Full Bore Pressure Balance Lubricated Plug Valve Introduction
Full Bore plug valves combine the benefits of lubricated plug valves with the added advantage of a full bore design. This feature makes them ideal for use as "Piggable" mainline isolation valves, or in any application where unrestricted internal diameter (ID) is crucial—such as in cases involving high velocity media, abrasion, or to minimize pressure drop (CV losses). These valves are commonly used in industries such as petroleum, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, chemical fertilizers, and power generation.
Known as Pressure Balance Lubricated Plug Valves, they are designed to handle medium pressures ranging from class 150 to 2500 LB and temperatures from -29°C to +180°C, or -40°C to +450°C. Their robust design allows them to effectively cut and connect pipeline media in a variety of challenging conditions.
Main Applications
- Piggable Pipelines: Used as mainline isolation valves or for isolating pig receivers and launchers.
- Critical Bypass Systems: For isolating critical bypasses, vents, drains, and blow-downs to the atmosphere.
- Compressors & Pumps: For isolating compressors and pumps.
- Injection Systems: Used for isolating water, slurry, or gas injection systems.
- Full ΔP Operations: Suitable for any critical operations requiring full differential pressure (ΔP).
Full Bore Pressure Balance Lubricated Plug Valve Specification
Design and manufacture: API 599, ASME B16.34, DIN 3202
Face to face dimensions: ASME B16.10
Flange ends: ASME B16.5
Butt-weld ends: ASME B16.25
Threaded Ends: ASME B1.20.1
Socket-weld Ends: ASME B16.11
Valves Marking: MSS SP-25
Inspection and testing: API 598
Body material: ASTM A216 WCB, ASTM A352 LCB, Alloy Steel ASTM A217 WC6, WC9, Stainless Steel ASTM A351 CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M, Duplex ASTM A890 4A, 5A, Special Alloy, Monel, Bronze C95800, Alloy 20
Trim material: ASTM A216 WCB, ASTM A352 LCB, ASTM A105, Alloy Steel ASTM A217 WC6, WC9, ASTM A182 F11, Stainless Steel ASTM A351 CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M, ASTM A182 F304, F316, F304L, F316L, Duplex ASTM A890 4A, 5A, ASTM A182 F51, F55, Special Alloy, Monel, Bronze C95800, Alloy 20
Size range: 1/2 Inch - 24 Inch, DN15-DN600
Pressure range: Class 150 LB - 900 LB
Drive Mode: Manual, Worm gear, Electric, Pneumatic
Field of Application: Electric/Hydraulic/Municipal Engineering etc; Water/Sea water/Gas etc.