Steam chest

Definition of Steam chest

the box or chamber from which steam is distributed to the cylinder of a steam engine, steam pump, etc., and which usually contains one or more valves; - called also valve chest, and valve box. See Illust. of Slide valve, under Slide.

See also: Steam

Related Words

chamber, steam engine
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