Another plumbing question

[cp4449]

Can I use a standard globe valve for the steam feed to a injector? Or is there a nice looking quick acting valve out there?

[AnthonyDuarte]

A standard globe valve will work more than fine. The idea that steam needs to be blasted into an injector for it to work best is nothing more than a myth. We're spoiled that these miniature injectors are able to work with a blast of steam at all. Most, including full sized, don't.

Anthony

[cp4449]

Thanks

[FLSTEAM]

The injector valves on my SHay are both globe valves with the threads machined off the stem. They push/pull for off/on.
Just make sure they are installed backwards to normal i.e. the steam pressure keeps the valve closed..

John B

[hoppercar]

The globe valves will work fine, I have used that for years.....but if your wanting a quick opening valve, I suggest you try contacting trainman...Mercer locomotive....I have a couple of his quick acting valves, and they work great

[Berkman]

Doesn't both locoparts and American Model engineering make MTP sized ball valves? That would be a cost efficient way to have a scale quick acting valve.

[mbrusso39]

I have the American model ball valve for the EE injector on my newest engine, easy to fit in and works great (just as good as my superscale valves I use on the Hudson).