Steam Trap (Water Trap) Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India

The Steam Trap (Water Trap) (Product Code: SLE/CH/76) is a standard component fitted into laboratory glassware set-ups to discharge condensate and non-condensable gases from a steam line. By catching the water that forms as steam cools in the connecting tubing, it keeps the flow of steam to the next vessel steady and stops that vessel from slowly flooding. Chemistry teachers, college demonstrators and research technicians use it when assembling steam distillation trains and similar laboratory distillation apparatus in India. It is made by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala.

Key Details

Typical Use

In steam distillation, steam produced in one flask travels through tubing into a second flask that holds the mixture being separated. Some of that steam condenses on the way, and without a trap the water collects in the distilling flask and dilutes the charge. Placed between the steam source and the distilling flask, the trap separates this condensate, and also lets air and other gases that will not condense leave the line so the steam flow is not interrupted.

Mount the trap at a low point of the steam line so condensate drains into it naturally, keep the connecting tubing short, and empty the collected water between runs. Students should handle it with care once the set-up is hot, because steam burns can occur even when the glass looks clear. Pairing a trap with a Liebig condenser and a two-neck round bottom flask gives a complete, classroom-friendly distillation train.

Manufacturer

ScienceLab is the brand name of Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, a manufacturer of laboratory and teaching equipment located in Ambala, Haryana, India. Details of the company and its product lines are available on our company profile.

Related Chemistry Lab Equipment

Other parts of a steam or simple distillation train:

• Distillation Apparatus — the core distillation set into which the steam line feeds
• Fractional Distillation Assembly — for separating liquids with closer boiling points
• Liebig Condenser — condenses the distillate after the distilling flask
• Round Bottom Flask With Two Neck — allows steam inlet and vapour outlet on one flask
• Silicone Tube — flexible tubing for connecting the steam line

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a steam trap do in a glassware set-up?
It removes condensate and non-condensable gases from the steam line, so mostly steam reaches the next vessel and the flow remains steady.

Where should it be placed?
Between the steam generator and the flask receiving the steam, ideally at a low point so the condensed water runs into it.

What size and joint type is it?
Dimensions, material details and connection type are not stated in our current listing. Please contact us with details of your apparatus so we can confirm a compatible trap.

Is it suitable for school practicals?
Yes, it is a standard item for glassware set-ups and suits supervised school and college distillation work.

How is it cleaned after use?
Let it cool completely, drain the water, rinse with clean water and allow it to dry before storage.

What information do you need for an institutional quotation?
Send the quantity, the rest of your distillation set-up, and the delivery location through our contact page or enquiry cart.

Can you ship it outside India?
Yes, we supply customers across India and international markets; shipping arrangements are confirmed with the quotation.

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Last updated: 24 September 2026