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Floating Ball Valves

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Floating ball valves have a ball that is not fixed but floats within the valve body, relying on fluid pressure to create a tight seal against the downstream seat when closed. This design ensures reliable sealing and simple operation. Ideal for various applications including water, oil, and gas, they effectively handle pressure changes and offer ease of maintenance.

Features

  • Self-Sealing: The ball floats and is pushed against the downstream seat by fluid pressure, ensuring a tight seal when closed.

  • Simple Design: The straightforward mechanism offers reliable performance and ease of operation.

  • Pressure Handling: Effective for moderate pressure applications, accommodating pressure changes within the system.

  • Versatile Use: Suitable for various fluids, including water, oil, and gas, across multiple industries.

  • Ease of Maintenance: The design simplifies maintenance and repair due to fewer moving parts compared to more complex valve types.

Standards for Ball Valves

Design Standard BS 5159 / ISO 7121 / BS 5351 / ISO 17292 / API 6D / API 608 / ISO 14313 / ASME B 16.34 / BS EN 12516
Inspection & Testing Standard API 598 / API 6D / BS EN 12266 - 1 / ISO 5208
Fire Testing API 607 / ISO 10497 / BS EN 12266 - II
Face to Face As Per ANSI B 16.10
End Connection Flanged End To ANSI B 16.5 / BS 10 Table D-E-F-H / JIS / PN / DIN / IS Standard
Screwed End To ANSI B 1.20.1 (BSP/NPT)
Socket Weld End To ANSI B 16.11
Size Range 1/4’’ To 12’’ DN6 To DN300 (If higher sizes required, please do contact us)
Pressure Rating 150# / 300# / 600# / 800#
Operation Hand Lever, Gear, Pneumatic, Electrical Actuator (As applicable/as requested)
Port/Bore Reduced or Full Bore
Type of Construction 2 piece or 3 piece
Temperature Range -196 Deg C (Cryogenic application) to 550 Deg C ( High temperature)
Type of Seating PTFE/EPDM/RPTFE/GFT/PEEK/DEVLON/METAL SEATED (As applicable/As requested)
Temperature Range -196 Deg C (Cryogenic application) to 550 Deg C ( High temperature)
Type of Seating PTFE/EPDM/RPTFE/GFT/PEEK/DEVLON/METAL SEATED (As applicable/As requested)

Category: Ball Valves