Valvesonly are trusted Ball Valve Manufacturers in USA. A ball valve is a type of valve that controls the flow of a fluid by using a spherical ball with a hole in it. When the valve is open, the hole in the ball is aligned with the direction of flow, allowing the fluid to pass through. When the valve is closed, the ball is rotated so that the hole is perpendicular to the direction of flow, blocking the fluid. This simple design makes ball valves easy to operate and reliable for controlling the flow of fluids in various applications.

How does Ball Valve work?
To operate a ball valve, you typically turn a handle or lever attached to the ball. When the handle is parallel to the pipe, the valve is open, and the fluid can flow freely. To close the valve, you turn the handle perpendicular to the pipe, rotating the ball to block the flow. Ball valves are commonly used in plumbing systems, industrial applications, and the oil and gas industry because they are durable, easy to operate, and provide tight shut-off when closed. They are available in a variety of sizes and materials to suit different needs and environments. As Ball Valve Manufacturers in USA, our ball valves offer a cost-effective solution for fluid control due to their reliability, longevity, and low maintenance requirements.

Can ball valve be used for throttling?
While ball valves are primarily designed for on/off control, they can be used for throttling applications under certain conditions. However, limitations and considerations include:

• Precision: Ball valves are not as precise as globe valves for throttling.
• Wear & Tear: Throttling at low flow rates can cause accelerated wear on valve internals, leading to failure.
• Cavitation Risk: Throttling can lead to cavitation, causing damage to the valve in high-pressure applications.
• Control Issues: Poor control stability may occur during throttling, especially at low flow rates.
  For precise throttling, it's better to use valves like globe or control valves, which offer better stability and longevity.

When Ball Valve is used?
Ball valves are widely used due to their versatility, reliability, and ease of operation:

• Quick shut-off: Ideal for starting or stopping flow in pipelines, tanks, and equipment.
• High-pressure systems: Robust design makes them suitable for high-pressure applications.
• Low-pressure systems: Used in water distribution, irrigation, and plumbing systems requiring tight shut-off.
• Corrosive environments: Available in materials suitable for corrosion resistance.
• High-temperature applications: Suitable for use with hot fluids or steam in boilers and thermal plants.
• General-purpose applications: Found in industries ranging from residential plumbing to industrial pipelines.

Types:

• Two piece ball valve
• Double Block and Bleed Ball Valve
• Heavy Duty Investment Casting Ball Valve
• Investment Casting Ball Valve
• Forged Steel Ball Valve
• Jacketed Ball Valve
• Floating Ball Valve
• Top Entry Ball Valve
• Trunnion Ball Valve
• Cast Steel and Cast Iron Ball Valve
• Fully Welded Ball Valve
• Three-piece ball valve

Advantages:

• Simple design: Operates with a quarter turn of the handle.
• Tight seal: Prevents fluid leakage when closed.
• Versatile use: Applicable in plumbing, industrial processes, and oil and gas.
• Low maintenance: Simple design reduces the likelihood of failure.
• High flow rates: Full bore design minimizes pressure drop.
• Bidirectional flow: Controls flow in both directions.
• Wide temperature & pressure range: Suitable for various environments.
• Compact design: Ideal for limited-space applications.

Industries:

• Oil and Gas
• Petrochemical
• Chemical Processing
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Power Generation
• Pulp and Paper
• Marine
• Aerospace
• Mining
• Automotive

Description:

• Available materials: Cast iron, WCB, WCC, WC6, LCC, LCB, F55, F51, F53, Monel, SS304, SS316, CF8, CF8M, Ductile Iron, Titanium.
• PN: PN10 to PN450
• Class: 150-2500
• Size: 1/2” - 48”
• Operations: Lever, pneumatic actuated, electric actuated, and gear-operated
• Ends: Flanged, Buttweld, Socket weld, Threaded

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