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Replacing the a steam radiator air/valve

Kenneth_2
Kenneth_2 Member Posts: 2
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Hi I have to replace my steam radiator air valve. The air valve I have is shape like a long cylinder but the new one I have to replace it with is shape like a bullet.(two differnt brands. The old one was Eaton Brand and the New one is Hoffman) My question does the shape make a different in the way steam will run through my house or is it that different brand make the air valve in different shapes?

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  • Dan_29
    Dan_29 Member Posts: 111
    air vents

    Air vent shape makes no difference in the way steam will run through your system. The difference is fixed versus adjustable air vents. Adjustable allows you to vary the rate at which air wiil be expelled from the radiators and steam let in. Adjustables are better for balancing your steam/heating load. Hoffman is a well known and well regarded brand.

    DAN
  • Kenneth_2
    Kenneth_2 Member Posts: 2
    thank you Dan

    Thank You Dan,
    You were right on point I replace my vent and every thing is going smooth thank so much for you advise
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