STEAM TRAP & STRAINER
Proper steam hose station installations require both a steam trap and a strainer upstream of the mixing station. The steam trap removes condensate from the steam supply line — preventing water hammer and protecting the mixing valve. The strainer catches scale, pipe debris, and particulates that would otherwise damage the station's internal valve seats and seats.
WHY BOTH ARE REQUIRED
Steam Trap
Steam lines accumulate condensate (liquid water) as steam cools in the pipe. Without a trap, that condensate enters the mixing station at high velocity — causing water hammer, valve damage, and erratic temperature control. The steam trap automatically discharges condensate while holding live steam.
Y-Strainer
New steam and water piping contains mill scale, pipe dope, and debris that will lodge in mixing valve seats on first startup. A Y-strainer upstream of the station catches this material before it reaches the valve — preventing immediate damage and extending station service life.
STEAM TRAP — FEATURES
- Model ST8000-SS — ¾" disc type steam trap
- Includes internal strainer — two functions in one unit
- Automatically discharges condensate from steam lines
- Prevents steam loss — passes condensate only
- Protects downstream equipment from water hammer
- Required for proper steam hose station operation
- Stainless steel construction
- Standard ¾" NPT connections for easy installation
Y-STRAINER — FEATURES
- Model SS8000-SS — ¾" Y-type strainer
- Removes scale, pipe debris, and particulates from supply lines
- Protects mixing station valves and seats from damage
- Y-pattern design for easy cleanout
- Stainless steel body and screen element
- Standard ¾" NPT connections
- Recommended for both steam and hot water supply lines
- Simple field-cleanable screen — no special tools required
SPECIFICATIONS
| Steam Trap Model | ST8000-SS |
| Steam Trap Type | ¾" disc type steam trap with internal strainer |
| Steam Trap Body | Stainless steel |
| Strainer Model | SS8000-SS |
| Strainer Type | ¾" Y-type strainer |
| Strainer Body | Stainless steel |
| Connections | ¾" standard NPT |
| Compatibility | All SuperKlean 8000 Series steam stations |
PART NUMBERS
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| ST8000-SS | ¾" disc type steam trap. Includes internal strainer. Stainless steel. |
| SS8000-SS | ¾" Y-type strainer. Stainless steel. |
COMPATIBLE STEAM STATIONS
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