Skip to content
PN7ASME BPEPED Certified316L Stainless SteelISO Class 7 Clean Room

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Balanced Pressure Thermostatic Steam Trap

Spirax Sarco BTS7 is a sealed thermostatic steam trap designed to remove condensate from clean (chemical free) steam systems with minimal condensate retention. Manufactured in 316L stainless steel, it features self-draining operation and operates close to steam temperature. Ideal for steam barriers, block and bleed installations, mains drainage, and CIP/SIP applications for vessels, reactors, and process lines. PN7 design, suitable for pressures up to 7 bar g at 170°C.

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Steam Trap

Product Overview

The Spirax Sarco BTS7 is a sealed thermostatic steam trap designed to remove condensate from clean (chemical free) steam systems with minimal condensate retention. Manufactured in 316L stainless steel with minimal crevices, it is self-draining and operates close to steam temperature.

Each trap is individually packaged within an "ISO CLASS 7" clean environment with protective end caps and sealed in a protective plastic bag, making it ideal for hygienic applications in the pharmaceutical, food, and biotechnology industries.

Product Features

  • Sealed thermostatic design for clean steam applications
  • 316L stainless steel construction with minimal crevices
  • Self-draining operation when installed vertically
  • Operates close to steam temperature for efficient condensate removal
  • ISO CLASS 7 clean room packaging
  • Complies with FDA requirements for food contact materials
  • Designed and manufactured in accordance with ASME BPE standards

Sizes and Pipe Connections

Tube Ended Variants

StandardTypeSizes
Imperial O/D16swg wall½", ¾", 1"
DIN 11850 Series 1Tube EndDN10, DN15
ISO 1127 Series 1Tube EndDN8, DN10, DN15

Note: DN8 is only available for ISO 1127 tube ends.

Screwed Ended Variants

StandardSizes
BSP¼", ½", ¾", 1"
NPT¼", ½", ¾", 1"

Pressure/Temperature Limits

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Pressure Temperature Limits

ParameterValue
PMA Maximum Allowable Pressure7 bar g @ 170°C
TMA Maximum Allowable Temperature170°C @ 7 bar g
Minimum Allowable Temperature-254°C
PMO Maximum Operating Pressure (Saturated Steam)7 bar g @ 170°C
TMO Maximum Operating Temperature170°C @ 7 bar g
Minimum Operating Temperature0°C
Design Maximum Cold Hydrostatic Test Pressure10.5 bar g

Note

This product should not be used in certain pressure/temperature combination regions as damage to the internals may occur. Please refer to the pressure-temperature curve for details.

Materials

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Materials

No.PartMaterial
1BodyStainless Steel 316L (1.4404)
2Capsule ElementStainless Steel 316L (1.4404)

Capacities

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Capacities

The capacity chart shows the condensate removal capacity in kg/h based on differential pressure in bar. The BTS7 provides both hot water and cold water capacity ratings.

Dimensions and Weights

Spirax Sarco BTS7 Dimensions

Dimensions / Weights (Approximate) - Units: mm and kg

SizeAB (Butt Weld)CD (Threaded)Weight (Butt Weld)Weight (Threaded)
¼"40--58-0.53
½"4010640740.440.49
¾"4010640810.510.60
1"4010640950.600.73
DN8*4010640-0.35-
DN104010640-0.35-
DN154010640-0.42-

Note: DN8 is only available for ISO 1127 tube ends.

Installation and Maintenance

For full details, please refer to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions (IM-P180-05) supplied with the product.

Installation Note

The trap is designed for installation in vertical lines with the flow downward to ensure self-draining operation. Do not expose the element to superheat conditions since over-expansion may result.

Suitable isolation valves must be installed to allow for safe maintenance/replacement.

Options

  • Fixed bleed: Ensures 'Fail Open' operation for added safety
  • Special connections: Available to suit most piping systems

Certifications

This product is available with the following certification:

  • Certificate of Compliance for FDA and ADI Free Statement (F.O.C.)
  • TSE-BSE Statement (F.O.C.)
  • Declaration of Conformity BS EN ISO 14644-1:2015 Class 7 Clean Room (F.O.C.)
  • Typical Test Report (F.O.C.)

Note: All certification/inspection requirements must be stated at the time of order placement, and may be subject to additional cost as detailed above.

Spare Parts

There are no spare parts available for the BTS7. The unit is designed as a sealed, non-maintainable trap.

How to Order

Example: 1 off Spirax Sarco non-maintainable DN15 BTS7 clean steam trap with tube ends to ISO 1127, Series 1 (21.3 mm O/D x 1.6 mm wall thickness). Tangent length of tube ends to be 40 mm for ease of orbital welding. Body to be self-draining. Suitable for pressures up to 7 bar g.

When ordering, please specify:

  1. Model (BTS7)
  2. Size and connection type
  3. Optional fixed bleed feature if required
  4. Any certification requirements