The 317C Compression Ends ball valve combines tube full port construction with a variety of sanitary end connections to deliver outstanding performance in high purity applications.
The valve's uniform bore diameter and polished internal surfaces improve flow characteristics and eliminate pooling of potential contaminants.
- Operating / Test Conditions:
- Temperature Range (PTFE seats): -20° to 350° F
- Maximum Working Pressure (PTFE seats): 1000 psi CWP (1/4" - 1")
- Valves inspected and tested to API 598 and meet MSS SP-61 seat leakage requirements.
- All materials comply with applicable ASTM material specifications and USDA and FDA material requirements.
- Material test reports available upon request. Options:
- Clamp, tube butt weld, extended tube butt weld ends.
- Polish and electro-polish to custom specifications.
- Cavity filled seats.
Features- High-Cycle, Live-Loaded Stem Packing:
- Ensures tight seal.
- Extends service life.
- 3-Piece Swing-in-Place Construction:
- Easy to repair in service line.
- Made of Corrosion-Resistant 316 SS (A-351 Gr. CF8M) with 316L SS (A-351 Gr.CF3M) Weld Ends:
- One valve can be used for many service conditions.
- Blow-Out-Proof Stem:
- Stem is bottom loaded to prevent removal when valve is in service.
- Locking Device:
- Enables plant personnel to secure valve in open or closed position when manually operated.
- Investment Cast:
- Improves dimensional control and reduces porosity.
- Internal Surfaces Roll Burnished Prior to Final Polish:
- Reduces surface porosity
- Improves surface finish.
- Silver Plated Nut:
- Reduces galling on threads.
- Heat Treated Ferrules:
- Assures continuous tight seals.