Factors to Consider While Selecting China Valve Material

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The efficiency of china valves depends on the quality of the material used. To ensure the safety and the factors continuity, the quality and type of metals play a vital role. There are a variety of materials to choose from. That may be steel, copper, Stainless Steel, PVC, CPVC, aluminum, etc. The main agenda is to choose a material that assures that the fluids stay sealed inside and provide better coherence.  

China Valve Material Selection


The material's exterior must possess a high threshold towards varying factors of temperature, humidity, pressure, and a considerable extent of wear and tear. 


Types of fluids


Usage of steel in valves was a good thing in the past, but its inability to resist corrosion at the hands of some acidic fluids has forced the former out of the race. It is much more advantageous to use an adaptable metal such as stainless steel or CPVC. Although Non - corrosive fluids such as lube oil or nitrogen work well enough with Carbon steel, it is better to invest in materials like SS when fluids include systems like acids, seawater, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, etc. 


Effects of Temperature


Increasing temperature leads to the accumulation of energy within the fluid. This leads to an alarming increase in fluid expansion. The forces accumulated then exert pressure upon the material that is already suffering from elongation and tensile strength factors. Low-quality material in such a case can be a safety hazard. 


Factors of pressure


Industrial Valves must be appropriately designed to take on increasing temperature and pressure. They also need to be considerably thicker to avoid wear and tear. Changing pressure levels can affect fatigue resistance, elasticity, and strength of the valves. 


Selection of Industrial Valve Material 


Cost factors in valve selection are crucial and must be observed carefully. 

Here are some widely used industrial valve options : 


 316 Stainless Steel : 

  • Although being the pricer choice compared to its counterparts, it does provide best-in-class corrosion resistance.


Brass or Bronze :

  •  Low cost but decently corrosion resistant.


 Ductile Iron: 

  • Shock absorption through varying pressure levels.

  • Widely available and inexpensive

  • More vulnerable to corrosion


Inconel : 

  • Withstands hot corrosive fluids


Monel : 

  • Appropriate for valve trim cladding.


Conclusion : 

 

EG Valves have a vast selection of valve material that is of great importance in industrial processes. Different kinds of valves are chosen for various functions. Many factors like temperature and pressure affect the efficient operations of valves and can lead to safety hazards if the wrong choice is made. Therefore it is significant to devote considerable focus when making decisions on valve materials. 
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