Steam Trap | Overview of Three Types Comparison

Dedicated design aimed at reducing steam energy loss | There is an astonishing difference in "energy efficiency" and "maintainability."

1. Differences in Operating Standards and Emission Types - Disk Type: Operates based on changes in pressure and flow rate. Discharges intermittently in one go, the most familiar type. - Float Type: Operates based on changes in drain water level. Discharges relatively continuously according to the water level. - TSK Bellows Type: Operates based on "temperature changes" of the fluid. Automatically adjusts for small continuous to periodic discharges according to the set temperature. 2. [Attention] Differences in Energy Loss (Energy Efficiency) - Disk Type / Float Type: Due to their structure, they tend to have issues with heat loss from live steam, discharge of flash steam, or discharging high-temperature drain too quickly, leading to sensible heat loss (energy loss). - TSK Bellows Type: Since it discharges drain according to the set temperature, it significantly reduces heat loss discarded to the outside. It also has major advantages in terms of lifespan and replacement cycle. 3. Differences in Maintainability - Disk Type / Float Type: In case of failure, it often requires "replacement of the entire unit" or "disassembly of piping," which can increase the workload and costs. - TSK Bellows Type: The piping remains as is; just open the upper cover and replace the internal parts. The body can be cleaned and reused, dramatically reducing maintenance costs and time.

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