Product Overview:
Thermostatic steam trap operation regulates condensate discharge while preventing live steam from escaping through the trap. The Xylem-Hoffman Specialty 600084 Thermostat 17C is a genuine OEM Dura-Stat replacement module designed for Series 17C balanced-pressure thermostatic steam traps. Its sealed liquid-filled capsule responds to temperature changes, controlling the opening and closing action required for air and condensate discharge.
Thermostatic Capsule Operation:
The sealed liquid-filled capsule expands and contracts in response to temperature changes. During startup, the cooler capsule allows air and condensate to discharge. As steam temperature reaches operating conditions, the capsule closes the discharge passage to retain steam within the heating system.
Steam Trap Condensate and Air Discharge:
The module is designed for balanced-pressure thermostatic steam trap operation. It responds to temperature differences between steam and condensate, allowing accumulated air and cooler condensate to leave the system while limiting steam loss during normal operation.
Replacement Guidelines:
Replace the Xylem-Hoffman Specialty 600084 Thermostat 17C if the steam trap fails to discharge air or condensate correctly, continuously leaks live steam, or the thermostatic capsule no longer responds to temperature changes. Have a qualified steam-system technician inspect the trap body, thermostat module, seating surfaces, connections, and associated condensate piping before replacement. Verify air removal, condensate discharge, and steam containment after installation.
Common Signs of Wear:
- Condensate remains trapped in the heating equipment.
- Air fails to discharge during system startup.
- Live steam escapes through the trap outlet.
- Heating performance becomes inconsistent.
- The thermostatic capsule fails to respond to temperature changes.
Equipment Compatibility:
The Xylem-Hoffman Specialty 600084 is designed for Hoffman Specialty Series 17C balanced-pressure thermostatic steam traps. This OEM thermostat module is used in the 17C-2, 17C-3, and 17C-4 trap configurations. Compatibility depends on the existing trap series, connection size, and thermostat assembly arrangement. Verify these details against the equipment manufacturer's parts documentation before purchasing.
Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer: Xylem-Hoffman Specialty
Part Number: 600084
Product Type: Thermostat
Steam Trap Series: 17C