Ball Valve
Quick On-Off Control with Minimal Pressure Drop
Ball valves feature a spherical closure element that rotates 90 degrees to control flow, providing fast and reliable on-off operation with minimal pressure drop. The ball has a through-hole that aligns with the pipe in the open position and blocks flow when rotated perpendicular to the pipe axis. This simple yet effective design makes ball valves one of the most popular valve types across all industries.
Available in floating ball and trunnion-mounted configurations, these valves excel in applications requiring tight shut-off, low operating torque, and long service life. Full-bore ball valves provide unrestricted flow passage, making them ideal for pigging operations and applications where pressure drop must be minimized. Their compact design, ease of operation, and excellent sealing performance make ball valves suitable for a wide range of pressures, temperatures, and media types.
Key Advantages
- Quick 90° on-off operation
- Minimal pressure drop
- Tight bi-directional sealing
- Low torque operation
- Long service life
- Easy automation capability
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