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BY JOSEPH V.
V MESSINA, CPD
Source: Fac
• MSS SP-80: Bronze Gate, e Globe,
e Angle
n e, V lves constructed of
Va
and Check Va V lves for bronze gate, thermoplastics are used
globe, angle, and check valves widely l to carry corrosive
VALVE MATERIALS fluids w ere conv
wh n en- are ava ailable. Generally, plastic valves
A valve may a be constructed of several tional valves are not suitable or other alloy are limited to a maximum temperature
types of materials, both metallic and non-
ty metals are very exp
x ensive. It is suggested of 250°F (121.1°C) and a maximum pres-
metallic. Metallic materials include brass, that thermoplastic valves can be used in sure of 150 pounds per square inch gauge
bronze, cast iron, malleable iron, ductile 85–90 percent of all utility t servi
v ces. (1,035 kilopascals). A ailable valve typ
Av t es
iron, steel, and stainless steel, and nonme- Many n differ
ff ent t
typ es of thermoplastic and their sizes are given in Ta
T ble 1.
tallic materials are ty l thermoplas- materials are used in the construction VALVE RATINGS
typically
tics. of valves, and all standard valve typ t es
Manufactures rate their valves in terms
Bronze and brass valves usually are of saturated steam pressure or pres-
limited to sizes 2 inches and smaller TTable 1 Thermoplastic materials and valve types sure of non-shock cold water, r oil, or
and are used for water services. Brass Valve Design g Materials Size Range
g , in. gas (WOG), or both. The rating appears
valves should not be used for operating Ball,, union design g PVC,CPV
, C,PP , P,PVDF
, ¼–4 on the body of the valve. A valve with
temperatures above 450°F (232.2°C), Ball,, compac p t design
g PVC,CPV
, C ½–3 the markings “125” and “200 WOG”
and bronze valves should be limited Ball,, multipor p t PVC,CPV
, C,PP , P,PVDF
, ½–3 will operate safely at a saturated steam
Diaphr
p agm g PVC,CPV
, C,PP , P,PVDF
, ½–10
to uses below 550°F (287.8°C). Cast pressure of 125 psi (861.3 kPa) or 200
Butterflyy PVC,CPV
, C,PP , P,PVDF
, 1½–24
iron valves commonly are used for Globe PVC,CPV
, C,PP , ½–4 psi (1,378 kPa) cold water, r oil, or gas.
water and steam up to 450°F (232.2°C). Gate PVC 1½–14 The plumbing designer should
A higher tensile strength iron can be Ball check PVC,CPV
, C,PP , P,PVDF
, 1–4 become familiar with these mark- k
used in larger sizes. Malleable iron Swingg check PVC,PP
, P,PVDF
, ¾–8 ings on valves and keep them in mind
valves are stronger, r stiffer
ff r, and more Labcock PVC ¼ during a construction inspection. If
durable than cast iron body valves and Foot PVC,CPV
, C,PP
, P,
,PVDF ½–4
Pressure relief PVC,CPV
, C,PP , ½–4 a valve ruptures, it can cause serious
hold much tighter pressure. This mate- Solenoid PVC,CPV
, C,PP , ½–1 damage and/or injury.
rial can withstand tough stresses and Source: Fac F cilitty Piping Systtems Handbook
STOP
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 125, rated 125 psi SWP,
200 psi non-shock CWP
Check Valves:
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 125, rated 125 psi SWP,
200 psi non-shock CWP
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 125, rated 125 psi SWP,
200 psi non-shock CWP
Medium-pressure Steam
(including up to 200-psi saturated steam to 391°F
[201°C])
Butterfly Valves:
• Not allowed in steam services unless stated as
acceptable for the application by the manufac-
at the Source
400 psi non-shock CWP
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 250, rated 250 psi SWP,
500 psi non-shock CWP
Globe Valves:
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 200, rated 200 psi SWP,
400 psi non-shock CWP High Quality - Large Capacity
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 250, rated 250 psi SWP, Multi-Compartmented Interceptors
500 psi non-shock CWP
Check Valves: • Sized to comply with all National and
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 200, rated 200 psi SWP, Municipal Plumbing Codes.
400 psi non-shock CWP
• Designed to meet EPA and municipal
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 250, rated 250 psi SWP,
sewer pretreatment discharge limits for
500 psi non-shock CWP
fats, oils, grease, and solids.
High-pressure Steam Service
(including up to 300-psi saturated steam to 421°F Two Popular Styles for Sanitary
[216°C]) Sewer Protection: Available with:
Gate Valves: • Manways and Extensions
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP • Passive Grease Interceptors remove large • Traffic Bearing Covers
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP quantities of fats, oils, and grease (FOG), • Superior Corrosion Protection Systems
Globe Valves: and solids discharged from food service with 30 year limited warranty
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP facilities and large commercial and • Rugged Acid Resistant Linings
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP institutional kitchens. • Double-Wall Construction
• Stainless Steel Construction
Check Valves:
• Sand/Oil Interceptors separate sand, oil,
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP
and grease (hydrocarbons and other Features:
• 2½ in. and larger: Class 300, rated 300 psi SWP petroleum products) from automotive • Superior Quality and Workmanship
Fire Protection Systems repair, car washes, and other petroleum • Easy Installation and Maintenance
Gate Valves: and industrial facilities. • High Performance and Reliability
• 2 in. and smaller: Class 175 psi WWP (water work-
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• 2½ in. and larger: Class 175 psi WWP www.lowe-engineering.com staff@lowe-engineering.com
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