One of the most trusted valves in the petroleum industry, these valves combine the strength of forged components with a lightweight and compact spherical design. Fully welded ball valves satisfy ASME/ANSI 150 through 2500 (PN 20 through PN 420) and API 2000 through 10,000 standards. Made of forged steel to assure uniform fine grain structure and toughness, they may be specified in sizes from 2 in. to 56 in. (50 mm to 1400 mm).
Engineered for heavy duty, maintenance free performance, the fully welded ball valve is commonly selected for a number of applications, including:
• Gas transmission • Products pipeline
• Measurements skids • Dehydration systems
• Gas separation systems • Natural gas storage
• Dryer service • NGL plants
• NGL pipeline • Compressor stations
• CO2 services • Offshore • Subsea
The distinctive design of the fully welded ball valve gives it maximum strength at minimum weight as well as maximum resistance both to pipeline pressures and stresses. The compact, spherical design also eliminates body flanges, thus reducing overall size and potential leak paths.