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Air Vents for Hot and Chilled Water Systems

Sparco Automatic Vent for Air Vents for Hot Water Heating & Cooling
Hot Water or Steam Heating These Sparco brand air vents bring 2
to 3 times more air venting capacity
The Sparco brand HV190 is a tiny-sized than other models. The compact
automatic air vent for hot water and design takes up little space, and the
steam systems. Installs in baseboards, advanced construction allows air
radiators, convectors and high points in venting up to 150 pounds psi.
piping systems to remove the trapped air
that prevents the free movement of wa- ■ Always install in the upright position
ter or steam. The nickel plated valve has at highest point in the plumbing. Only 2”
a quick venting design and ball check high!
■ 2” high x 1⅛” wide. Rated to 240°.
providing positive shut-off. Fits almost
■ Rated up to 125 psig for water sys- ■ Select ⅛” or ¼” pipe connection. anywhere!

tems, and up to 10 psig for steam

heating systems. Order
Description
No.
■ Maximum temperature for the vent is up to 240º F.
Sparco FV147 air vent, 1/8” pipe, 150 psi SA1050
■ 1/8” bottom pipe connection. ■ Height, 1¼”
Sparco FV147A air vent, 1/4” pipe, 150 psi SA1055
Order
Description
No.
Honeywell-Braukmann Air Vents for
Hygrovent HV190 Auto Air Vent for hot water
or steam. 1/8” npt connection.
SA1090 Hot Water or Cooling Systems
These automatic air vents are high quality, open-close
Bell & Gossett Air Vents for Hot Water vents for hot water heating systems. Installed at high point
in system, both models include safety drain connections
These Bell & Gossett Model 67 and Model 7 and vent caps. Easily serviceable with a built-in shut-off
float type automatic air vents are designed valve: Turn vent body counterclockwise to open; clockwise
for Hot Water radiators, baseboards, to close. Choose from two models:
convectors, radiant panels, small unit ■ Model EA122A is used on water systems up to 230º F.
heaters and expansion tanks. Install at the and has a 1/8” male pipe thread connection; operating
high point of the system where air can be pressure up to 90 psig.
expected to collect. Install these vents only
in a vertical position with the vent ■ Model EA79 is used on water systems up to 250º F. and
connection pointing up. has a 3/4” male x 1/2” female dual pipe connection;
The Model 67 (same as Hoffman No. 77) operating pressure up to 150 psig.
has a 1/8” bottom male pipe connection.
■ Operating pressure up to 50 pounds psi 1⅞ 1⅞
@ 240º F. ■ 3¼” tall x 1½” wide
⅛” pipe The Model 7 also has a 1/8” bottom male
connection pipe connection.
■ Operating pressure up to 75 pounds psi
@ 240º F. ■ 4⅛” tall x 2¼” wide
4¾ 4¾
Order
Description
No.
Model 67(77), 1/8” male pipe conn., 50 psig BI1055
Model 7, 1/8” male pipe conn., 75 psig BI1050
7A 1/4” waste connector with 1/4” tubing to
BI1056 EA122A EA79
drain water expelled from vents above

Vents Manual or Automatically Description

Order
No.
Hoffman Model 508 (formerly model 500) vent Model EA122A1002. 1/8” male pipe. For hot
air from hot water systems manually with a HN1234
water to 230º F. Max pressure to 90 psi.
coin, or automatically. Disc-type vent, built-in
check valve. 1/8” male pipe connection. Model EA79A1004. 3/4” male x 1/2” female
HN1233
Operating press. to 50 psig. Temp. to 240° F. pipe. Hot water to 250º F. Max press, 150 psi

Description Order No.

Manual/Auto 508 vent. 1/8” pipe, 50 psi, 240° HK1085

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Air Vents for Hot and Chilled Water Systems

Coin Operated Air Vent Large Air Vents for Main Water Lines
These small & inexpensive manually Hoffman brand air vents for main water lines are the “work
operated hot water air vents are specifically horses” of the industry. Both models 78 and 79 below are
made for radiators. Vents “bleed” by turning used for hot or cold water, and can discharge moisture en-
the valve with either a coin or a key trained in the vented air from the top 1/8” pipe size safety
(available separately). 1/8” bottom drain connection.
connection.
■ Operating pressure to 150 psig; Use coin to ■ The Model 78 has a Heavy-Duty Cast Brass body with a
■ Maximum temperature rating to 250º F. open & 3/4” male pipe connection. Maximum operating pressure to
■ 1/8” male pipe connection close vent. 150 psig, temperature to 240° F.

Order ■ The Model 79 has a more modest, steel-formed body,

Description and has a dual pipe connection: 3/4” male x 1/2” female —
No.
You can connect the outside thread into a 3/4” pipe fitting,
Manually operated radiator air vent CG1385
or connect a 1/2” pipe nipple into the inside 1/2” connec-
Optional Key for operating above CG1390 tion. Operating pressure to 75 psig, temperature to 240° F.

Hot Water Air Vents for Convectors, No. 78 No. 79

Radiators and Small Mains
Hoffman models 790 and
791 air vents have a top
connection (1/8” male
pipe) allowing for discharg- 6½” 6⅝”
ing water; or leave cap on
to prevent discharge.
Model 790 is for convec-
4¼”
4⅞”
tors, baseboard and wall
radiation.
■ It has an 1/8” male pipe
bottom connection
■ Maximum operating
pressure to 30 psig
■ Temperature to 240°
Model 791 is designed for Order
Model 790 Description
convectors & small mains. No.
Model 791
■ 1/4” bottom connection Model 78, 3/4” pipe, pressure to 150 psig HK1075
■ Maximum pressure to Model 79, 3/4 x 1/2”, pressure to 75 psig HK1080
50psi, temp. to 240° F

Order High Pressure Water

Description
No. Venting Valve
Model 790, 1/8” pipe, 30 psig, temp. to 240° F HK1090 Hoffman 792 is a High Pressure
Model 791, 1/4” pipe, 50 psig, temp. to 240° F HK1095 Water Venting Valve for releas-
ing air from hot, cold water or
glycol mains; hydronic heating
Model 550 Convector Air Chamber and chilling systems; storage
7”
and processing tank filters, and
The Hoffman Model 550 Air Chamber is for centrifugal pumps.
use on both steam and water convectors ■ Cast iron body with stainless
which are not provided with built-in air
steel interior.
chambers or air collection fittings. Solid
brass construction with a 1/4” NPT bottom ■ Max. operating press. @ 250
connection and 1/8” NPT top connection. psig, discharging 25 cubic feet
6 cubic inch air volume. Maximum water per minute of air.
pressure to 100 psig; maximum steam ■ Max. temp. @ 300º F. Order
Description
pressure to 25 psig. ■ 3/4” female pipe bottom con- No.
nection; 792 Vent HK1096
Order
Description ■ 1/2” pipe top connection
No.
■ 7” height
550 Convector Air Chamber HK1087

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Air Vents for Steam Heating

Vents for Steam Mains, Condensate Pumps and More!
Hoffman 75 & 75H Main Vents — Application Examples —
Used on low-pressure steam heating
systems running at 15 pounds psi and Installation on top of Condensate Tank
under. These float-type vents have a
single non-adjustable port for large air Hoffman Main Vents are used on
venting capacity. the end of steam mains (for one- Model
pipe steam heating systems) and 75-H
■ Both models have dual pipe connec- on top of condensate receivers — Vent
tions: 3/4” male x 1/2” female pipe. on both two-pipe steam systems
■ The Model 75 has a maximum steam and modified one-pipe steam
pressure to 15 psig; operates efficiently systems.
up to 3 psig.
■ The Model 75-H has a maximum
Condensate Pump
pressure to 15 psig; operates efficiently
up to 10 psig.
3/4” male x ■ Not for vacuum service.
1/2” female
dual connection ■ Both models 5¾” high x 2½” width.

Order
Description
No.
Model 75, 3/4 x 1/2”, set @ 3 psig HK1060
Model 75-H, 3/4 x 1/2”, set @ 10 psig HK1065
Installation at End of Steam Main
Gorton 1 and 2 Main Vents
Used as Main Vents on low-pressure Correct Installation Incorrect Installation
steam heating systems running at 15
Here the vent is installed in a
pounds psi and under. Especially dangerous position. Water hammer
Main Vent
great for the end of steam mains on in your steam lines ram into the
one-pipe steam heating systems. pipe tee and send hydraulic shock
Larger than standard discharge waves up into the vent, shortening
its life.
capacities make Gorton Air Vents
6 to 10”
the popular choice for steam heating Main Vent
professionals!
Super Capacity Air ■ Model No. 1 has dual pipe connec-
Vent for Steam Mains tions: 3/4” male x 1/2” female pipe. Steam Main
■ The Model No. 2 has a 1/2” male or Dry Return
15” Steam Main
pipe connection. Gets rid of twice as minimum or Dry Return
much air as the No. 1 model. Here the vent is protected from water
hammer with a 15” cushion between
■ Gang air vents together for even the vent and the elbow at the end of
more air relieving capacity — See the steam supply main or dry return
“Ganged” picture below. pipeline.

Description Order No. Gorton vents “Ganged” together

Model 1, Size 3/4” male X 1/2” female dual
pipe connection: Install one or more of these
(Ganging allows more air venting) at end of
the short main, or the main running to the
GX1030
warmer side of the building. Install two or
more of these at the end of the long main, or
the main running to the colder side of the
building.

Model 2, 1/2” male pipe connection: This unit

gets rid of lots of air! Install one or more at the “Ganging” air vents at the end
GX1035
end of the long main, or the main running to of the steam main allows the
the colder side of the building. 6⅜” tall vent. steam system to heat up fast!

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Special Vents for Steam Heating Systems

Quick Valve Thermostatic Steam Air Line &
Main Air Vent Paul Systems Valve
The Hoffman Model 4 Quick Valve is a This Hoffman Model 3 Steam Air Line
thermostatic air vent for steam heating Valve is for Air Line or Paul Systems.
systems and steam process equipment. Paul Systems were popular in the first half of
■ Operates on temperature change only the 1900’s. Many systems remain in good
working order, especially in larger buildings.
and will not close against water.
Model 3 ■ Thermostatic vent only - No float.
Model 4 ■ The valve must be installed 6 to 10”
above the horizontal return and 18” ■ 1/8” NPT inlet and 1/4” NPT outlet.
above the boiler water line.
■ The maximum operating pressure
■ Dual connection shank: 1/2” female goes from 25 psig down to 30” vacuum.
(inside) pipe x 3/4” male (outside) pipe. ■ The Paul System Valve hooks up to an
■ Maximum operating pressure: 25 psig. exhauster, removing system air.
■ Height: 2⅝” ■ Height: 2¼”
Order Order
Description Description
No. No.
Model 4, Thermostatic Quick Valve Air Vent HK1015 Model 3, for Paul or Air Line Systems only HK1010

Thermostatic Main Vent with Float for Steam Unit Heater Air Vent
both 1- and 2- pipe Steam Heating The Hoffman Model 74 Steam Unit
Heater Air Valve is made specifically for
This Hoffman Model 4A Float-Type Ther- steam unit heater applications. This float-
mostatic Vent is found in residential or small type thermostatic vent has a single non-
one– or two-pipe steam heating applications, adjustable port.
usually one-pipe systems.
■ Dual connection of 1/2” female NPT x 3/4” ■ Dual connection allows for 1/2” female
male NPT. NPT or 3/4” male NPT piping connection.
■ Single, non-adjustable port. ■ Make certain to install the Air Valve 6 to
10” above the horizontal return, and 18”
■ Install 6 to 10” above the horizontal return,
above the boiler water line.
and 18” above the water line.
■ Maximum operating pressure is 35 psig.
■ Maximum operating pressure to 2 psig.
■ Air Vent height: 6⅛”
Order
Description Order
No. Description
No.
Model 4A, Thermostatic main vent with float HK1020
Model 74, air vent for steam unit heater HK1055

Main Vent for One-Pipe Vacuum

Spirax-Sarco 6A Steam Air Vent
Steam Heating Systems
This Hoffman Model 76 Main Steam Vent The Spirax-Sarco Model 6A air vent is
is a “Vacuum Valve” used on medium and Premium Quality. It has both a float and
large size one-pipe vacuum steam heating thermostatic bellows for use where air,
systems. condensate and steam may be present, as
in one-pipe steam heating systems.
■ Float type thermostatic vent with a single, ■ The 6A will discharge air, while preventing
non-adjustable port. the discharge of condensate or steam. An
■ 1/2” female x 3/4” male dual thread. outlet check valve prevents re-entry of air.
■ Max. Operating Pressure to 3 psig.
■ Cast iron body with stainless steel
■ Overall max. pressure to 15 psig.
internals. 3/4” male pipe connection;
■ Air vent height: 6½” Maximum operating pressure to 15 psig;
7” height.

Order Order
Description Description
No. No.
Model 76, Main Vent for one-pipe vacuum HK1070 Model 6A, for Steam Heating, 3/4” connection SG1010

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Air Vents for One-Pipe Steam Heating

Huh? One-Pipe Steam?” Simple One-Pipe Radiator
Supply
If you have a boiler producing steam to Steam System Valve Air Vent
heat the building, and the radiators have
an air vent installed on the side and there One pipe
supplies Same pipe No steam trap or
is no steam trap installed on the radia- returns
steam return piping here!
tor, you most likely have a one-pipe condensate
steam heating system: Only one pipe Main Vent important!
supplies the steam and allows for conden-
sate (steam turned into water) to leave
the radiator and head back for the boiler
— where the condensate, once again, is
heated into
steam. These
systems need
good air vents!

Here’s a guy STEAM

working on a
steam trap —
One-pipe which you don’t
steam
have on your CONDENSATE
systems
don’t have radiators if you
radiator have a one-pipe
steam traps steam heating
like this . . . system.

Gorton Air Vents — Great for One-Pipe Steam

These Gorton air vents have received critical acclaim as one Order
of the best one-pipe steam heating vents on the market. By Description
No.
installing a correctly-sized Gorton air vent on each radiator,
and a main vent near the end of your condensate return Model 4, Standard Vent for the room where
line, you will balance your one-pipe steam heating system. thermostat installed, 1/8” angle pipe. Height: 2⅜” GX1005
Well, at least in theory. Air needs to be removed from your Model 5, Vent for standard radiators that are
steam heating system. Air trapped in your system will normally easy to heat, 1/8” angle pipe.
prevent steam from getting where it needs to go — And if GX1010
Height: 2⅜”
the steam heat can’t get there, you’re one “cold” camper. EQUAL TO Four standard type air valves

◄ Models 4, 5, 6, Model 6, Vent for larger radiators and those

C and D are used harder to heat, ⅛” angle pipe. Height: 2⅜” GX1015
on radiators. Select EQUAL TO Eight standard type air valves
from different air
venting capacities Model C, Vent for even larger and harder to heat
— Big radiators radiators, 1/8” angle pipe. Height: 2⅜” GX1020
need more venting EQUAL TO Fifteen standard type air valves
capacity than small
radiators. Model D, Vent for your largest and/or hardest to
heat radiators. 1/8” angle pipe. Height: 2⅜” GX1025
EQUAL TO Twenty-seven standard type air valves
Model 1
Model 1965, 3/8” Main Vent: Use one for short
Models 1 and 2 are high ca- main, or main running to warm side of building;
pacity air vents for the end of use two or three vents at end of the long main or GX1040
steam mains, unit heaters, con- main running to cold side of building. 3/8” straight
densate receiver tanks and male pipe connection. Height: 3⅜”
more!
■ The Model 1 is found in both Model 1, 3/4” Main Vent: Same as above but
GX1030
homes and smaller commercial with 3/4” straight pipe connection
buildings.
Model ■ The Model 2 is generally used Model 2, Main Vent: Install one or more of these
2 in larger commercial buildings air eliminators at the end of the long main, or the
GX1035
where large steam heating main running to the cold side of the building. 1/2”
systems are found. straight connection. Height: 6⅜”

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Air Vents for One-Pipe Steam Heating Systems

Hoffman Specialty Radiator One-Pipe Radiator Example

Vents for One-Pipe Steam
Radiator
The Hoffman 1A is a great Radiator Air Vent
Adjustable radiator air vent for one-pipe Supply
Port lets you steam heating systems. The Valve
control the
heat output
adjustable port on top of the vents
from the lets you be in control of air dis-
radiator! charge from the radiator.
Got a hard-to-heat radiator?
Crank that baby up to level 6 and
watch that radiator heat up! Air Vents on one-pipe steam systems are critical to
efficient steam heating operation. Air vents may last
Got a radiator that’s too hot? from 2 to 10 years. Longevity is related to the dirt and
Crank that baby down to level 1 debris that may be clogging the vents.
Model 1A and allow more air to stay in the
radiator — reducing heat output. To extend the life of the air vent: In the summer,
when the boiler is off, remove the air vents and place
Order Maximum operating them in boiling vinegar. The acid in vinegar may re-
Description
No. pressure: 1½ psi steam. move the build-up of junk stuck in your vents. Call us if
Model 1A vent, 1/8” HK1005 Pipe connection: ⅛” that doesn’t work — We can sell you some new ones.

The Hoffman 70A is a standard The Hoffman 40 is a Non-

radiator vent for one-pipe steam Non- standard radiator air vent for one- Adjustable
heating systems. Non-adjustable Adjustable pipe steam heating systems. Non Port
port. Not as popular as the 1A Port -adjustable port. Less popular
(above) or the model 40, below. than the 1A or 70A models.
■ This float-type vent is rated to ■ This float-type vent is rated to
work at pressures up to 11 work at pressures up to 6 pounds
pounds psi steam. One-pipe psi steam. One-pipe steam
steam systems should generally systems should generally operate
operate with less than 2 pounds Model 70A with less than 2 pounds psi steam Model 40
psi steam pressure. pressure.
Description Order No. Description Order No.
■ Pipe connection: ■ Pipe connection:
⅛” angle pattern Model 70A vent, 1/8” HK1050 ⅛” angle pattern Model 40 vent, 1/8” HK1025

One-Pipe Venting and Automatic Temperature Control

The 1PS thermostatic Get the temperature control you’ve always wanted in every room!
air valve assembly
replaces the old air Don’t you just hate it when the den is nice and toasty, the kitchen is as hot as a pistol, and
vent installed on the the bedroom is as cold as Siberia? Well, forget about it — Those days are history!
side of your radiator
■ The Macon OPSK non-electric thermostatic valve assembly includes the valve (replaces
the old air vent on the side of your radiators), an air vent (goes on top of the valve) and
the non-electric thermostatic operator (that works like a thermostat!).
■ The temperature controlling operator attaches to the side of the valve.
Simply turn the dial for the room temperature you want!
Air Vent For one-pipe steam heating only. The operator works just
like a thermostat!
Operator Valve Order
Order all 3 pieces for a complete assembly
Body No.
OPSK One-pipe steam kit: Includes 1/8” valve
(installs in place of old air vent), new air vent
Simply remove & vacuum breaker (attaches to valve), and MV1200
the old air vent non-electric thermostatic operator (attaches
and install the 1PS to side of valve). Macon brand.
thermostatic air
valve assembly

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Air Vents for One-Pipe Steam Heating Systems

One-Pipe Steam Air Vents for Steam Convectors
Adjustable The Hoffman 1B is a great Model 71C The Hoffman Models 71A, 71B
Port lets you convector air vent for one-pipe Shown and 71C are all single, non-
control the here.
heat output
steam heating systems. The adjustable port air vents for steam
from the “Adjustable Port” on top of the heating pressures up to 11 pounds
radiator! vents lets you be in control of the psi. Max. temp: 240º F.
air discharge.
The internal telescopic, angle cut
Got a hard-to-heat radiator? siphon tube within the vent
Crank that baby up to level 6 and assures drainage.
watch that radiator heat up!
■ Model 71-A pipe connection:
Got a radiator that’s too hot? 1/8” straight
Crank that baby down to level 1
and allow more air to stay in the ■ Model 71-B pipe connection:
Model 1B Models 71-A, -B, -C
radiator — reducing heat output. 1/4” straight
Operating ■ Maximum operating pressure:
Pressure up to
Operating ■ Model 71-C pipe connection:
1½ pounds psi steam Pressure up to Dual threads —
1½ psi steam ■ Pipe connection: ⅛” straight con- 11 psi steam 1/2” inside (female) x 3/4” outside
nection. Max. temp: 240º F. (male), straight pipe connection.
Order ■ Maximum operating pressure:
Description All models, 11 pounds psi steam
No.
Model 1B air vent, 1/8” straight pipe connection HK1007 Order
Description
No.
The Hoffman Models 41, 43 and Port is not
No. 71-A air vent, 1/8” straight pipe connection HK1052
45 are all single, non-adjustable adjustable
port air vents for steam heating No. 71-B air vent, 1/4” straight pipe connection HK1052B
pressures up to 6 pounds psi.
No. 71-C air vent, dual straight pipe connection:
The internal telescopic, angle cut HK1052C
1/2” female (inside) x 3/4” male (outside)
siphon tube within the vent
assures drainage.
Max. temp: 240º Automatic Venting for One-Pipe Steam
■ Model 41 pipe connection: Convectors and Radiators
1/8” straight
The Sparco brand HV190 is a tiny-sized
■ Model 43 pipe connection: automatic air vent for hot water and
1/4” straight Models 41, 43 & 45 steam systems. Installs in baseboards,
radiators, convectors and high points in
■ Model 45 pipe connection: Operating piping systems to remove the trapped air.
Dual threads — Pressure up to
1/2” inside (female) x 3/4” outside 6 psi steam ■ Rated up to 125 psig for water systems,
(male), straight pipe connection. & to 10 psig for steam heating systems.
■ Maximum temperature for the vent is up
Order to 240º F.
Description
No. ■ Height, 1¼”
Model 41 air vent, 1/8” straight pipe connection HK1030 ■ 1/8” bottom pipe connection.
Model 43 air vent, 1/4” straight pipe connection HK1035 Order
Description
No.
Model 45 air vent, dual straight pipe
HK1040 Hygrovent HV190 Auto Air Vent for hot water
connection: 1/2” female x 3/4” male SA1090
or steam. 1/8” npt connection.

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