Stainless Steel Flanged Butterfly Valve
Product Overview:
The Stainless Steel Flanged Butterfly Valve is designed for robust and reliable performance in various industrial applications. It features durable stainless steel construction and flanged connections for easy installation and maintenance. This valve comes with both hard and soft sealing options to meet different operational needs.
Stainless Steel Material:
– 304 Stainless Steel:
– Corrosion Resistance: 304 stainless steel offers good resistance to oxidation and corrosion in moderately corrosive environments.
– It is suitable for applications involving water, air, and some chemicals.
– However, it may not be ideal for highly corrosive environments or applications with high chloride content.
– 316 Stainless Steel:
– Corrosion Resistance: 316 stainless steel provides superior resistance to corrosion, especially in chloride environments.
– It is highly resistant to pitting and crevice corrosion.
– This grade is ideal for marine applications, chemical processing, and other harsh environments.
– It ensures a longer service life in aggressive conditions.
– 304L Stainless Steel:
– Corrosion Resistance: 304L stainless steel is similar to 304 but with a lower carbon content.
– The lower carbon content enhances its resistance to intergranular corrosion.
– This makes it suitable for welded applications.
– It offers good corrosion resistance in a variety of environments but may not be as resistant to chloride-induced corrosion as 316.
– 316L Stainless Steel:
– Corrosion Resistance: 316L stainless steel is a low-carbon version of 316 stainless steel.
– It provides enhanced resistance to intergranular corrosion.
– It is highly resistant to aggressive chemical environments and chloride exposure.
– This makes it suitable for critical applications in industries like pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and marine environments.
Sealing Types:
– Hard Seal:
– Features a metal-to-metal sealing surface.
– It is ideal for high-temperature and high-pressure applications.
– Provides a strong seal with minimal leakage.
– Ensures reliable performance in demanding conditions.
– Soft Seal:
– Equipped with a PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) lining.
– PTFE offers excellent chemical resistance and a tight seal.
– This option enhances sealing performance and reliability.
– It is suitable for applications with corrosive fluids.
Flanged Connection:
– Advantages:
– Easy Installation: Flanged connections simplify installation and maintenance.
– The valve can be easily bolted to flanged pipe sections.
– This allows for quick and secure assembly.
– Leak-Free Operation: The flanged design ensures a secure and leak-free connection between the valve and piping system.
– It reduces the risk of leaks.
– Alignment: Flanged connections help maintain proper alignment of the valve with the piping system.
– This minimizes stress on the valve and enhances operational reliability.
– Flexibility: Flanged valves can be easily removed for maintenance or replacement.
– This is done without disturbing the existing piping system.
Media and Working Conditions:
– Media Compatibility: The valve is suitable for handling a wide range of media.
– This includes water, air, gases, steam, and various chemicals.
– The choice of stainless steel grade and sealing type enhances compatibility with specific media.
– Working Conditions:
– Temperature Range: Operates effectively across a broad temperature range.
– The stainless steel material and sealing options ensure reliable performance in both low and high temperatures.
– Pressure Range: Designed to handle medium to high-pressure environments.
– The valve maintains its functionality under varying pressure conditions.
– Chemical Exposure: With the soft seal option, the valve can handle aggressive chemicals and corrosive substances.
– This makes it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Summary:
The Stainless Steel Flanged Butterfly Valve combines the durability of various stainless steel grades with the ease of flanged connections. The choice between 304, 316, 304L, and 316L stainless steel allows for tailored corrosion resistance based on the application’s specific needs. The valve is available with both hard and soft sealing options. It is suitable for diverse media and working conditions, ensuring reliable performance in industrial settings.
