About Metal Seated Ball Valve
Metal Seated 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
Robust Hard Metal SeatingDesigned for demanding applications, the hard metal seat in this ball valve ensures exceptional resistance to wear and abrasion. This makes the valve highly suitable for handling corrosive fluids, steam, and abrasive media like slurries, thus enhancing operational longevity and minimizing downtime even under extreme process conditions.
Enhanced Safety and ReliabilityIncorporating a fire-safe design, double block and bleed capability, and blow-out proof stem, the valve offers multiple layers of protection for critical industrial processes. The antistatic device further reduces the risk of spark generation, while low torque operation simplifies manual or automated control for safe and efficient flow regulation.
Versatile Application and Easy MaintenanceAdapted for use with water, oil, gas, steam, and corrosive fluids, this ball valve supports temperature ranges up to 450C and pressures up to 2500 PSI. Its field-serviceable design ensures maintenance can be performed onsite, reducing operational interruptions in facilities such as chemical plants, power stations, and mining operations.
FAQ's of Metal Seated Ball Valve:
Q: How does the hard metal seat benefit the performance of this ball valve?
A: The hard metal seat offers superior resistance to abrasion and high-pressure conditions, ensuring reliable sealing even when handling aggressive or particulate-laden media. This results in extended service life and consistent leak-tight performance, especially in harsh industrial environments.
Q: What are the usage scenarios for this valve across different industries?
A: The valve is ideal for chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation, pulp & paper, and mining sectors, where it efficiently handles water, oil, gas, steam, and corrosive fluids under high temperature and pressure settings.
Q: When is double block and bleed capability essential for operations?
A: Double block and bleed capability enables safe isolation and maintenance by allowing both upstream and downstream flow blocking, with a means to vent or drain in-between. This feature is indispensable during critical repair or shutdown procedures when zero-leakage standards are required.
Q: Where can the valve be installed and what flange standards are supported?
A: The valve can be installed at various industrial process points using ANSI, DIN, or JIS standard flanges. It is available in multiple end connections such as RF, RTJ, and BW for added installation flexibility.
Q: What maintenance process is required for field serviceability?
A: Routine inspection and servicing can be performed onsite thanks to the field-serviceable design. Assemblies like the seat and stem can be accessed directly, facilitating parts replacement or cleaning without requiring extensive disassembly outside the facility.
Q: Can the valve operate under different power options and what are the benefits?
A: Yes, the valve accommodates manual, pneumatic, or electric actuators via its ISO 5211 mounting pad. This flexibility allows integration into automated systems or manual control, depending on process needs, enhancing convenience and efficiency.