Flame Traps

Model 8500A Flame Trap Assembly

• Sizes 2" through 12"

•  Aluminum (type 356), carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials

•  Designed for quick and easy maintenance

•  Factory Mutual approved flame arrester section

 

 

 

 

 

 

This unit includes a Groth Model 7628 horizontal flame arrester and a Groth Model 8530 thermal operated shut-off valve. This unit is generally installed in gas lines leading from each digester and gas holder. They are also installed in a line to gas utilization equipment, as close as possible to the source of combustion.

Special Features

The unit may be installed in horizontal or vertical lines. The valve includes a fusible element which melts at 260degreesF and provides shut-down within 15 seconds. A pyrex sight glass is used to provide a view of the indicator rod showing valve position. Easy maintenance features are provided which enable the quick removal and cleaning of the Groth wafer type flame bank assembly. Additionally, the fusible element is replaceable without disassembly of valve.