About L Port Ball Valve
L Port Ball Valve
Size | 2" to 56" (50 mm to 1400 mm) |
ASME Class | Class 150 to 2500 |
Design Standard | API 6D |
Main Feature
Trunnion-mounted Ball Valve design complies to API 6D
Wide portfolio of Side-entry and Top-entry designs
Fugitive emissions
Soft and Metal seated valves complies to ISO 15848-1, Class AH and BH
Fire safe design - to API 607 and API 6FACE Marking
Meets requirements of Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU,
Pneumatic shell test conducted at 1.1 times rated pressure to check shell integrity, when required Double block and bleed (DBB) feature
Valves are designed and tested for automatic cavity relief
Anti-blowout stem design
Coil springs used for consistent seat loading and lower operating torque
Lip seals provided for low temperature services
Primary O ring and Secondary graphite (in 3 stage stem, thrust washer is primary)
Wide portfolio of Side-entry and Top-entry designs
Options: Buried service, Cryogenic
Offered with Electric, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Actuators
In-house Tests Capabilities
Versatile Application and Robust DesignWith stainless steel, cast iron, and brass body options, this L Port Ball Valve caters to industrial, chemical, and water treatment sectors. Its broad port size range of 1/2 inch to 4 inch, together with ANSI, DIN, and BS compatible flanges, allows easy integration into varied piping systems, facilitating both new projects and retrofit applications.
Outstanding Performance and LongevityEngineered with a full-bore body and blow-out proof stem, this valve delivers secure operation and reduced maintenance concerns. Its PTFE or RPTFE seat ensures a high degree of durability, supporting up to 80,000 cycles and providing reliable, leak-free service (Class VI) at temperatures between -20C to 180C.
FAQ's of L Port Ball Valve:
Q: How does the L Port Ball Valve operate in typical industrial applications?
A: The L Port Ball Valve utilizes a lever-operated mechanism, allowing manual control of fluid direction through its three-way structure. This design supports precise diversion or mixing of water, gas, oil, or steam, making it suitable for complex piping layouts in industrial settings.
Q: What benefits does the PTFE/RPTFE seat provide for this valve?
A: PTFE and RPTFE seats offer excellent chemical resistance and durability, ensuring leak-tight performance and minimizing wear, especially under high temperatures and various media, which extends the operational life of the valve to 80,000 cycles.
Q: When should a user consider using the full bore and blow-out proof stem features?
A: The full bore design is ideal when minimal flow restriction and pressure drop are critical, such as in process pipelines. The blow-out proof stem ensures safety during high-pressure operations, making the valve suitable for industrial and chemical plant installations.
Q: Where can this L Port Ball Valve be installed for optimal results?
A: Thanks to its panel mount design and availability with flanged, screwed, or socket weld connections, this valve can be seamlessly integrated into processing plants, water treatment facilities, or chemical manufacturing systems requiring three-way control and secure sealing.
Q: What is the process of ensuring bubble-tight sealing (Class VI Leakage) in this valve?
A: The valve is engineered with high-precision seat and sealing components. The PTFE/RPTFE seats and precisely machined ball ensure tight shutoff, preventing any detectable leakage, making it suitable for critical applications demanding high containment.
Q: How does the valve perform under different media and temperature conditions?
A: This valve is rated for use with water, oil, gas, and steam over a broad temperature range (-20C to 180C), maintaining reliable sealing and mechanical stability across varying process conditions. Its robust materials and design support consistent performance under industrial service.