
448
460
470
479
489

339
341
344
346
34 8
351
353
355
358
360
362
364
366
368
370
372
374
376
378
380
382
383
385
387
389
391
392
394
395
397
398
400
402
404
405
407
408
410
411
413
414
416
417
419
420
421
422
424
425
427
428
439
453
464
475

17

857
855
853
851
849
847
845
843
841
839
837
836
834
832
830
828
827
825
823
822
820
819
817
815
814
812
811
809
808
806
805
803
802
800
799
797
796
794
793
791
790
789
788
786
785
784
783
781
780
778
777
766
751
740
728

1196
1196
1197
1197
1197
1198
1198
1198
1199
1199
1199
1200
1200
1200
1200
1200
1201
1201
1201
1202
1202
1202
1202
1202
1203
1203
1203
1203
1203
1203
1203
1203
1204
1204
1204
1204
1204
1204
1204
1204
1204
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1205
1204
1204
1203

2.74
2.68
2.60
2.54
2.47
2.41
2.34
2.29
2.24
2.19
2.14
2.09
2.05
2.00
1.96
1.92
1.89
1.85
1.81
1.78
1.75
1.72
1.69
1.66
1.63
1.60
1.57
1.55
1.53
1.49
1.47
1.45
1.43
1.41
1.38
1.36
1.34
1.33
1.31
1.29
1.28
1.26
1.24
1.22
1.20
1.19
1.18
1.16
1.14
1.13
1.12
1.00
.89
.82
.74

NOTES:

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Sterlclean De-Scaling
System and Fluid

Self Cleaning
Y Strainers

Boiler Feed Units

150-F Series Temperature

Control Valves

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