Watson McDaniel Steam Design Guide

Pump & Trap Combinations PMPT & WPT

What is a Pump-Trap? A Pump-Trap is a float-operated steam trap that works in conjunction with a steam powered condensate return pump (Pressure Motive Pump). It is used when system conditions prevent a steam trap from effectively discharging condensate due to excessive back-pressure, or when it is desirable to operate a heat exchanger in vacuum.

Vent

Motive Steam Inlet

Pump with Internal Steam Trap

Pump Mechanism (Includes Steam Trap)

Pump body and Steam Trap are one single integral unit.

Steam Trap

FLOW (Discharge)

Outlet Check Valve

FLOW (Inlet)

Inlet Check Valve

The PMPT pressure motive pump has an internal steam trap. The compact design makes it a suitable choice for most applications. Pump with Internal Steam Trap (PMPT)

The WPT is a stand-alone pump unit with a separate steam trap mounted on a common base. It is used when capacity requirements exceed that of the PMPT model. Pump with External Steam Trap (WPT)

Pump

Pump body and Steam Trap are separate but mounted on a common base.

Steam Trap

Outlet Check Valve

Inlet Check Valve

Outlet Check Valve

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