Why Condensate Pot Is Used?

For steam applications, condensate pots are essential. They are used to condense the fluid upstream of the differential pressure transmitter. Installed at the same height, they allow accurate measurement by maintaining a constant condensate height in the impulse lines above the differential pressure transmitter.

How does a condensate pot work?

The theory of operation for condensate pots is that between the process taping and the pot is a steam vapor. Between the pot and the differential pressure transmitter is water (liquid) which eliminates any measurement errors due to a liquid/vapor mix at the measurement device.

How do you install a condensate pot?

Installing condensate pots
  1. Connect the condensate pots to the high pressure (HP) and low pressure (LP) impulse lines of the transmitter.
  2. Install the pots horizontally, although some vendors say you can install vertically too.
  3. Make sure you install both at the same level to avoid affecting meter performance.
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