Jacobus

Buying Guide: Choosing a Steam Vent

Angle or Straight Steam Vent
Jacobus offers the steam vent in an angle style and a straight style. Choose the style that suits how your radiator's vent opening is positioned, and check the size on your old vent before ordering.

What the Vents Do
Each vent has venting capacity equal to 4 ordinary air valves. The vents also reduce radiator noise, assure even heat distribution, and cut fuel consumption, and they have an upgraded nickel plated brass body and valve seat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jacobus make?
Jacobus makes steam vents for steam radiators, offered as an angle steam vent and a straight steam vent in 1/8 in. size. Each one lets air out of the radiator and helps keep water from escaping.

How do I choose the right steam vent?
Match the size and style of your existing vent. Check the 1/8 in. size on your old vent, and choose angle or straight to suit how the vent sits on your radiator. Check your heating system manual if you are unsure.

Where should these vents be used?
They are recommended for radiators near the boiler and in warm rooms, such as second-floor radiators. Have a qualified technician install steam vents, since they are part of a pressure system, and follow the manufacturer's instructions.