Product Description

The Forged Steel 3-Way Ball Valve is designed for high-pressure applications, offering reliable and efficient flow direction control in industrial systems. Manufactured from forged steel, this valve provides exceptional mechanical strength and pressure resistance, making it ideal for demanding environments such as oil, gas, petrochemical, and power generation industries. It is primarily used for flow direction switching rather than flow regulation, with options for L-port or T-port configurations. The valve is equipped with flanged connections to ensure a secure and leak-free installation, even under high-pressure conditions.

Product Features

Forged Steel Construction:Constructed from forged steel materials such as A105, F11, or F22, these valves offer superior strength, toughness, and resistance to high pressures. Forged steel valves can withstand pressures up to 5000 psi, ensuring long-term reliability in extreme working conditions.

Three-Way Design (L-Port or T-Port):The L-port 3-way ball valve allows fluid flow direction to be diverted from one inlet to two outlets or vice versa. It is suitable for applications where the flow direction needs to be easily switched.The T-port 3-way ball valve is designed for fluid mixing or diverting, commonly used when different fluids need to be combined or separated efficiently.

Flanged Connections:This valve features flanged connections, providing a secure and reliable seal even in high-pressure systems. Flanged designs are preferred for high-pressure services because they offer better strength and stability than threaded connections, preventing potential leakage.

Precise Flow Direction Control:The design of the 3-way ball valve enables smooth and precise flow direction switching, whether it is for diversion or mixing. The valve ensures minimal flow resistance and reliable performance, even under high-pressure conditions.

High Pressure and Temperature Resistance:The valve is built to withstand a wide range of operational conditions, with a temperature range of -20°C to 450°C and capable of handling pressures up to 5000 psi. This makes it suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure environments.

Corrosion-Resistant Seals:The valve is equipped with PTFE, PFA, or Viton seals, providing excellent resistance to corrosion and chemicals. These materials ensure the valve performs well in harsh media environments while maintaining tight sealing integrity.

Product Advantages

High-Strength Forged Steel:Compared to cast steel valves, forged steel valves offer enhanced strength and toughness, making them ideal for high-pressure applications where durability is crucial.

Flanged Connection for High-Pressure Applications:Flanged connections ensure a strong, leak-free seal under high-pressure conditions, making this valve perfect for critical high-pressure pipeline systems.

Efficient Flow Direction Control:The L-port and T-port designs allow for smooth switching of flow direction or mixing of fluids, ensuring maximum operational flexibility for process systems.

Corrosion Resistance for Harsh Environments:The valve’s seals (such as PTFE, PFA, or Viton) provide excellent protection against aggressive chemicals, ensuring reliable performance even in corrosive environments.

Reliable Performance in Extreme Conditions:This valve performs well under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions, making it ideal for industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, power generation, and refining.