Bronze Ball Valves

Bronze ball valves are a type of industrial valve designed to manage the movement of fluids like water, oil, or gas. Typically crafted from bronze, a resistant alloy, they are well-suited for diverse applications such as marine, plumbing, and HVAC systems. These valves incorporate a spherical ball containing a perforation that can be rotated to regulate fluid flow. Recognised for their robustness, endurance, and capacity to withstand both high and low temperatures, bronze ball valves are commonly utilised in situations demanding reliable and enduring control or closure of fluid flow. Hence, they remain a favoured choice across various industries.

Key Features

Key features and benefits of BV Bronze Ball Valves
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Bronze ball valves exhibit exceptional resistance to corrosion, rendering them well-suited for diverse fluid applications, such as handling seawater and chemicals, without succumbing to deterioration over time.
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The robust nature of bronze ensures the valve's durability in different environments, guaranteeing an extended operational lifespan.
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These valves are capable of accommodating a broad spectrum of temperatures, making them appropriate for both high and low-temperature settings.
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With a design featuring a spherical ball, these valves deliver precise control over fluid flow, facilitating accurate regulation with minimal pressure drop.
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Adaptable across various industries, including marine, plumbing, and HVAC systems, bronze ball valves serve purposes ranging from on/off to throttling applications.
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Their dependable shut-off functionality is instrumental in averting leaks, thereby safeguarding the integrity and safety of the fluid systems in which they are employed.

BV-2705 Bronze Ball Valve

The BV-2705 is a flexible valve crafted for managing fluid flow. It incorporates a Two Piece Bronze LG2 Body, delivering exceptional corrosion resistance and robustness. The valve is equipped with a stainless steel ball and stem, ensuring dependable performance across diverse applications. Its red lever operation facilitates effortless and rapid manual control. With a maximum temperature rating of 180 degrees Celsius, this valve is apt for handling fluids at elevated temperatures, making it a valuable asset in industrial and commercial environments.

Size Range: 1/2" to 4"
Body Materials: Bronze
Body Type: Two Piece Bronze LG2 Body
Applications:
Pressure Rating: 300 psi
End Connections: Screwed BSPP
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BV-2702 Bronze Ball Valve

The BV-2702 is a flexible valve crafted for diverse applications, equipped with a screwed NPT end connection and a Two Piece Bronze LG2 Body to enhance durability. It features a stainless steel ball and stem to guarantee resistance against corrosion and a prolonged lifespan. Its red lever operation facilitates straightforward manual control, making it well-suited for on/off applications. Additionally, it exhibits a high-temperature tolerance with a maximum operating temperature of 180 degrees Celsius, making it an excellent choice for systems demanding heat resistance and fluid control.

Size Range: 1/2" to 2"
Body Materials: Bronze
Body Type: Two Piece Bronze LG2 Body
Applications:
Pressure Rating: 300 psi
End Connections: Screwed NPT
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BV-2701 Bronze Ball Valve

The BV-2701 represents a resilient and adaptable valve crafted to meet diverse application needs. Its threaded BSPP end connection facilitates straightforward installation, while the two-part bronze body, constructed from ASTM B62 bronze, ensures impressive resistance to corrosion and a prolonged lifespan. The valve incorporates a chrome brass ball for dependable flow control. Operable with a red lever for user-friendliness, it boasts a broad temperature range of 0 to 120 degrees Celsius, making it suitable for both standard and moderately heated environments. These Bronze Ball Valves are ideal for a variety of fluid control applications, including water and other compatible fluids, where reliable performance and temperature adaptability are paramount.

Size Range: 1/4" to 2"
Body Materials: Bronze
Body Type: Two Piece Bronze ASTM B62 Body
Applications:
Pressure Rating: 600 psi
End Connections: Screwed BSPP
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bronze ball valves are valve bodies made from bronze material with a spherical disc inside that controls fluid flow. They are used to start, stop and regulate flow in piping systems.
The main parts are the valve body, ball, stem, seat, packing, and end connectors. The ball has a hole bored through the centre and when aligned with the seats allows flow. Rotating the stem and ball 90 degrees stops flow.
Bronze ball valves are commonly used to isolate equipment for maintenance, regulate flow, and as shutoff valves in applications like air, water, steam, oil and gas. They are durable and corrosion resistant.
Advantages include full bore for unrestricted flow, quarter turn on/off operation, tight sealing, and the ability to throttle and regulate flow. Bronze is also resistant to corrosion.
Disadvantages include higher cost than other valve types, seating surfaces can get damaged over time, and limitations on temperature and pressure depending on design.
Rotating the valve handle 90 degrees turns the ball with the bore perpendicular to the flow path, blocking flow between the end connectors. Rotating it back aligns the bore with the seats and allows flow through the valve.
The Cv value represents the flow rate of water in gallons per minute at 60°F with a pressure drop of 1 psi. It's determined by the valve's bore size and ranges from low Cv to full port high Cv values.
Routine maintenance involves cycling the valve, lubricating the stem if needed, and replacing seats and gaskets. The valve may need disassembly to clean or replace internal components.
Pressure ratings range from 150 psi to 4500 psi depending on design. Temperature ranges are -4°F to 450°F for conventional bronze and -325°F to 1000°F for high temp bronze.
Match the valve size to the pipe size. Review Cv values to ensure adequate flow capacity. Also consider pressure ratings and temperature compatibility with the application.
End connections include threaded, soldered, flanged, and compression fittings. Threaded ends are common for low pressure applications. Flanges provide high strength connections.
Key standards include MSS SP-110 for 2-piece bronze valves and MSS SP-72 for 3-piece bronze and steel valves. Manufacturing often complies with ISO, API, ASME, and ASTM standards.

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