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NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker, Steam Service: MNPT, 1/2 in Pipe Size, For Steam Media - Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers
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NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker, Steam Service: MNPT, 1/2 in Pipe Size, For Steam Media

The NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (MPN VB0500-SS) is a 1/2 in pipe size unit with MNPT steam service, designed for steam media up to 350°F. 3G Electric interprets this demand and delivers the genuine NICHOLSON…

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Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker, Steam Service: MNPT, 1/2 in Pipe Size, For Steam Media
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Manufacturer Part Number
VB0500-SS
Type
For Steam Media, 350°F
Pipe Size
1/2 in
Steam Service
MNPT
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Product Description

The NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (MPN VB0500-SS) is a 1/2 in pipe size unit with MNPT steam service, designed for steam media up to 350°F. 3G Electric interprets this demand and delivers the genuine NICHOLSON part, backed by our specialist depth in controls across 14 industrial departments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker used for?

The NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (VB0500-SS) prevents back-siphonage in steam systems by admitting air when pressure drops. It is used in steam service applications up to 350°F, protecting piping and equipment from vacuum damage in industrial plants.

What are the specifications of the NICHOLSON VB0500-SS?

The NICHOLSON VB0500-SS is a 1/2 in pipe size atmospheric vacuum breaker with MNPT steam service connections. It is designed for steam media at temperatures up to 350°F. The manufacturer part number is VB0500-SS, and it is not for non-steam media.

Where to buy a NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the genuine NICHOLSON VB0500-SS Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker to customers worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. Contact us to order this steam-service vacuum breaker for your industrial application.

How to install a NICHOLSON Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker?

Install the NICHOLSON VB0500-SS in a vertical position above the highest point of the system, with the vent facing downward. Use pipe sealant on the 1/2 in MNPT threads. Ensure the unit is accessible for inspection and not subjected to backpressure exceeding its design limits.

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Common applications for NICHOLSON
Industrial steam condensate removal — Nicholson FTN series C-pattern steam traps in process heating systems
Commercial building radiator control — Nicholson N25-FO radiator valves for hot water and steam heating
High-pressure steam line drainage — Nicholson NFT 250 series in-line traps for 250 psi applications
Space-constrained piping layouts — Nicholson H-pattern steam traps for tight installations in manufacturing plants
Corrosive environment steam trapping — Nicholson stainless steel float traps for chemical processing facilities

NICHOLSON Products

3G Electric supplies NICHOLSON atmospheric vacuum breakers. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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