​​Classification of Valves by Function and Structure​

 

  1. ​​Globe Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Primarily used to shut off or regulate fluid flow, suitable for scenarios requiring precise flow control.
    • ​​Features​​: Simple structure and good sealing performance, but with higher fluid resistance.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Water pipelines, steam pipelines, chemical pipelines.
  2. ​​Ball Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Enables rapid switching and shut-off of fluids, ideal for frequent operation or high-pressure differential scenarios.
    • ​​Features​​: Full opening or closing with a 90° rotation, strong sealing performance, and low fluid resistance.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Petrochemical industry, water treatment, natural gas transportation.
  3. ​​Gate Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Fully opens or closes pipelines, not suitable for flow regulation.
    • ​​Features​​: Low fluid resistance but requires significant force to operate, prone to wear over time.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Large water transmission pipelines, oil pipelines.
  4. ​​Butterfly Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Regulates and shuts off fluids, suitable for large-diameter pipelines.
    • ​​Features​​: Compact size, lightweight, cost-effective, but slightly lower sealing performance compared to ball valves.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Water supply and drainage systems, HVAC systems, marine applications.
  5. ​​Check Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Prevents backflow of fluids to protect equipment (e.g., pumps).
    • ​​Features​​: Self-actuated operation without manual intervention.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Pump discharge lines, chemical pipelines.
  6. ​​Safety Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Automatically releases pressure during overpressure events to ensure system safety.
    • ​​Features​​: High sensitivity, requires regular calibration.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Boilers, pressure vessels, oil and gas storage tanks.
  7. ​​Control Valve​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Precisely regulates flow, pressure, or temperature.
    • ​​Features​​: Requires actuators (e.g., pneumatic/electric) for operation, highly intelligent.
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Chemical production, HVAC systems.
  8. ​​Steam Trap​​
    • ​​Purpose​​: Automatically removes condensate and air from steam systems to prevent heat loss.
    • ​​Features​​: Operates based on medium conditions (self-actuated).
    • ​​Typical Applications​​: Steam pipelines, heat exchangers.
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Post time: Apr-21-2025