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Automatic thermostatic control for a steam trap radiator

US4191327A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 10, 1977
Grant dateMar 4, 1980
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 10, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF24D19/1003
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An auxiliary heating element acts on a steam trap connected to the return outlet of a radiator. A check valve placed between the trap and the radiator prevents dissipation of the steam generated by the auxiliary heating element into the radiator. A thermostat provides automatic control over the operation of the heating element and the radiator.

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