3-Piece Carbon Steel Ball Valves
Why 3-Piece Ball Valves?
3-Piece Ball Valves are extremely versatile and offered in many types. The types offered include high temperature, low temperature, vented, different ball types, amongst others. Varying end types are an advantage for those requiring connections such as socket weld, butt weld, npt threaded, flanged, and even some more options. Easy maintenance and accessory compatibility make these valves popular for good reason.
Advantages of Ball Valves
- Multiple design selections dependent on application
- Easy and fast to open or close
- Accessories are available such as position indicators, actuation equipment, etc.
- Lighter weight in comparison to similar-sized gate valves
- Bubble-Tight Seals in varying materials dependent on application
Disadvantages of Ball Valves
- Ball Valves are not ideal for very high cycle throttle applications. Seals may wear more than typical and develop leaks.
- Water or other substances are trapped in the ball when placed in a “closed” position. There are designs that may help with these situations such as V-Balls or Vented Balls, contact us for assistance in selection.
Types of Ball Valve Available
- 1-Piece
- Single Body, not easily repairable
- 2-Piece
- Repairable Body, smallest space required
- 3-Piece
- Easily Repairable, all seals replaceable and valve is easy to clean. Different ends are often available for socket weld, threaded end, flanged end etc.
- Top-Entry
- Allows for maintenance without removing from a pipeline
- Split-Body
- Typically reserved for larger sized valve bodies, these are repairable by disasemmbling the body of the valve from a single flange
For More Information on Ball Valves
Feel free to contact us and we will assist with selection given your exact application and specification.
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