Good Steam Trap
Time Series View
A Thermodynamic or “Disc” trap will have an “open-close-open-close” cycle of anywhere from 4 to 10 times a minute.
Steam Trap “Motorboating” (Leaking)
Time Series View
In this sample the disc no longer shuts closed as it should. Instead it is leaking steam. This is heard as a chattering sound and can be observed in the time series view.
Steam Trap Stuck Open
Time Series View
If the disc is stuck open it will waste steam. The “open-close” pattern will be replaced with a constant rushing sound of steam blowing through.