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Premium Ball Valves: Precision Flow Control for Every Application

Ball valves are an indispensable component in countless industrial, commercial, and residential fluid handling systems. Engineered for reliability, durability, and superior performance, our range of ball valves provides quick, quarter-turn shut-off with minimal pressure drop and exceptional leak-tight integrity.

Whether you're managing aggressive chemicals, high-pressure gases, or general utility fluids, our ball valves are designed to meet the most demanding operational requirements, ensuring safety and efficiency in your processes.

Key Features

• Quarter-Turn Operation: Provides rapid and easy shut-off or opening with just a 90-degree turn of the handle, ideal for applications requiring quick response.
• Tight Shut-off: The spherical design of the ball, coupled with resilient seats, ensures a bubble-tight seal, preventing leakage and ensuring system integrity.
• High Flow Capacity: Available in full port designs for unrestricted flow, minimizing pressure drop and maximizing system efficiency. Reduced port options are also available for specific applications.
• Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality materials such such as Stainless Steel (304, 316), Carbon Steel, Brass, PVC, and CPVC, ensuring long service life and resistance to corrosion and wear.
• Versatile End Connections: Offered with a wide array of connection types including threaded (NPT, BSPT), flanged (ANSI, DIN), welded (Socket Weld, Butt Weld), and compression, to seamlessly integrate into any piping system.
• Wide Pressure & Temperature Range: Designed to operate effectively across a broad spectrum of pressures and temperatures, tailored to your specific application needs.
• Blow-out Proof Stem: Engineered with a back-seated stem design to prevent the stem from blowing out under pressure, enhancing operational safety.
• Low Maintenance: Robust construction and simple design lead to reduced maintenance requirements and lower total cost of ownership.

Technical Specifications (Typical Range - Specifics Vary by Model)

• Sizes: 1/4" to 24" (DN8 to DN600)
• Pressure Ratings: Class 150 to Class 2500 (PN16 to PN420)
  • WOG (Water, Oil, Gas): Up to 6000 PSI (413 Bar)
• Temperature Range: -20°F to 450°F (-29°C to 232°C) - Dependent on materials of construction and seat selection.
• Body Materials:
  • Forged/Cast Stainless Steel (SS304, SS316, SS316L)
  • Forged/Cast Carbon Steel (WCB, A105)
  • Brass
  • Bronze
  • PVC, CPVC
  • Alloy Steels (e.g., Duplex, Monel, Hastelloy)
• Ball Materials: Stainless Steel, Brass (Chrome Plated), Carbon Steel (Chrome Plated)
• Seat Materials:
  • PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)
  • RPTFE (Reinforced PTFE)
  • PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone)
  • Delrin (Acetal Resin)
  • UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)
  • Metal Seats (for high temperature/abrasive service)
• Stem Materials: Stainless Steel, Brass
• Seal Materials: PTFE, Viton, Buna-N, EPDM
• Standards & Certifications: API 6D, API 608, ASME B16.34, NACE MR0175, ISO 9001 (Manufacturer specific).
• Port Types: Full Port, Standard Port, Reduced Port
• Actuation Options: Manual Lever, Manual Gear, Pneumatic Actuator, Electric Actuator

Common Applications

Our ball valves are extensively used across a diverse range of industries, including:

• Oil & Gas: Upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, wellhead control, pipelines, refineries.
• Chemical Processing: Handling corrosive and hazardous chemicals, process lines, blending.
• Water & Wastewater Treatment: Potable water systems, sewage treatment, irrigation.
• HVAC Systems: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, chilled water lines.
• General Industrial: Manufacturing, power generation, pulp & paper, mining.
• Marine & Shipbuilding: Seawater systems, fuel lines, ballast systems.
• Food & Beverage: Sanitary applications (specific sanitary designs available).
• Pharmaceutical: Clean processes, high-purity applications.
• Residential & Commercial Plumbing: Shut-off valves for water lines, gas lines.

Why Choose Our Ball Valves?

• Uncompromising Quality: Each valve undergoes rigorous testing and quality control to ensure flawless operation and long-term reliability.
• Expert Support: Our team of experienced engineers and sales professionals are available to assist you in selecting the perfect valve for your specific application.
• Extensive Inventory: A wide range of sizes, materials, and configurations are kept in stock for rapid dispatch, minimizing downtime for your projects.
• Customization Options: We offer tailored solutions for unique requirements, including special materials, coatings, and automation packages.
• Competitive Pricing: High-performance valves at cost-effective prices, offering exceptional value without compromising on quality.

Ordering Information

To receive a personalized quote or to learn more about our comprehensive range of ball valves, please contact our sales team today. Provide us with your specific requirements, including:

• Valve Size
• Body Material
• End Connection Type
• Pressure & Temperature Ratings
• Fluid Medium
• Actuation Method (Manual, Pneumatic, Electric)
• Any specific industry standards or certifications