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Series B0 Inverted Bucket Traps
The Series B0 Inverted Bucket Traps are designed for a
wide range of industrial applications including unit heaters,
laundry and process equipment and steam line drip traps.
These cast iron inverted bucket traps operate efficiently
for long periods of time to add solid energy savings by
lowering replacement and labor costs. They are fully
repairable for even bigger maintenance savings.
Typical Applications:
– Drip traps in steam lines
– Tracer lines
– Process equipment
– Steam cookers
– Steam kettles
– Steam heated vats
– Pressing machinery
– Unit heaters
– Commercial dishwashing
Features:
– Available in sizes 1/2" and 3/4" NPT
– Pressure ratings 20, 80, 125 and 150 psig
(1.4, 5.5, 8.6, and 10.3 bar)
– Removable covers for easy in-line service
– Stainless steel internal components
– Resistant to moderate water hammer
– Optional built-in strainer to reduce the number of
piping connections
– Maximum capacities to 690 lbs/hr (313 kg/hr)
– Maximum temperature 450ºF (232ºC)
– Maximum allowable pressure (vessel design)
250 psig (17.3 bar)
– Maximum operating pressure 150 psig (10.3 bar)
C
A
D
B
Materials of Construction
Part Specifications
Body and cover Cast Iron
Valve Pin and Seat Stainless Steel (Hardened)
Bucket Stainless Steel
Lever Assembly Stainless Steel
Strainer Stainless Steel
Cover Gasket Non-asbestos fiber
Cover Bolts Grade 8
1
/2 &
3
/4 5
1
/16 3
3
/4 6
3
/16 3
1
/2
(129) (95) (157) (89)
Dimensions in. (mm)
NPT
Size
A B (Dia.)C D
26
Hoffman Specialty
®
Steam Traps
Steam Traps
Series B
Inverted Bucket Steam Traps
®
The Series B inverted bucket traps are designed for a wide
range of industrial applications including steam mains,
laundry and dry cleaning plants, food processing and those
that require a lift in the discharge lines.