An under-designed steam trap will___________________?

Correct answer: C. Back up condensate and cause water hammer in steam line

  • A. Waste steam
  • B. Destroy itself of acceleration wear due to rapid recycling
  • C. Back up condensate and cause water hammer in steam line
  • D. None of these

Explanation

An undersized steam trap cannot discharge condensate at the required rate, so condensate accumulates in the line. This backing-up can produce water hammer and interfere with steam flow.

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