In the operation of the illustrated steam trap, condensate will continue to pass through the outlet as long as __________. See illustration GS-0002.

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Accepted Answer

the drop in pressure at "B" does not lower the pressure of the condensate below its current saturation pressure

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steam occupies the area labeled "I"

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the drop in pressure at "B" lowers the vapor pressure of the condensate below its current saturation pressure

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the pressure in area "H" is at least 85% of the pressure in area "I"

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