| Application: | Radiator Vent |
|---|---|
| Size: | 1/8" |
| Type: | Float-type Vent |
| System Type: | Steam |
| Max Pressure: | 10 psig |
| Max Operating Pressure: | 6 psig |
| Mount: | Angle |
| Adjustability: | Non-Adjustable |
| Material: | Steel |
| Body Pattern: | Angle |
| Thread Type: | Male |
| Temperature Range (F): | 140°F - 240°F |
| Min Temp (F): | 140°F |
| Max Temp (F): | 240°F |
| Thread Size: | 1/8" |
No. These are for steam systems only... Different psi and fitting... Steam systems go from 3-5maximum pressure and hot water systems are 12-15 psi.
NO!
For single-pipe steam systems, water hammer occurs when the fast moving steam picks up water droplets and throws them into elbows at about 20 mph. This can be caused by a number of factors from improperly graded lines (they should all tilt toward the boiler eventually) to too-fast venting. Dan Holohan's The Lost Art of Steam Heating is a must-have book for single-pipe steam homeowners.
Water hammer occurs when water shuts off suddenly and the fast-moving water rushing through the pipe is brought to a quick halt, creating a sort of shock wave and a hammering noise. Bleeding air out of the system can resolve this issue.
if your water level is too high in the steam boiler it also can cause water hammer due to steam picking up excess water and carrying it through the pipes.
The replacement air vent for the Dole A1 is the Hoffman 401422. There could be a few issues with the steam system that could cause unheated radiator issues. You have to make sure that all the boiler piping is pitched back towards the boiler. You have to also make sure that your boiler is big enough for all the radiators in the system. If the boiler is to small they you will not get steam to all the radiators.
Another remedy would be to shim the vent side of the radiator up a little bit so the water can run back down the pipe. Also, improper venting will cause the rad to not heat the whole way.