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Spirax Sarco PC20 Pipeline Connector with Integral Strainer

The PC20 range of pipeline connectors are designed to give universal flow direction when used with swivel connector steam traps. The integral strainer screen provides protection for the selected steam trap where system conditions require.

Spirax Sarco PC20 Pipeline Connector with Integral Strainer

Description

The PC20 range of pipeline connectors are designed to give universal flow direction when used with the following swivel connector steam traps: UTD26, UTDM42, UTD52, UBP21, UBP32, UFT14, UFT32, UIB30 and UIB30H.

The integral strainer screen provides protection for the selected steam trap where system conditions require. There is an optional blowdown valve which can be used to periodically remove any pipeline debris.

The PC20 can also be supplied fitted with an integral Spiratec sensor to detect steam trap failures and reduce energy costs. These are designated IPC20 and IPC21. Full details are on TI-P128-17.

Standards

This product fully complies with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED).

Certification

This product is available with certification to EN 10204 2.2. Note: All certification/inspection requirements must be stated at the time of order placement.

Sizes and pipe connections

Condensate inlet/outlet DN15, 20 and 25 (1/2", 3/4" and 1"). Screwed BSP, NPT. Socket weld ends to ANSI B 16.11/BS 3799 Class 3000.

Optional extras

  • Integral blowdown valve.
  • Integral Spiratec sensor.

Materials

Spirax Sarco PC20 Pipeline Connector Construction

No.PartMaterialStandard
1BodyAustenitic stainless steelASTM A351 CF8
2Strainer screenAustenitic stainless steel (0.8 mm perforations)316L
3Strainer capAustenitic stainless steelAISI 303
4Cap gasketStainless steelBS 1449 304 S16
5Blowdown valveStainless steelASTM A582 A16
6Valve screwStainless steelASTM A276 431
7PlugSteelASTM A105

Kv values

SizeDN15DN20DN25For conversion:
Kv1.11.11.1Cv (UK) = Kv x 0.963
Cv (US) = Kv x 1.156

Operating range

Spirax Sarco PC20 Pressure Temperature Limits

The product must not be used in this region. *PMO Maximum operating pressure recommended for saturated steam service.

ParameterValue
Body design conditionsANSI/ASME Class 300 (PN50)
PMA Maximum allowable pressure50 bar g
TMA Maximum allowable temperature400°C
PMO Maximum operating pressure for saturated steam service32 bar g
TMO Maximum operating temperature400°C
Designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of76 bar g

Dimensions/weights (approximate) in mm and kg

Spirax Sarco PC20 Dimensions

SizeABCC*DWeight (kg)Weight* (kg)
1/2"81247595580.801.20
3/4"89247595640.901.30
1"992579100691.101.50

* C and Weight* are for PC20 with integral blowdown valve.*

Safety information, installation and maintenance

For full details see Installation and Maintenance Instructions (IM-P128-11) supplied with the product.

General information

There are two criteria which must be satisfied to ensure that the swivel connector trap will operate correctly and ensure effective condensate removal:

  1. The PC20 shall be installed with flow in the direction of the arrow. Flow can be horizontal (either direction), vertical or inclined.
  2. The connection face for the swivel connector steam trap must always be in the vertical plane unless stated on relevant steam trap Installation and Maintenance Instructions.

After installation it is recommended that the pipeline connector is insulated to minimise radiated heat losses and to protect personnel from burns risk. Note: Ensure that the discharge from the blowdown valve blows to a safe place. Detailed instructions regarding welding socket weld versions are provided with the product.

Disposal

The product is recyclable. No ecological hazard is anticipated with disposal of this product providing due care is taken.

How to order

Example: 1 off 1/2" Spirax Sarco PC20 pipeline connector with integral strainer in austenitic stainless steel socket weld to ANSI B 16.11 Class 3000.

Spare parts

The spare parts available are detailed below. No other parts are supplied as spares.

Available spares

  • Blowdown valve and gasket: 4, 5
  • Strainer screen and gasket: 2, 4

PC20

Spirax Sarco PC20 Spare Parts

*Items 3 and 6 are not available spares.

PC20 with blowdown valve

Spirax Sarco PC20 Spare Parts with Blowdown Valve

ItemA/F or mmThreadNm
332 A/FM28 x 1.5P170-190
532 A/FM28 x 1.5P170-190
619 A/F-45-50