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1GENERAL
1.1Scope of the manual
This manual provides essential information on series AS:
Angle Steam Conditioning, Combination type valve
installed sliding stem valves. Also, this manual explaining
the GS: Desuperheater for Globe type.
Actuators and positioners are only discussed briefly. Refer
to the individual manuals for further information on their
installation, operation and maintenance.
NOTE:
Selection and use of the valve in a specific application
requires close consideration of detailed aspects. Due to
the nature of the product, this manual cannot cover all the
individual situations that may occur when the valve is
used.
If you are uncertain about use of the valve or its suitability
for your intended purpose, please contact Metso.
1.2Valve construction
Series AS, Angle Steam Conditioning, Combination type
valves are flanged (weld end available) single seated sliding
stem control valves.
The valve seat ring and cage and plug with stem is a module accessible through the bonnet opening (top entry) of
the body.
Our standard design provides a cage guide with a piston
type plug with a quick change seat ring. The two split cages
and inserted plug seal ring makes strong support to ensure
valve alignment.
This series is available with series of reduced Cv trims and
the standard seat tightness is class III~IV, optional trims can
meet to class V, ANSI/FCI 70-2.
The detailed structure is revealed by the type code shown
on the valve identification plate. The type code is explained
in Section 11.
1.3Valve markings
The body markings are: manufacturer's trademark, nominal
size, pressure rating and material of the body. The valve has
an identification plate attached to it, see Fig. 2.
΅ΊͶ
ͳ͵Ί
΄΅Ͷ;
ΥΞΒΩ
΄ͶͲ΅
ͽΆ
ΥΞΚΟ
΅ͲͿΠ
;ͲΉͶ΄΄ΆͶ
Metso Korea Co., Ltd.
Ͳ΅ͺͿ
235 Cheomdansaneo p 1-ro, Daesowon-myeon,
Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Korea
ͷͽΆͺ͵Ά
ʹΧ΄ͺͶ
ͿΠ
0496
͵Ͳ΅Ͷ
II 2 GD
Fig. 2Identification (name) plate example
Markings on the identification plate:
1.Type designation (Valve code)
2.Size, Rating
3.Cv
4.Body material
5.Plug, Stem material
6.Seat material
7.Temp. min./max.
8.Maximum (shut-off) pressure
9.Valve manufacturing date
10.Tag No.
11.Serial No.
1.4Technical specifications
Face-to-face length: customized dimensions depending on
the customer spec.
Body rating:Class 150 to Class 900
Max. pressure differential:
acc. to pressure class
Temperature range: amb. to +593 °C (depending on the
body materials and bonnet type)
Flow direction:indicated by an arrow on the body
(normally flow to close)
Actuator mounting: threaded bonnet with yoke nut or
bolted yoke
Stem connection:clamp with bolts/nuts
Dimensions: see Section 10
Weights:see Section 10
Note that the max. shut-off pressure is based on the mechan-
ical maximum differential pressure at ambient temperature.
You must always observe the fluid temperature when deciding on applicable pressure values. When selecting a valve
you must also check the noise level, cavitation intensity, flow
velocity, actuator load factor, etc. using Nelprof.
Fig. 1Construction of the Neles Angle Steam Conditioning
Valve, Series AS
1.5Valve seat leakage classification
The valve follows the seat leakage classifications of ANSI/
FCI 70-2 requirement.
1.6Recycling and disposal
Most valve parts can be recycled if sorted according to
material. Most parts have a material marking. A material list
is supplied with the valve. In addition, separate recycling
and disposal instructions are available from the manufacturer. A valve can also be returned to the manufacturer for
recycling and disposal for a fee.
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1.7Safety precautions2TRANSPORTATION, RECEPTION AND
CAUTION:
Do not exceed the valve performance limitations!
Exceeding the limitations marked on the valve may cause
damage and lead to uncontrolled pressure release.
Damage or personal injury may result
CAUTION:
Do not dismantle the valve or remove it from the pipeline while the valve is pressurised!
Dismantling or removing a pressurised valve will result in
uncontrolled pressure release. Always isolate the relevant
part of the pipeline, release the pressure from the valve
and remove the medium before dismantling the valve.
Be aware of the type of medium involved. Protect yourself
and the environment from any harmful or poisonous substances. Make sure that no medium can enter the pipeline
during valve maintenance.
Failure to do this may result in damage or personal injury.
Check the valve and the accompanying devices for any
damage that may have occurred during transport.
Store the valve carefully before installation, preferably
indoors in a dry place.
STORAGE
CAUTION:
Beware of the plug movement!
Keep fingers, other parts of the body, tools and other
objects out of the open flow port. Leave no foreign
objects inside the pipeline. When the valve is actuated,
the plug functions as a cutting device. Close and detach
the actuator pressure supply pipeline for valve maintenance. Failure to do this may result in damage or personal
injury.
CAUTION:
Protect yourself from noise!
The valve may produce noise in the pipeline. The noise
level depends on the application. It can be measured or
calculated using the Metso Nelprof software. Observe the
relevant working environment regulations in terms of
noise emission.
CAUTION:
Beware of a very cold or hot valve!
The valve body may be very cold or very hot during use.
Protect yourself against cold injuries or burns.
CAUTION:
When handling the valve or the control valve assembly, take its weight into account!
Never lift the valve or control valve assembly by the positioner, the limit switch or their piping.
Place the lifting ropes securely around the valve body (see
Fig. 3). Damage or personal injury may result from falling
parts.
Fig. 3Lifting the valve
NOTE :
*. Only acceptable case-3, when lift and move the valves;
1)up to outlet 6"- 300# body with VD (Diaphragm type)
actuators
2) up to outlet 10"- 300# body with VC (Cylinder type)
actuators
In the above two cases the lifting is limited to max. height
of 1.0 m and max. moving distance of 70 m.
Do not remove the flow port protectors until immediately
before installation of the valve into the pipeline.
The valve is delivered in the closed position. A valve
equipped with a spring-return actuator is delivered in the
position determined by the spring.
3VALVE INSTALLATION
3.1General
Remove the flow port protectors and check that the valve is
clean inside.
CAUTION:
When handling the valve or the control valve assembly, take its weight into account!
3.2Installation into the pipeline
3.2.1Pipeline cleaning
Make sure no foreign particles, such as sand or pieces of
welding electrode, are in the pipeline, they may damage
the sealing surfaces.
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Insulation limit
3.2.2Installation valve
The valve has an arrow indicating the flow direction. Install
the valve in the pipeline so that the flow direction of the
valve corresponds to the flow direction marked on the pipe.
The mounting orientation of the valve should be vertical
position as it shown on Fig.4.
Choose flange gaskets according to the operating conditions.
3.4Valve insulation
If necessary, the valve may be insulated. Insulation must not
continue above the upper level of the valve body, see Fig. 5.
Fig. 4Installing the control valve into pipeline using supports
Do not attempt to correct a pipeline misalignment by
means of flange bolting.
Loads on the valve body from pipeline vibrations can be
reduced by supporting the pipeline properly. Reduced
vibration also increases the lifetime of the positioner.
Where necessary, you can support the valve by the body, using
regular pipe clamps and supports. Do not fasten supports to
the valve or flange bolting or to the actuator, see Fig. 4.
3.2.3Hydrostatic testing and Line flushing
When the line is hydrostatic test and flushing, the control valve
should not used as an isolating valve. Make sure the control
valve always be opened position before start this process.
Otherwise valve and trim damage or failure of the seals could
result.
Flushing and hydrostatic test kit can be purchased from Metso.
CAUTION:
Flushing trim kit should be installed in the valve (especially 'Tendril & Omega trim' application) to protect the
original trim and the flow passages while the valve
installation and line flushing. Unless this caution could
result in clogging trim, low flow rates, unstable control,
valve leakage and exessive noise and other trouble.
Fig. 5Insulation of the valve
4MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Observe the safety precautions listed in Section 1.7
before starting work!
CAUTION:
When handling the valve or the control valve assembly, take its weight into account!
4.1General
The Neles series AS, Angle Steam Conditioning valve
require regular maintenance. Check the gland packing for
leakage. This section outlines the maintenance that can be
carried out by the user.
The numbers in parentheses refer to the parts lists and the
exploded views of the valve in Section 9.
NOTE:
If you send the valve to the manufacturer for repair, do not
dismantle it. Clean the valve carefully, including the inside.
For safety reasons, inform the manufacturer of the nature
of the medium when you send the valve.
NOTE:
Always use original spare parts to make sure the valve
functions as intended.
3.3Control valve assembly
Check all joints, piping and cables.
Check that the actuator stop screws, positioner and limit
switches are calibrated. Refer to their installation, maintenance and operating manuals.
4.2Gland packing adjustment
In the event of a packing leakage tighten the gland nuts
(18) in ¼ turn steps each until the leakage is stopped. Do
not tighten more than necessary.
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4.3Replacing the gland packing
CAUTION:
Do not dismantle the valve or remove it from the pipeline while the valve is pressurised!
Low Emission with
Standard construction
Fig. 6Gland packing
Make sure the valve is not pressurised.
Remove the actuator from the valve stem according
to the instructions given in the actuator manual.
Loosen and remove the hexagon nuts (18).
Remove the gland flange (9b), and gland (9a) up to
the valve stem.
Remove the old packing rings (69) using a pointed
tool, avoid damaging the seal surfaces and valve stem.
Clean the packing ring counterbore.
Mount the new packing rings one by one into the
packing gland box using the gland as a tool and
mount the gland with hand-tightened nuts.
Remove the bonnet (8)
Remove the cage guide (16), cage (15) and the seal
ring (64). Avoid from damaging the seal ring
between the cage and cage guide.
Remove the body gasket (65 & 65a), one piece of
seat ring (7) and diffuser (81), seat gasket (63).
NOTE:
The standard is ‘quick change seat type’, other design has
a ‘weld seat type’ according to weld seat ring on the body
side.
Fig. 7Tightening sequence of the bonnet nuts
4.4Replacing the trim and body
reassembly
NOTE:
The trim set consists of the seat ring, valve plug and stem,
retainer and gaskets(for seat ring and bonnet).
Make sure the valve is not pressurised.
Remove the actuator from the valve stem according
to the instructions given in the actuator manual and
next Section 6.
Remove the hexagon nuts (18) slightly.
Remove the hexagon nuts (17).
NOTE:
The standard is one piece with seat ring (7) and the
diffuser (81) by welded, other design has a separated type
according to weld diffuser on the body side.
Remove the hexagon nuts (18), gland flange (9b)
and gland (9a).
Remove the old packing rings (69).
NOTE:
If the valve have excess leakage, the plug and seating
surface need lapping and cleaning.
NOTE:
‘Omega’ Disk Stack Cage Cleaning
The welded ‘Omega’ disk stack cage is not available
disassembling, make sure the ultrasonic cleaning in the
frequency range of 250 ~ 400 kHz and Min. duration
60 min.
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Clean the body gasket surface.
Insert a new seat gasket (63) and the seat ring (7) &
diffuser (81) kit into the body.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the spiral wound gaskets (63 & 65 & 65a),
this is need to be replace each time the valve is disassembled.
Install the cage (15), seal ring (64), cage guide (16)
and plug stem assembly (3, 5, 6) very carefully.
Insert the body gasket (65 & 65a).
Mount the bonnet on the body carefully maintaining
alignment with the plug and the stem and with the
retainer (or cage) in the closed position, so that the
bonnet position in relation to the body is the same
as the original position.
Insert the hexagon nuts (17) into stud (13) and
slightly fasten the nuts.
CAUTION:
Do not strongly tighten stud nuts at this time
Insert the packing rings (69) according to above 4.3
CAUTION:
The all related parts (seat ring, retainer, cage, plug &
stem, bonnet) must be properly aligned in the body.
Tighten hexagon nuts (17) until plug and seat con-
tact is obtained with proper bolt torque.
Fig. 9Pilot Omega-balanced trim
4.5Pilot Plug
Disassembly & Assembly
Mount the plug and stem assembly on the chuck to
setting.
Remove the pilot wire (76).
Remove the pilot bolts (75).
CAUTION:
Make sure to balance when loose the pilot bolts, and
be careful the spring tension to bounced off the pilot
plug and stem.
Remove the pilot cover (74).
Remove the pilot plug (73) and pilot stem (72) from
pilot main plug (71).
Remove the pilot spring (77) carefully.
Remove the pilot plug (73) and the pilot seat as well
as the surface inside of the pilot main plug (71). If
there is damage, scratches or grooves, it should be
replaced or repaired.
Insert the cleaned pilot spring (77) into the upper
side of main plug.
Install the pilot plug (73) & pilot stem (72) on the
spring (77).
Install the pilot cover (74) and fasten the pilot bolts
(75) keep in balance.
Install wire (76) for connecting the all pilot bolts due
to prevent loose on operation.
Fig. 8Omega quick change, Standard balanced trim
4.6Spray Nozzle
Disassembly & Assembly
Remove the (Spray to Spray) hexagon nuts (87a).
Remove the spray cover (84).
Remove the spray gasket (86).
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Remove the old packing rings (85) using a pointed
tool, avoid damaging the seal surfaces and spray
retainer.
Remove the spray retainer (88) sub-assembly using
by the one of stud (87) carefully.
Grind welded point between the spray nozzle sub-
assembly (detail ‘a’, 89a~d) and the spray retainer (88).
Remove the spray nozzle sub-assembly (detail ‘a’,
89a~d) from the spray retainer (88) and replace them
by new one.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the spray nozzle sub-assembly (detail ‘a’,
89a~d), this is need to be replace each time the valve is
disassembled.
Re-weld one point the spray nozzle sub-assembly
(detail ‘a’, 89a~d) and the spray retainer (88).
Clean the body gasket surface.
Install the new or repaired spray retainer (88) sub-
assembly using by the one of stud (87) carefully.
Mount the new packing rings (85) one by one into
the packing gland box using the gland as a tool.
Insert a new spray gasket (86) into the spray retainer
(88).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the spiral wound gasket (86), this is need
to be replace each time the valve is disassembled.
Install the spray cover (84).
Tighten hexagon nuts (87a).
Fig. 10Integral Spring loaded injection type spray nozzle
4.7‘GS’ Desuperheater
Disassembly & Assembly
Remove the (housing) hexagon nuts (96a).
Remove the housing bonnet (95) sub-assembly care-
fully.
Remove the flange gasket (97).
Grind welded point between the spray nozzle sub-
assembly (detail ‘a’, 89a~d) and the spray nozzle (89).
Remove the spray nozzle sub-assembly (detail ‘a’,
89a~d) from the spray nozzle (89) and replace them
by new one.
Fig. 11Globe PCV + Desuperheater type
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Omega quick change, Standard balanced trimOmega quick change, Pilot balanced trim
Tendril multi-stage
Tendril multi-stage Pilot balanced trim
Fig. 12Different trim designs
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the spray nozzle sub-assembly (detail ‘a’,
89a~d), this is need to be replace each time the valve is
disassembled.
Re-weld one point the spray nozzle sub-assembly
(detail ‘a’, 89a~d) and the spray nozzle (89).
Clean the flange gasket surface.
Insert the spray gasket (86).
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the spiral wound gasket (86), this is need
to be replace each time the valve is disassembled.
Install the new or repaired spray nozzle (89) sub-
assembly carefully.
CAUTION:
Make sure same direction to be cooperate the lines
with the flange of desuperheater housing (80) and
housing bonnet (95) for avoid miss arrangement of
spray nozzle direction (see Detail ‘b’ of fig. 11).
5TESTING THE VALVE
CAUTION:
Pressure testing should be carried out using equipment conforming to the correct pressure class!
We recommend that the valve body is pressure-tested after
the valve has been assembled.
The pressure test should be carried out in accordance with
an applicable standard for the pressure rating. The valve
must be in the open position during the test.
The actuator is attached to the valve according to the manual
for actuator with body assembly and plug stem adjustment.
Several types of Metso actuators can be used with suitable
clamps. Refer to the model VD spring-diaphragm and VC
double acting cylinder actuator manuals for further information on their installation, maintenance and operation.
CAUTION:
Beware of the plug movement!
Do not use air pressure higher than what specified on the
identification plate.
A. Actuator removal for VD Reverse<air to open, stem
retract> actuator (Fig. 13)
Lift up to the valve plug 100% from the seat ring,
using by specified air pressure.
Loosen the stem lock nut (5**) and socket head
screws (1a**) and hexagon nuts (1b**).
Remove the clamp (1**).
Shut off and disconnect air supply line.
Support actuator with the suitable lifting device.
Remove the yoke nut (3**).
Remove the actuator from the valve body assembly.
B. Actuator replacement (mounting) for VD Reverse<air
to open, stem retract> actuator (Fig. 13)
Mount the new or repaired actuator on top of the
bonnet, using a suitable lifting device.
Insert the yoke nut and tightly fasten the yoke by
turning the yoke nut clockwise using tightening
tools.
Connect air line and accessories.
Lift the top stem (18), using by specified air pressure.
Adjustment stem length after clamping the
clamp (1**) according to rated travel(stroke) as
‘open’ and ‘close’ position as per pressurizing and
depressurizing the lower diaphragm chamber.
Tighten stem socket head screws (1a**) and hexa-
gon nuts (1b**) with stem lock nut (5**).
C. Actuator removal for VD Direct<air to close, stem
extend> actuator (Fig. 13)
Shut off and disconnect the air supply lines and
accessories.
Loosen stem lock nut (5**) and stem socket head
screws (1a**) and hexagon nuts (1b**).
Remove the clamp (1**).
Support actuator with the suitable lifting device.
Remove the yoke nut (3**).
Remove the actuator from the valve body assembly.
Fig. 13VD Actuator
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VC, without volume chamber
VC, with volume chamber
VC Actuator part
1. YOKE 1A. HEXAGON SCREW 1B. WASHER 18 TOP STEM
21. LIFTING EYE NUT 30. IDENTIFICATION PLATE 30A. RIVET 32. INDICATOR
32A. ROUND HEAD SCRREW 60. TOP COVER 61. BOTTOM COVER 66A. TIE ROD
66C. HEXAGON SCREW 66D. WASHER
D. Actuator replacement (mounting) for VD Direct<air
to close, stem extend> actuator (Fig. 13)
Mount the new or repaired actuator on top of the
bonnet, using a suitable lifting device to setting.
Insert the yoke nut and tightly fasten the yoke by
turning the yoke nut clockwise using tightening
tools.
Connect air line and accessories.
Down the top stem (18), using by specified air pres-
sure.
Adjust stem length after clamping the clamp (1**)
according to rated travel (stroke) as ‘open’ and ‘close’
position as per pressurizing and depressurizing the
upper diaphragm chamber.
Tighten stem socket head screws (1a**) and hexa-
gon nuts (1b**) with stem lock nut (5**).
E. Actuator removal for VC actuator (Fig. 14)
Shut off and disconnect the air supply lines and
accessories.
Loosen the plug stem locknut and the 4 socket head
screws (26a) on the clamp (26).
Remove the clamp (26).
Support the actuator with the suitable lifting device.
Remove the hexagon screws from the valve bonnet.
Remove the actuator from the valve body assembly.
F. Actuator replacement (mounting)for VC actuator
(Fig. 14)
Mount the new or repaired actuator on top of the
valve bonnet, using a suitable lifting device.
Insert the hexagon screws and tightly fasten the
yoke by turning the hexagon screws clockwise using
tightening tools.
Connect air line with actuator.
Down the top stem (18), by using specified air
pressure.
Adjust stem length after clamping the clamp (26)
according to rated travel (stroke) as ‘open’ and ‘close’
position as per pressurizing and depressurizing the
both side of cylinder chambers.
Tighten the 4 socket head screws (26a) on the clamp
(26) and the lower stem locknut.
CAUTION:
Avoid to turn the valve plug and stem when plug is on
seat ring to prevent the seating line from being damaged.
Fig. 14VC Actuator
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7TOOLS
Removal of the actuator
L- wrench set(mm)
hex socket wrench set
chisel and hammer(10 pound)
+,- drivers
8ORDERING SPARE PARTS
NOTE:
Always use original spare parts to make sure that the valve
functions as intended.
When ordering spare parts, always include the following
information:
type code, sales order number, serial number
number of the parts list, part number, name of the
part and quantity required
This information can be found from the identification plate
or documents.
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9EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST
Series AS
**
65
65a
5
6
3
16
64
25
3
18
14
9b
9a
69
21
69
67
17
13
8
7
81
63
1
82
80
83
89a
89c
89d
86
88
85
84
87
87a
89b
89e
83
Item Description Recommended spare part
1 BODY
2* PLUG SET
3* PLUG
5* STEM
6* PLUG PIN
3** YOKE NUT
7 SEAT RING
8 BONNET
9a GLAND
9b GLAND FLANGE
12 DISK SPRING ASSY
13 STUD
14 STUD
16 CAGE GUIDE
17 HEXAGON NUT
18 HEXAGON NUT
19 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
19a RIVET
21 LANTERN RING
25 DISK STACK
63 SEAT GASKETX
64 SEAL RING X
65 BODY GASKET X
65a BODY GASKET X
67 PACKING SPACER
69 PACKING RING X
71 PILOT MAIN PLUG
Live Load Application
89d
89c
91
89e
89b
89a
90
91
92
PILOT PLUG
Item Description Recommended spare part
72 PILOT STEM
73 PILOT PLUG
74 PILOT COVER
75 PILOT BOLT
76 PILOT WIRE
77 PILOT SRPING
80 DESUPERHEATER HOUSING
81 DIFFUSER
82 LINER
83 SPRAY BODY
84 SPRAY COVER
85 PACKING RING X
86 SPRAY GASKET X
87 STUD
87a HEXAGON NUT
88 SPRAY RETAINER
89a NOZZLE PLUG
89b NOZZLE SEAT
89c NOZZLE SPRING
89d LOCK NUT
89e SPRING SEAT
90 PIPE SOCKET
91 SPRAY PIPE
92 SPRAY TEE
*) Delivered as a set
Make sure no foreign particles, such as sand or pieces of
welding electrode, are in the pipeline, they may damage
the sealing surfaces.
11.2Installation and orientation of the
valve
The valve has an arrow indicating the flow direction. Install
the valve in the pipeline so that the flow direction of the
valve corresponds to the flow direction marked on the pipe.
The mounting orientation of the valve should be vertical as
it shown on Fig. 4.
Choose flange gaskets according to the operating conditions. Do not attempt to correct a pipeline misalignment by
means of flange bolting. Loads on the valve body from
pipeline vibrations can be reduced by supporting the pipeline properly. Reduced vibration also increases the lifetime
of the positioner. Where necessary, you can support the
valve by the body, using regular pipe clamps and supports.
Do not fasten supports to the valve or flange bolting or to
the actuator, see Fig. 4.
11.3Hydrostatic testing and Line flushing
When the line is hydrostatic test and flushing, the control
valve should not used as an isolating valve. Make sure the
control valve always be opened position before start this
process. Otherwise valve and trim damage or failure of the
seals could result. Flushing and hydrostatic test kit can be
purchased from Metso.
CAUTION:
Flushing trim kit should be installed in the valve (especially 'Tendril & Omega trim' application) to protect the
original trim and the flow passages while the valve
installation and line flushing. Unless this caution could
result in clogging trim, low flow rates, unstable control,
valve leakage and exessive noise and other trouble.
11.4Piping upstream
Upstream piping just before the AS valve must be straight
and have no other components. T-piece junctions must also
be avoided.
Metso’s guideline for the straight length of upstream piping
is minimum 5 times to the nominal diameter of piping or a
minimum of 2 meters.
If multiple components are located upstream the AS valve
the distance must be increased to achieve uniform flow
profile before the AS valve.
It is necessary to keep water out of the system (see drains)
in order to avoid vibration, mechanical damages and
ensure reliable temperature measurement.
Metso´s guide value for a slope against the flow is 1:200 as
minimum. The drain must be provided at the lowest point
of piping.
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11.5Downstream piping
It is necessary to have straight piping downstream of the
valve because sprayed water needs some distance to evaporate and for example bends will separate water from
steam and hence prevent optimum evaporation.
Metso´s guideline for straight downstream piping is about10
times the nominal diameter and a minimum of 2-5 m.
In downstream piping it is also necessary to keep water
away from piping (see drains).
Metso´s guide value for a slope with the flow is minimum
1:200.
A drain should be provided a the lowest point.
10×DN (min 2 - 5 m)
Slope min 0.5 %
10×DN (min 2 - 5 m)
Slope min 0.5 %
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11.6Spray water pipe
Reliable operation of steam condition requires a proper
installation between the AS valve and the spray water control valve. Spray water piping must ensure continuous and
immediate supply of water and it should not get empty.
The piping coming from the spray water control
valve to the AS valve shall be arranged below the
level of the spray pipe.
The distance between the spray water control valve
and the spray pipe should be minimized to less than
5 meters.
11.7Drains
Condensate or non evaporated spray water in the valve or
steam piping is very risky, it can cause erosion in piping and
the valve, it causes vibration and water hammer and it can
disturb temperature measurement causing problems in
control.
Upstream drains are necessary to protect the AS valve. The
drain connections shall be at the lowest point and nearest
to the AS valve. Slopes shall be always arranged so that
water flows towards the drain.
Metso´s guideline value for a standard drain connection
upstream is a G ½” pipe thread.
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It is necessary to protect the downstream piping system.
The connection has to be at lowest point after the valve.
Metso´s guideline value for a standard drain connection
in downstream piping is to size it for ~10% of the maximum
spray water amount. The location of the drain shall be 2/3
of the distance to the temperature sensors. The drain
between AS valve and the temperature sensor is mandatory.
11.8Pre-Heating
Pre-Heating lines prevent the formation of condensate and
reduce the risk of thermal stress. Especially in cases where
the AS valve is closed in normal conditions (e.g. Bypass
Valves) preheating has to be arranged.
11.9Temperature sensor
The temperature sensors are fitted downstream in the
straight piping at least 10xDN after the valve (min. 5m) and
in case of horizontal piping ~30° rotated of the vertical piping.
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12TYPE CODE
Angle Steam Conditioning, Combination Type, Series AS