Cargo

Vanne de reflux

A valve installed to control the return flow of condensed vapors or liquids back into a tank or system for process or safety reasons, commonly used in cargo tank inerting and heating cycles.

Quick answer: A valve installed to control the return flow of condensed vapors or liquids back into a tank or system for process or safety reasons, commonly used in cargo tank inerting and heating cycles.

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Quick answer

A valve installed to control the return flow of condensed vapors or liquids back into a tank or system for process or safety reasons, commonly used in cargo tank inerting and heating cycles.

Why it matters

Vanne de reflux matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Vanne de reflux?

In this glossary, Vanne de reflux refers to: A valve installed to control the return flow of condensed vapors or liquids back into a tank or system for process or safety reasons, commonly used in cargo tank inerting and heating cycles.

How is Vanne de reflux used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Navire au terminal : Vanne de reflux ouverte pour la recirculation lors du chauffage de la cargaison, veuillez confirmer la pression."

Why does Vanne de reflux matter in maritime?

Vanne de reflux matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Vanne de reflux?

Vanne de reflux is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Vanne de reflux belong to?

In this glossary, Vanne de reflux is grouped under Cargo. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A valve installed to control the return flow of condensed vapors or liquids back into a tank or system for process or safety reasons, commonly used in cargo tank inerting and heating cycles.

Operational example

Vessel to terminal: Reflux valve open to allow recirculation during cargo heating, please confirm system pressure.

Localized term

Vanne de reflux

Localized example

Navire au terminal : Vanne de reflux ouverte pour la recirculation lors du chauffage de la cargaison, veuillez confirmer la pression.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Cargo

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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