Types of Resilient Seated Gate Valve
When
it comes to the classification part of the gate valves, there are many ways to
do it. This is because gate valves exist in many designs and sizes to meet the
different needs of the industries. Each kind of gate valve is popular for its
usage in different fields.
According to the materials
used
Different types of materials are used in the
manufacturing of gate valves. These include brass, and bronze iron, with both
cast iron and ductile iron. In steel, cast carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless
steel, and forged steel are commonly used in the manufacturing process. Also,
there are valves made up of gunmetal which are easily available from the
manufacturers.
Metal vs resilient seated
gate valve
Before the introduction of resilient seated gate valves
in the market, metal seated gate valves were commonly used. The angular sealing devices of a metal seated
valve fail to make a tight closure to sand and pebbles. Irrespective of thorough cleaning of the
pipes, the system cannot be free from impurities. Here, a resilient seated
valve comes in to aid. Its plain valve bottom allows free passage for sand and
pebbles. For the impurities, a quality
rubber surface is created for absorption purposes and removed when the valve
gets open again.
According to wedges
Solid wedge
valve
This kind of valve is used for all liquid types. Mainly,
it is used for turbulent flow because of its strong yet simple build.
Split wedge
valve
Suitable to use for corrosive liquids and non-condensing
gas. It includes two pieces, positioned between the tapered seats in the valve
body.
Flexible wedge
valve
As the name indicates, these valves are rather flexible
and so can be easily used in many different varieties. This type includes
one-piece as well as twin-piece that alter the angle in between the seats. Its
traits make it able to withstand any varying climatic conditions.
According to the bonnet
styles
For small common applications, screw-in bonnets are more
popular. This is because it involves small functioning. While for complex
industrial applications, bolted bonnets are more preferably used.
According to stem
Rising stem
valve
It includes a threaded shaft that can be rotated with a
handwheel. The valve opening position rises stem and descends while the gate
valve is closed.
Non-rising stem
valve
As it is non-rising, the stem remains stationary in this
kind of valve. In the opening position of the valve, there will be no upward
movement. The common use of the non-rising stem valve is in underground tunnels
where there is little or no space.
No matter which type of gate valve you choose for your
specific industrial application, all types come with incomparable sealing
characteristics.
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