Sizing steam condesate return pump
Sizing steam condesate return pump
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I have a heat exchanger which condenses steam at the rate of 300 kg/hr.What should be the flow rate for the condesate pump?Should it be also 300 kg/hr or higher with some margin.Some one advised me it should be twice ie 600 kg/hr due to higher condesation rate during startup





RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump
RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump
RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump
RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump
Electric motor driven condensate pumps are often a good choice, but the pressure powered pumps have their applications as well. The selection depends upon a lot of local factors. The Spirax rep should be able to identify the suitable options for this particular installation.
RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump
I agree with Quark; an Ogden pump (if there are several equipments to be connected) or a pumping trap (if there is only one) may be used. A pumping trap is pricey but has a lot of advantages and compared to the total price (trap + ogden pump) should be cheaper.
Air heaters for HVAC are a typical case for Ogden pumps or pumping traps due to the stalling problems.
Kind regards
RE: Sizing steam condesate return pump