Choosing steam trap suppliers in UAE? A steam trap is an automatic valve that lets condensate and air out of a steam system while keeping live steam in. The wrong trap wastes fuel or floods your equipment with water. This page compares six companies on fyind.com across Dubai and Sharjah, shows which ones list steam traps, and covers the types, sizes, materials, pressure ratings, prices and real-world problems you should settle before you order.
Most steam trap problems come from wrong type, wrong size or missing accessories, not from the brand. A bakery or food plant in Sharjah, a hotel laundry in Dubai, a hospital sterilizer in Abu Dhabi and a processing plant in Jebel Ali all use steam, but each needs a different trap, a different capacity and a different installation. Each section below gives you the exact spec to ask your supplier for.
Steam gives up its heat and turns back into hot water (condensate). That water, plus trapped air, has to leave the pipe or the heating equipment, otherwise heat transfer drops and water hammer starts. A steam trap does that job automatically: it opens for condensate and air and shuts against live steam.
| Question | Plain Answer |
|---|---|
| What does it remove? | Condensate, air and other non-condensable gases |
| What does it keep in? | Live steam, so the energy is used in the process |
| What if it fails open? | Steam escapes to the condensate line or drain and fuel is wasted |
| What if it fails closed? | Condensate backs up, equipment heats poorly and water hammer can damage pipework |
| Where is it fitted? | Drip legs on steam mains, heat exchangers, autoclaves, steam jackets, tracing lines, dryers, calorifiers and process vessels |
The three main families work on different principles. Pick by the job, not by habit.
| Type | How It Works | Best For | Watch Out For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball float (float and thermostatic) | A float rises with condensate and opens the valve; a thermostatic element vents air | Heat exchangers, process vessels, steam coils, steady discharge of condensate as it forms | Float can be damaged by water hammer; needs the right pressure variant |
| Inverted bucket | A bucket floats on steam and sinks when condensate arrives, opening the valve | Drip legs and general process use with dirty or varying loads | Loses its water seal if steam is superheated; slower air venting |
| Thermodynamic (disc) | A disc is lifted by flash steam velocity and closes on steam, opens on condensate | Steam mains drip legs and tracing, high pressure, compact and light | Noisy, limited back pressure tolerance, may cycle in cold weather |
| Thermostatic (bimetallic or balanced pressure) | An element expands with temperature and shuts when steam arrives | Tracing, small drip legs, air venting, where some subcooling is acceptable | Slower response, condensate may back up before it opens |
The float moves with the condensate level, so the trap discharges as soon as condensate forms and vents air through the thermostatic element. This suits heat exchangers, steam coils and process vessels, such as in Sharjah food plants and Jebel Ali processing units. fyind.com lists ball float traps from Sunel Wala (flanged PN16 and NPT threaded), Spirax Sarco FT14 and FT43 from UAE Industrial Automation, and AIRMAX SBD float type traps from Aira Automation and Mark And Aira.
The bucket opens on condensate and shuts on steam, and the design copes well with intermittent loads and some dirt. A good fit for steam main drip legs in industrial areas across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Ask about superheat limits before choosing.
Small, light and strong at high pressure, with few moving parts. Fit for drip legs and steam tracing on plant sites. They tolerate limited back pressure, so check your condensate return pressure before ordering.
Bimetallic or balanced-pressure elements react to temperature. Useful for tracing and for venting air from steam spaces, and common on small lines in hotels, hospitals and laundries in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Heating a heat exchanger, coil or vessel where condensate must leave steadily? Choose a ball float (float and thermostatic) trap. Draining a steam main drip leg? A thermodynamic or inverted bucket trap is typical. Tracing or air venting? A thermostatic trap fits. Whatever the type, confirm the differential pressure, condensate capacity, connection, body material and pressure rating before ordering.
Before ordering a steam trap, check these details - they decide whether it discharges correctly, fits your pipework and gets approved on site.
| Specification | Confirmed Range / Options | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Trap Type | Ball float, inverted bucket, thermodynamic, thermostatic | Sets how it handles load, air and dirt |
| Size / Connection | ½-2 in flanged RF and ½-1 in NPT (Sunel Wala); DN20 threaded FT14 and DN40 flanged FT43 (UAE Industrial Automation); ½-2 in SBD (Aira Automation, Mark And Aira); screwed BSP/NPT, flanged and socket weld are common | Must match pipework and installation space |
| Temperature | 200°C shown in the Mark And Aira SBD listing; confirm the limit for every model | Must exceed saturated steam temperature at your pressure |
| Leakage | Bubble tight (AIRMAX SBD listings) | Tight shut-off limits steam loss when the trap is closed |
| Pressure Rating | PN16 listed (Sunel Wala); other ratings such as PN25 or ANSI 150/300 available on request | Must exceed maximum steam pressure and temperature |
| Differential Pressure | Inlet pressure minus back pressure; the Spirax Sarco FT14 range comes in pressure variants (the listing shows FT14-10) | The trap must open and close correctly at your actual pressure |
| Condensate Capacity | kg/h at your differential pressure, from the manufacturer chart | Too small floods equipment; too large wastes money |
| Body Material | Cast iron, SG iron, cast steel or stainless steel (confirm per product) | Pressure, temperature and corrosion life |
| Documents | Data sheet, capacity chart, EN 10204 3.1 material certificate, pressure test certificate | Consultant and plant approval |
Steam traps are pressure equipment, so material and rating matter as much as type. Values marked ~ are typical industry figures. Always follow the manufacturer data sheet.
| Body Material | Typical Use | Strength | Watch Out For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cast iron | Low-to-medium pressure process lines, PN16 class | Economical, good for steady loads | Brittle under thermal shock and water hammer |
| SG (ductile) iron | Medium pressure process and utilities | Tougher than grey iron | Confirm temperature limit on data sheet |
| Cast / carbon steel | Higher pressure and temperature, refineries and power | Higher pressure ratings | External corrosion in coastal air if uncoated |
| Stainless steel (304 / 316) | Food, pharma, corrosive or clean-steam duty | Good corrosion resistance | Higher cost |
Flanged (PN16 or ANSI 150) suits larger lines and easy removal. Threaded (BSP or NPT) suits small lines up to about 2 in. Socket weld or butt weld suits high pressure and leak-critical lines. Match the flange standard (EN 1092-1 or ASME B16.5) and the face-to-face length to the existing pipework.
Who sizes the trap? The plant engineer or the manufacturer chart, using three numbers. The supplier can help once you share them.
| Step | What to Work Out | Example (Illustrative) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Condensate load | kg/h of steam condensing in the equipment, including start-up load | A heat exchanger condensing ~120 kg/h |
| 2. Differential pressure | Steam pressure at the trap inlet minus back pressure in the condensate line | 6 bar g inlet - 1 bar g return = 5 bar differential |
| 3. Safety factor | Multiply the load by ~2-3 depending on application and manufacturer guidance | 120 x 2-3 = ~240-360 kg/h at 5 bar |
| 4. Pick the trap | Choose a trap whose capacity at 5 bar is at least the figure from step 3 | Check the capacity chart, not the nominal size |
Lifting condensate to a higher level, a long return line or flash steam in the return line all raise back pressure and reduce the differential pressure. A trap sized at full inlet pressure can then under-perform. Share the condensate return layout with your supplier.
Companies across Dubai and Sharjah, offering industrial steam traps (brands include Spirax Sarco, ARI and AIRMAX).
| Supplier | City | Steam Trap Listed | Brand / Model | Size | Connection / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC | Dubai (Deira) | Ball Float Steam Trap | SW FLOW CONTROLS | ½-2 in | PN16, flanged, RF |
| Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC | Dubai (Deira) | Ball Float Steam Trap, threaded | SW FLOW CONTROLS | ½-1 in | NPT threaded |
| UAE Industrial Automation | Sharjah | Spirax Sarco Ball Float Steam Trap | FT14-10 | DN20 | Threaded |
| UAE Industrial Automation | Sharjah | Spirax Sarco Steam Trap | FT43 | DN40 | Flange type |
| Al Bayader Ref & Heaters Devices Tr. LLC | Sharjah | ARI Cona Steam Trap | ARI Cona | Confirm with supplier | Flanged body shown in the listing photo |
| Mark And Aira Trading LLC | Dubai | Steam Trap Float Type Valve | AIRMAX SBD | ½-2 in | 200°C in the listing title; leakage: bubble tight |
| Aira Automation Valves Trading LLC | Dubai | Steam Trap Float Type Valve | AIRMAX SBD | ½-2 in | Leakage: bubble tight; listed as Manufacturers |
| Coral Laboratories & Chemicals Trading LLC | Dubai | Laboratory glass steam trap | Product code 2160 | 160 mm | Borosilicate glass - lab glassware, not a pipeline trap |
"Bubble tight" describes very tight shut-off. In a seat leakage test no bubbles appear, so no steam should pass when the trap is closed. It is a good sign, but ask which test standard and test medium the supplier used, and confirm the pressure and temperature at which it applies.
No. The 160 mm borosilicate glass item listed by Coral Laboratories is laboratory glassware for glass apparatus. It cannot be fitted to a steam main, heat exchanger or boiler line. For plant steam, choose from the cast or forged metal traps listed by the other suppliers.
Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC (SWBM) lists two ball float steam traps: a flanged PN16 version in ½-2 in and a threaded version in ½-1 in NPT. This range can cover both small screwed lines and larger flanged process lines, subject to the selected model's operating limits.
| Product | Model / Size | Key Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Ball Float Steam Trap (flanged) | ½-2 in | PN16, RF flange |
| Ball Float Steam Trap (threaded) | ½-1 in | NPT connection |
| Cast Iron Swing Check Valve | ½-12 in | Flanged, RF |
| Bronze Safety Valve | ½-2 in | NPT threaded, with or without lever |
| Mild Steel Pipe Nipple | ½-8 in, 50-300 mm | Standard |
| Stainless Steel 316 Olet / Reducing Bush | ½ in olet; ½ x ¼ in bush | CL3000 welded olet; CL150 BSPT bush |
According to SWBM's product data sheet for the DI Ball Float Steam Trap, Flanged (Ref. P-0093, Rev. 01), the specified pressure and temperature limits are:
| Parameter | Data Sheet Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum Allowable Pressure (PMA) | 16 barg |
| Maximum Allowable Temperature (TMA) | 250°C |
| Maximum Operating Pressure (PMO) | 13 barg |
| Maximum Differential Pressure (ΔPMX) | 4.5, 10 or 13 bar, depending on the orifice |
The differential pressure across the trap must not exceed the limit of the selected orifice.
The SWBM product data sheet specifies the following design, manufacturing, testing and material requirements for the flanged DI ball float steam trap:
Always follow the manufacturer's complete installation instructions and verify the pressure-temperature suitability of the selected model before commissioning.
Sunel Wala is a Dubai-based importer and stockist in the Deira hardware market. Buyers can enquire about stock availability, trap body material, capacity curves, pressure rating, connection type and material certificates before ordering. Indicative pricing: ball float steam trap approximately AED 600-4,500, depending on size, specification and rating; confirm the current quotation with the supplier.
Buyer Contact: +971 4 238 5652 | Website: View Profile
UAE Industrial Automation lists Pressure Transmitter, Differential Pressure Gauge and Flow Meter as main categories and two Spirax Sarco steam traps: the FT14-10 in DN20 threaded and the FT43 in DN40 flange type. The FT prefix is Spirax Sarco's float-thermostatic range. The DN40 flanged FT43 suits bigger condensate loads than the DN20 threaded FT14.
| Product | Brand / Model | Key Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Trap | Spirax Sarco FT43 | DN40, flange type |
| Steam Trap | Spirax Sarco BPT13SX | ½ in; brass-coloured body in the listing photo |
| Ball Float Steam Trap | Spirax Sarco FT14-10 | DN20, threaded |
| Zero Emission Bellows Valve | BI-LOK CVA 12VM EP | DN20, stainless steel |
| Pressure Transmitter / Differential Pressure Gauge | Category listed | For monitoring steam and condensate pressure |
| Flow Meter | Category listed | For metering steam or condensate |
| Time Relay | Siemens 3RP2513-1AW30 | 12-240 VAC, for control circuits |
UAE Industrial Automation is a Sharjah-based supplier. Buyers can ask about the pressure variant of each model, body material, the CE declaration, genuine-product documents, lead time and stock before ordering. Indicative pricing: FT14 ~AED 900-2,500+; flanged DN40 FT43 higher, quote on request.
Buyer Contact: 052-7909447 | Website: View Profile
Al Bayader Ref & Heaters Devices Tr. LLC lists the ARI CONA steam trap on FYIND under Steam Trap, with ARI identified as the brand and CONA as the model. The product listing shows a flanged steam trap. Buyers can contact this Sharjah supplier to confirm the exact CONA variant, connection size, pressure class and operating limits for their steam system. Its related ARI valve listings may also help buyers source steam pressure control and flow protection components from one supplier.
| Product | Brand / Model | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Trap | ARI CONA | Flanged configuration shown; exact variant, size and pressure rating to be confirmed |
| Pressure Reducing Valve | ARI STEVI range | Confirm the appropriate pressure-control valve and operating conditions |
| Pressure Regulating Controller | ARI STEVI range | Selection depends on the required steam pressure control arrangement |
| Check Valve | ARI FABA range | Check the specified model and pressure class for reverse-flow prevention |
| Oil Pump | Suntec AUV | Burner oil supply; exact model to be confirmed |
| Combustion Spray Nozzle | Delavan Standard | Confirm nozzle capacity and spray characteristics for the burner |
| Process Air Heater | Munters GPMP | Process air heating; confirm model and duty requirements |
The exact technical limits depend on the selected ARI CONA model and configuration. Before placing an order, request the manufacturer's data sheet and verify these parameters:
Al Bayader Ref & Heaters Devices Tr. LLC is listed as a supplier on FYIND, with its location identified as Sharjah, UAE. Buyers should request a quotation covering the exact ARI CONA model, nominal size, pressure class, operating limits, condensate capacity, material specifications, certification and delivery availability. Pricing is available on request; no verified current price is shown in the supplied listing.
Buyer Contact: +971 6 561 8131 | Website: View Supplier Profile
Mark & Aira Trading LLC lists the AIRMAX SBD float type steam trap in sizes from ½ to 2 inches. The product features a cast-iron body and bubble-tight leakage performance, with a specified operating temperature of 200°C and pressure of 10 kg/cm². It is designed for steam service; buyers should confirm the connection type and capacity for their installation.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / Model | AIRMAX SBD |
| Size Range | ½–2 in |
| Body Material | Cast iron |
| Pressure | 10 kg/cm² |
| Temperature | Up to 200°C |
| Leakage | Bubble tight |
| Operating Media | Steam |
Contact Mark & Aira Trading LLC to confirm the SBD steam trap's availability, connection details, condensate discharge capacity and applicable pressure-temperature limits before ordering.
Buyer Contact: +971 4 288 0242 | FYIND Profile: View Supplier Profile
Coral Laboratories & Chemicals Trading LLC supplies laboratory equipment and lists a 160 mm borosilicate glass steam trap (Product Code 2160) on FYIND. The listing identifies the product by its length and glass material, making it distinct from conventional metal steam traps used in industrial steam pipelines. Buyers can also enquire about laboratory ovens, steam boilers and mixing equipment, subject to the supplier's current catalogue and availability.
| Product | Model / Code | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Glass Steam Trap | 2160 | 160 mm length; borosilicate glass |
| Steam Boiler | Tin plate | 1–2.5 litres |
| Industrial Drying Oven | SH IDO 2250FH | 23 kW; 644 kg |
| Industrial Drying Oven | SH IDO 864FH | 9 kW; 333 kg |
| Industrial Drying Ovens | SH IDO 2250FG / 864FG | 18 kW / 570 kg and 7 kW / 295 kg, respectively |
| Overhead Stirrer | SH-OS-41D | 60-litre capacity; 100 W |
Coral Laboratories & Chemicals Trading LLC is listed on FYIND as a laboratory equipment supplier in Dubai. Contact the company to confirm current stock, technical details and quotations for the glass steam trap and other laboratory equipment.
Buyer Contact: +971 4 273 3907 | FYIND Profile: View Supplier Profile
A trap rarely works alone. A proper trap station protects it, isolates it and lets you test it. Here is what each part does and which listed supplier carries a related item.
| Component | Role | Listed By |
|---|---|---|
| Y strainer | Catches scale and dirt before they block the trap | Aira Automation Valves Trading LLC (Dubai), Y strainer 15-50 mm |
| Isolation valve | Lets you remove the trap for maintenance | Mark And Aira Trading LLC (Dubai), ball and globe valves |
| Steam trap | Discharges condensate and air | Sunel Wala (Dubai); UAE Industrial Automation (Sharjah); Al Bayader (Sharjah); Aira Automation and Mark And Aira (Dubai) |
| Check valve | Stops condensate flowing back into the trap | Mark And Aira Trading LLC (Dubai); Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC (Dubai); Al Bayader (Sharjah), ARI FABA |
| Pressure reducing valve | Sets the steam pressure feeding the equipment | Al Bayader Ref & Heaters Devices Tr. LLC (Sharjah), ARI Stevi |
| Pipe fittings | Nipples, unions, tees and bushes to connect the station | Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC (Dubai) |
| Pressure and flow instruments | Monitor pressure and measure steam or condensate | UAE Industrial Automation (Sharjah) |
Worn seats, dirt or the wrong trap type let live steam escape, wasting fuel; a single failed-open trap can lose tens of kilograms of steam an hour. Fix: test the trap, replace the seat or the trap, and fit a strainer upstream. Ask your supplier for a trap with the right pressure variant.
Condensate backs up and cuts heat transfer. Causes include an undersized trap, air binding or a blocked trap. Fix: size on condensate load and differential pressure, use a float and thermostatic trap that vents air, and clear the strainer.
Condensate gathers at low points and rushes along the pipe. Fix: fit drip legs with traps at low points, before control valves and every ~30-50 m on long runs, and slope pipes towards the trap.
New pipework often sheds weld spatter and rust. Fix: fit a Y strainer before the trap (Aira Automation lists Y strainers 15-50 mm in Dubai) and blow down the strainer after start-up.
Raised condensate lines, long returns or flash steam reduce differential pressure. Fix: share the return line layout with your supplier, and choose a trap type that tolerates your back pressure.
Salt-laden air in Dubai, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah attacks uncoated carbon steel and cast iron bodies. Fix: ask for a coated or stainless body and keep insulation sound.
Consultants reject traps without markings or documents. Fix: ask for the data sheet, capacity chart, EN 10204 3.1 material certificate and pressure test report at the quote stage.
Online directories sometimes group lab glassware under Steam Trap. The 160 mm borosilicate glass item on fyind.com is for laboratory apparatus. Fix: check the material, size and pressure rating before you enquire, and ask for a metal trap with a data sheet for plant steam.
Downtime costs more than the trap. Fix: ask which sizes are in stock in Dubai or Sharjah and keep a spare for critical lines.
Steam trap specifications often name Spirax Sarco, Armstrong, TLV, Gestra, Forbes Marshall and Yoshitake. These names are listed for specification awareness only - confirm with your supplier which brand and model is actually in stock. Among suppliers on this page, Spirax Sarco appears on UAE Industrial Automation listings (FT14, FT43), ARI on Al Bayader (Cona) and AIRMAX on Aira Automation and Mark And Aira (SBD).
| Brand | Steam Trap Focus | Typical Applications | What Buyers Should Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spirax Sarco | Float and thermostatic, thermodynamic and thermostatic traps (FT14 and FT43 listed on fyind.com) | Process, heat exchangers, mains drainage | Pressure variant, capacity chart, genuine product |
| ARI | Steam traps (Cona listed on fyind.com) plus pressure reducing and check valves | Process steam packages | Exact Cona variant, rating and material |
| AIRMAX | Float type steam trap valve, model SBD (listed on fyind.com) | Condensate drainage on steam lines | Pressure rating, material and end connection |
| Armstrong | Inverted bucket traps | Drip legs and process | Superheat limits, orifice size |
| TLV | Free-float and thermodynamic traps | Process and mains | Model suitability and back pressure |
| Gestra | Float and bimetallic traps | Industrial and power | Rating and certificate |
| Forbes Marshall | Steam traps and steam system products | Process industries | Model and size per load |
| Yoshitake | Thermostatic and bucket traps | General industrial | Rating and stock |
| Standard / Document | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| ISO 6704 | Classification of steam traps |
| ISO 7841 and ISO 7842 | Methods to determine steam loss and discharge capacity |
| EN 1092-1 / ASME B16.5 | Flange dimensions and ratings (PN16, ANSI 150) |
| EN 10204 3.1 | Material test certificate for pressure parts |
| PED / CE or project-required approval | Pressure equipment conformity as required by the project specification |
Fit the trap below the equipment it drains so condensate flows by gravity. Put a Y strainer upstream and an isolation valve on each side. Add a check valve if the return line has back pressure, and a test point to check discharge. Run the discharge to the condensate return, not a drain, unless it is a drip leg draining to atmosphere by design. Insulate the steam pipework but check how the trap manufacturer wants the trap itself treated.
Fit drip legs at low points, before control valves and risers, and every ~30-50 m on long horizontal runs. Size the drip leg pocket to catch condensate and slope the main towards it.
| Check | Method | What It Shows | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual discharge | Observe the discharge through a test point or sight glass | Steam plume suggests failed open; no discharge suggests failed closed | At commissioning and routine rounds |
| Temperature | Infrared reading upstream and downstream | Little temperature drop can mean steam passing; cold trap can mean blocked | Routine survey |
| Ultrasonic | Listen to the trap cycle | Continuous hiss means leakage; no cycle means blocked | Routine survey |
| Strainer inspection | Open and clean the strainer after start-up | Scale and weld debris removed | After commissioning |
| Documentation check | Match markings to data sheet and certificate | Right model, rating and material | On delivery |
Test critical process traps more often (monthly to quarterly is common practice) and drip leg traps at least twice a year, following your plant policy.
The table below gives indicative UAE market prices by product format. Stock-item prices tend to be close between Dubai and Sharjah suppliers; delivery to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain or Ras Al Khaimah and special pressure variants move the total. Actual costs vary by brand, size, material and quantity.
| Product Format | Typical UAE Price (AED) | Factors Affecting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Thermodynamic disc trap ½-¾ in | AED 150 - 450 | Material, brand, quantity. |
| Thermostatic / bimetallic trap ½-¾ in | AED 250 - 700 | Material, element type, brand. |
| Inverted bucket trap DN15-DN25 | AED 700 - 3,000 | Body material, pressure rating. |
| Ball float (F&T) trap DN15-DN25, PN16 | AED 600 - 2,500 | Size, connection, brand. |
| Ball float (F&T) trap DN40-DN50, PN16 | AED 1,800 - 4,500 | Size, capacity, brand. |
| Branded Spirax Sarco FT14, DN20 threaded | AED 900 - 3,000 | Pressure variant, stock, import lead time. |
| Float type trap SBD ½-2 in | AED 400 - 1,800 | Size, rating, connection. |
| Y strainer DN15-DN50 | AED 80 - 600 | Material, class, mesh. |
| Complete trap station (strainer, valves, trap, test point) | AED 1,500 - 6,000 | Trap type, valves, fittings, labour. |
Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative UAE market estimates for buyer guidance only. Actual quotations vary based on brand, size, material, rating, quantity and supplier pricing. Tip: keep one spare trap for critical lines.
| Cost Component | What Drives It | What to Ask |
|---|---|---|
| Quote inclusions | Whether strainer, isolation valve, check valve, gaskets and fittings are in the price | Is each item listed and priced separately? |
| Brand and origin | Branded versus unbranded trap; genuine product costs more | Is it genuine, and what is the warranty? |
| Rating and material | PN16 cast iron versus higher-rated steel or stainless | Is the rating suitable for my pressure and temperature? |
| Order quantity | Price breaks for multiple traps | What is the price at 5 and 10 units? |
| Documents | Material certificate and pressure test report | Are certificates included or extra? |
| Delivery | Dubai and Sharjah are short runs; Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and RAK cost more | What is delivery cost and lead time to my site? |
| VAT | UAE VAT of 5% | Is VAT shown separately? |
Steam traps work with strainers, valves, regulators and instruments across UAE steam systems.
Who supplies steam traps in UAE?
On fyind.com, Sunel Wala Building Materials LLC (Dubai) lists ball float traps in flanged PN16 and NPT threaded versions, UAE Industrial Automation (Sharjah) lists Spirax Sarco FT14 and FT43, Al Bayader (Sharjah) lists the ARI Cona trap, and Aira Automation and Mark And Aira (Dubai) list the AIRMAX SBD float type trap. Coral Laboratories (Dubai) lists a laboratory glass trap, which is not for steam pipelines. Confirm stock and ratings directly.
What is the price of a steam trap in UAE?
Indicatively, a small thermodynamic or bimetallic trap costs about AED 150-700, a ball float trap in DN15-DN50 about AED 600-4,500, and a complete trap station about AED 1,500-6,000. Brand, rating, size and quantity change the price.
Which steam trap is best for a heat exchanger?
A ball float (float and thermostatic) trap is usually chosen because it discharges condensate continuously and vents air. Confirm capacity and pressure rating with the manufacturer chart.
What is a ball float steam trap?
It uses a float that rises with condensate to open the valve, and a thermostatic element to vent air. It is common on process equipment where condensate must leave steadily.
What size steam trap do I need?
Work out the condensate load in kg/h, the differential pressure (inlet minus back pressure) and a safety factor of about 2-3, then pick a trap whose capacity chart meets that figure. Pipe size alone is not the answer.
What does FT14-10 mean on a Spirax Sarco trap?
FT14 is a ball float (float and thermostatic) range, and the number after the dash is the pressure variant. Confirm the exact differential pressure rating on the data sheet before ordering.
How do I know if a steam trap has failed?
Look for a steady steam plume at the discharge (failed open), cold equipment or waterlogging (failed closed), or use a temperature or ultrasonic check. Regular testing finds failures early.
How often should steam traps be tested?
Critical process traps are often tested monthly to quarterly and drip leg traps at least twice a year, though your plant policy decides.
Do I need a strainer before a steam trap?
Yes, in most installations. Scale and weld debris can block or damage a trap, so a Y strainer upstream protects it.
Which materials are available for steam traps?
Common bodies are cast iron, SG iron, cast or carbon steel and stainless steel. Choose by pressure, temperature and corrosion exposure, and confirm the rating on the data sheet.
What is differential pressure in steam trap sizing?
It is the steam pressure at the trap inlet minus the back pressure in the condensate line. The trap must work correctly at this pressure, not just at the full steam pressure.
Can I use a steam trap on a compressed air line?
No. Steam traps handle condensate and air in steam systems. Compressed air lines use dedicated drain traps, so ask for the right product.
Where can I buy steam traps in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi?
In Dubai, Sunel Wala has a shop in the Deira hardware market and Aira Automation and Mark And Aira list AIRMAX SBD traps. In Sharjah, UAE Industrial Automation lists Spirax Sarco traps and Al Bayader lists the ARI Cona. Ask each about delivery to Abu Dhabi, Ajman or Ras Al Khaimah.
What does bubble tight mean for a steam trap?
It describes very tight shut-off, where no bubbles appear in a seat leakage test, so no steam should pass when the trap is closed. Ask which test standard and medium were used.
What is the Spirax Sarco FT43 steam trap?
FT43 is a Spirax Sarco float-thermostatic model listed by UAE Industrial Automation in DN40 flange type. Confirm its pressure rating, body material and condensate capacity on the data sheet before ordering.
Is a laboratory glass steam trap the same as an industrial steam trap?
No. The 160 mm borosilicate glass trap listed by Coral Laboratories is laboratory glassware and cannot be used on steam pipework, heat exchangers or boilers.
What documents should come with steam traps?
Typically a data sheet, capacity chart, EN 10204 3.1 material certificate, pressure test report and any conformity document your project requires.
What information should I provide when requesting a steam trap quotation?
Send the application, steam pressure and temperature, back pressure, condensate load, size and connection, body material, brand preference, documents required, quantity and delivery location.
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