Butterfly Valves

Technical Detail

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Design And Manufacturing: API 609 / BS EN 593 / BS 5155 / IS 13095
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Valve Face To Face Dimension: API 609 CAT. B-A / BS EN 558 / BS 6755 PART – I / IS 3095
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Flange Standard Conformity: ASME B16.5 150# RF
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Inspection & Testing: API 598 / BS EN 12266-1
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Top Mounting Flange: ISO 5211
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Seat Leakage: Tight Shut Off

Special Features of Butterfly Valve

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Dual Installation Capability

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Bidirectional Sealing

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Compact and Lightweight Design

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Ease of Use

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Cost-Effectiveness

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Sizes and Configurations

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Wide Range of Applications

Also Available

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Casting in S.S.304, S.S.316 and Aluminium is also provided against requirement.

Diagram

Butterfly Valve Diagram

Material Detail

No. Description Material
01BodyC.I. / WCB / CF8 / CF8M / ALUMINUM
02DiscC.I. / WCB / CF8 / CF8M / ALUMINUM
03ShaftS.S.410 / S.S.304 / S.S.316
04SeatNitrile / EPDM / Silicon / Viton / PTFE / GFT
05"O" RingEPDM
06HEX BOLTS.S.304 / S.S.316
07OperationLever / Gear / PNEUMATIC / ELECTRICAL Actuator
08FastnerS.S 202 / S.S.304
09RetainerM.S / CF8 / CF8M

Flange Dimension

Butterfly Flanged Spherical Wafer / Lugged
Sr. No. Size A O.D. THK PCD Hole Ø No. of Hole
0150mm108.0150.016.3120.719.54
0265mm112.0180.017.9139.719.54
0380mm114.0190.019.5152.419.54
04100mm127.0230.024.3190.519.58
05125mm140.0255.024.3215.922.28
06150mm140.0280.025.9241.322.28
07200mm152.0345.029.0298.522.28
08250mm165.0405.030.6362.025.412
09300mm178.0483.032.2431.825.412
10350mm190.0535.035.4476.328.612
11400mm216.0595.037.0539.828.616
12450mm222.0635.040.1577.931.816
13500mm229.0700.043.3635.031.820
14600mm267.0815.048.1749.334.920
DIMENSIONS ABOVE 600 MM AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Industrial Valve Solutions

Industrial Butterfly Valve Manufacturer in Ahmedabad, India

Forex Valves is based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, and offers industrial valve solutions for pipeline applications. Industrial butterfly valves use a rotating disc to control or isolate fluid flow. Their suitability depends on valve design, body and disc materials, seat configuration, operating pressure, temperature and process medium.

For industrial projects in India and Gulf markets, valve selection involves pipeline size, pressure rating, connection type, material compatibility, operating method and installation requirements. The final configuration should be confirmed against the applicable product documentation.

Industrial Butterfly Valves for Pipeline Applications

A butterfly valve operates through a disc mounted within the flow passage. Turning the stem rotates the disc to open, restrict or close the passage, depending on the valve position and design.

Butterfly valves are used in industrial piping systems when their construction, sealing performance and operating limits suit the application. Configurations can vary by body construction, disc material, seat material, pressure rating and connection style.

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Flow Control and Isolation

The rotating disc changes the available flow passage. Confirm whether the application requires isolation or a specific flow-control duty.

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Material Compatibility

Body, disc, stem, seat and sealing materials should be evaluated against the process medium and operating conditions.

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Project-Specific Selection

Valve size, pressure rating, connection arrangement and actuation requirements need to match the pipeline specification.

Butterfly Valve Design and Material Selection

The performance of an industrial butterfly valve depends on its construction and component compatibility with the process conditions. The body, disc, stem, seat and sealing components should be selected for the intended service.

Before specifying a butterfly valve, verify the following requirements:

  • Required nominal valve size
  • Operating pressure and temperature
  • Applicable pressure rating
  • Body and disc material requirements
  • Seat and seal material compatibility
  • Process medium and operating conditions
  • Wafer, lug or other connection design
  • Manual, pneumatic or other specified actuation
  • Applicable design standards
  • Inspection, testing and documentation requirements

Check the Technical Datasheet

Exact configurations, pressure limits, material options and technical specifications should be verified against the relevant product datasheet before a valve is selected for a project.

Types of Industrial Butterfly Valves

Butterfly valve designs vary according to connection style, construction and operating requirements. The following are general design categories; confirm actual product availability with Forex Valves.

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Wafer Type Butterfly Valve

A wafer type butterfly valve is installed between pipeline flanges. Suitability depends on valve design, flange arrangement, pressure rating and installation requirements.

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Lug Type Butterfly Valve

A lug type butterfly valve has lugs around the body for bolted installation. Confirm permitted installation arrangements and end-of-line suitability from the manufacturer's documentation.

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Pneumatic Butterfly Valve

A pneumatic butterfly valve uses an actuator to rotate the disc. Selection requires suitable operating torque, air supply, actuator configuration and control requirements.

Industrial Applications of Butterfly Valves

Butterfly valves may be considered for industrial flow-control and isolation duties where their materials, sealing performance and operating limits are suitable for the service.

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Water and Utility Piping

Selection depends on fluid characteristics, pressure and temperature conditions, sealing requirements and pipeline design.

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HVAC and Building Services

Verify the required valve configuration, connection arrangement and compatibility with the intended system conditions.

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Manufacturing Facilities

Choose the valve based on the process medium, operating conditions and required isolation or control function.

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Industrial Process Systems

Check material compatibility and operating limits for the specified process before finalizing the valve.

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Selected Chemical Applications

Confirm compatibility of the body, disc, seat and seals with the process fluid and its operating conditions.

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Fluid Distribution Systems

Valve sizing, connection style and pressure rating should align with the pipeline and project specifications.

India and Gulf Markets

Butterfly Valve Enquiries for Gulf Countries

Forex Valves is based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Buyers and procurement teams working on industrial projects in India and Gulf markets can submit their butterfly valve requirements for review.

United Arab Emirates
Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Kuwait and Bahrain

For Gulf-region projects, specify valve size, pressure rating, body and disc materials, seat material, connection style, operating temperature, process medium and actuation requirements. Product suitability, export arrangements and supply availability should be confirmed directly with Forex Valves.

How to Select the Right Industrial Butterfly Valve

Use these steps to prepare a clear technical specification for a butterfly valve enquiry.

Confirm the Application

Identify the process fluid and whether the valve is required for isolation or a specified control duty.

Specify the Size

Provide the nominal valve size and relevant pipeline dimensions.

Check Pressure and Temperature

State operating conditions and the applicable valve pressure rating.

Select Suitable Materials

Verify body, disc, stem, seat and seal materials for the process medium.

Confirm Connection Type

Specify wafer, lug or another required connection configuration.

Determine the Operating Method

Confirm whether manual, pneumatic or another actuation method is required.

Review Project Requirements

Identify applicable standards, inspection, testing and documentation requirements.

Verify Product Documentation

Check the proposed configuration against the manufacturer's datasheet before approval.

Industrial Butterfly Valves from Forex Valves, India

Forex Valves is based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Customers can share their technical requirements to confirm whether a suitable butterfly valve configuration is available.

Explore the Forex Valves product range for related industrial valve products.

For technical specifications and product enquiries, visit the Forex Valves contact page and share the required valve details.

Final valve selection should be based on verified product specifications and the operating conditions of the intended application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an industrial butterfly valve used for?

An industrial butterfly valve is used to control or isolate fluid flow in piping systems when its design, materials and operating limits meet the service requirements.

How does a butterfly valve work?

A butterfly valve uses a rotating disc within the flow passage. Rotating the disc changes the available passage and controls the flow according to the valve position and design.

What is the difference between wafer and lug type butterfly valves?

A wafer type valve is installed between pipeline flanges. A lug type valve has body lugs for bolted installation. Installation compatibility and permitted service arrangements depend on the specific valve design.

What is a pneumatic butterfly valve?

A pneumatic butterfly valve uses an actuator powered by compressed air to rotate the disc. The actuator must suit the valve's operating torque and control requirements.

How do I select a butterfly valve for an industrial project?

Consider valve size, pressure rating, temperature, process medium, body and disc materials, seat material, connection type, operating method and applicable project requirements.

Can Gulf-region buyers enquire about butterfly valves from Forex Valves?

Buyers working on projects in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain can submit their technical requirements for review. Product availability and export arrangements should be confirmed directly.

How can I enquire about butterfly valves from Forex Valves?

Use the contact page linked above to submit the required valve specifications, operating conditions and project requirements.