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What is blow down?

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Anonymous

10y ago
Updated: 7/2/2022

The blow down valves are needle valves designed for operation in open position. Their function is mainly to control a continuous flow of steam and/or water under high differential pressure.

For that reason the design and materials must be such as to minimize the effects of a fluid stream in condition of flashing or made of water containing sometimes abrasive particles.

They are used in Boilers mostly cases. There are two types of boiler blowdowns - continuous and manual. A continuous blowdown utilizes a calibrated valve and a blowdown tap near the boiler water surface. As the name implies, it continuously takes water from the top of the boiler at a predetermined rate

A continuous blowdown is an optional feature and may not be included on your steam boiler. However, all steam boilers should include a means for manual blowdown as standard equipment.

Manual blowdowns are accomplished through tapings at the bottom of the boiler. These openings allow for the removal of solids that settle at the bottom of the boiler. Manual blowdown is also used to keep water level control devices and cutoffs clean of any solids that would interfere with their operation. All steam boilers require manual blowdown whether or not they are supplied with continuous blowdowns.

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