Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve | 304/316L ISO 5211 DN15-150

Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve | 304/316L ISO 5211 DN15-150
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Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve — three-piece split-body construction (center body + left/right bolted bonnets, in-line maintenance without removing valve from pipeline), ISO 5211 high mounting platform direct-mount pneumatic/electric/hydraulic actuator no bracket, manual handwheel standard upgradable. PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL seals; full-port; encapsulated seal no cavity retention hygienic. DN15–150 (1/2"–6"), PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class150–300, 1000WOG, custom HP), -29~180°C. Body 304(CF8)/316L(CF3M)/WCB; ball/stem 304/316; blowout-proof stem; anti-static; API 607 fire-safe. Cavity CNC Ra 0.6μm hygienic. Flange RF/clamp/weld/thread FNPT/SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE. Manual/pneumatic/electric. API 608/ASME B16.34/B16.5; tested API 598. Water/oil/steam/gas/corrosive/food-grade. Petroleum/chemical/hygienic food-pharma/water/metallurgy-power. 18-month warranty, OEM/ODM — three-piece in-line maintainable high-platform ball valve for easy automation, hygienic corrosion-resistant service, reliable global industrial.
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Product Introduction

 

A Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve is a quarter-turn (90° rotation) on-off and flow-regulation valve featuring a three-piece split-body construction (a center body section plus left and right bolted bonnets/end caps) and an ISO 5211 standard high mounting platform (a precision-machined mounting pad on top of the valve body that directly accepts pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic actuators without additional brackets or couplings) - engineered for applications requiring easy in-line maintenance, convenient automation upgrade, and reliable sealing in general industrial, chemical, hygienic, and water-treatment pipelines. The three-piece body is the defining structural feature: unlike one-piece or two-piece ball valves (which require removing the entire valve from the pipeline to access internal parts), the three-piece design allows the center body section (containing the ball, seats, and stem) to be disassembled in-line - the left and right bonnets remain bolted to the pipeline, the body bolts are removed, and the center body lifts off for inspection, cleaning, seat/ball/stem replacement, or repair - significantly reducing downtime and maintenance cost, especially in large or hard-to-reach piping systems. This makes the three-piece design ideal for high-cycle, heavy-service, or critical-process applications where valve maintenance must be fast and non-disruptive. The ISO 5211 high platform is the second defining feature: the top mounting pad is manufactured to the ISO 5211 international standard for valve actuator mounting - with standard bolt-hole circle, drive shaft dimension, and flange size per valve torque/size. This means any ISO 5211-compliant pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic actuator can be directly mounted to the valve without custom brackets, couplings, or adapters - ensuring precise stem-to-actuator alignment (no misalignment wear), easy installation, and interchangeability between actuator brands. The valve is typically supplied with a manual handwheel or lever (for manual operation), but the high platform allows field upgrade to pneumatic or electric actuation at any time - simply remove the handwheel, mount the actuator, and connect power/air - no valve modification needed. This "manual-now, automation-later" flexibility is valuable for projects that start manual but plan for future automation, or for spare-parts standardization (one valve body covers manual and automated service). The valve uses PTFE, RPTFE (reinforced PTFE), VITON (fluorocarbon), or PPL seat seals - PTFE for general chemical/water service (zero leakage, -29~180°C), RPTFE for higher pressure/wear (glass/carbon fiber reinforced, better dimensional stability), VITON for high-temperature/oil/hydrocarbon service (-20~200°C, oil-resistant), PPL for steam/thermal oil (to ~220°C). An encapsulated seal option (ball fully encapsulated in PTFE/PFA, or seat design that eliminates cavity) is available for hygienic/sanitary service - preventing medium retention in the valve cavity (no dead legs where bacteria can grow, no cross-contamination between batches). The full-port design (ball bore = port size) provides nearly straight-through flow with minimal pressure drop. The valve body is available in 304 (CF8) stainless steel (general corrosion/water/food), 316L (CF3M) stainless steel (chloride/saltwater/hygienic/pharma - low carbon for weldability), or cast steel WCB (general oil/gas/steam, higher strength, lower cost). The ball and stem are 304/316 stainless steel (corrosion-resistant, same-grade for galvanic compatibility). Safety features include blowout-proof stem (bottom-retained, cannot eject under pressure), anti-static device (discharges static from ball/seat friction to ground - for flammable media), and API 607 fire-safe design (metal backup seats + graphite packing - maintains containment if soft seats destroyed by fire). The valve cavity is CNC machined with inner surface finish Ra 0.6μm (hygienic grade - smooth, easy to clean, resists product adhesion). Sizes DN15–DN150 (1/2"–6"), pressures PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG - customizable higher), temperatures -29°C~180°C (per seal material). Connections are exceptionally versatile: flanged RF (ANSI B16.5/EN 1092/DIN, industrial piping), clamp (general), weld (butt weld/socket weld, high-integrity), thread FNPT (NPT female, small-bore equipment), and hygienic connections including SMS (Swedish Standard, European food/dairy), ISO 2852 (international sanitary), DIN 11851 (German dairy), RJT (British dairy), IDF (Israeli Dairy Federation), and BPE (Bioprocessing Equipment, US pharma/biotech) - covering global hygienic standards. Designed per API 608, ASME B16.34, ASME B16.10, ASME B16.5; tested per API 598 (shell 1.5× rated, seat 1.1× rated). Applicable media include water, oil, steam, gas, corrosive chemicals, and food-grade media. Widely used in petroleum & natural gas, chemical, hygienic (food/beverage/dairy/pharmaceutical/cosmetic), water treatment & municipal, and metallurgy/light industry/papermaking/power/refrigeration/automotive. This valve is the three-piece in-line-maintainable high-platform ball valve solution for easy automation, hygienic corrosion-resistant service, and reliable global industrial flow control.

The three-piece split-body construction combined with the ISO 5211 high platform and extensive hygienic connection options makes this valve uniquely suited for applications requiring frequent maintenance, future automation upgrade, and hygienic/sanitary compliance - particularly in chemical processing, food & beverage, pharmaceutical & biotech, water treatment, and general industrial service where valve uptime and maintenance efficiency are critical. Compared to one-piece and two-piece ball valves, the three-piece design offers: (a) in-line maintenance - center body removable without disconnecting pipeline (one-piece cannot be disassembled; two-piece requires removing from pipeline or partial disassembly with limited access); (b) better seal access - ball and both seats fully accessible when center body removed (two-piece only one side easily accessible); (c) easier seat replacement - both seats replaceable without special tools; (d) better for large sizes - three-piece distributes body stress, easier to manufacture and maintain in DN50+; (e) but slightly larger/heavier/more expensive than two-piece (more body parts, more gaskets, more bolts). For small-bore DN≤25, two-piece is often sufficient; for DN≥50 or critical service, three-piece is preferred. Compared to the high-pressure forged steel three-piece ball valve (a sibling in the series), this valve differs in: (a) pressure - PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG) general industrial vs PN16–420 (Class 900–2500) high-pressure; (b) body material - 304/316L/WCB cast (general/hygienic) vs A105/F304/F316/F11/F22 forged (high-pressure); (c) application - general chemical/hygienic/water vs high-pressure oil/gas/LNG/hydrogen; (d) connection - hygienic connections (SMS/IDF/BPE) available vs high-pressure flange/thread/BW. The high-pressure forged three-piece is for extreme pressure; this valve is for general/hygienic medium pressure. Compared to the stainless steel electric ball valve (another sibling), this valve differs in: (a) body structure - three-piece (in-line maintenance) vs two-piece (standard); (b) actuation - manual standard with high platform (field-upgradable to pneumatic/electric) vs electric actuator standard; (c) hygienic connections - 7 hygienic standards (SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE) vs tri-clover only; (d) cavity finish - Ra 0.6μm hygienic (explicitly specified) vs standard polished; (e) encapsulated seal - available (no cavity retention) vs standard seat. The stainless electric ball valve is for pre-configured electric automated service; this valve is for flexible manual-to-automation and hygienic multi-standard service. For hygienic/sanitary applications, this valve's features are specifically designed: (a) 316L body (weldable, corrosion-resistant, high-purity); (b) encapsulated seal (eliminates cavity dead legs - no trapped fluid/bacteria); (c) cavity Ra 0.6μm (CNC machined smooth surface - easy CIP cleaning, resists adhesion); (d) 7 hygienic connection standards (SMS/ISO 2852/DIN 11851/RJT/IDF/BPE + tri-clamp) - compatible with global sanitary piping systems (European SMS/DIN, British RJT, Israeli IDF, US BPE/3-A); (e) full-port (no flow restriction, no dead legs); (f) PTFE/RPTFE seats (chemically inert, food-grade, easy to clean). This makes the valve suitable for food & beverage (dairy, brewing, beverage, food processing), pharmaceutical (API, formulation, sterile fluids), biotech (fermentation, cell culture), and cosmetic (personal care products) - with the appropriate hygienic connection and surface finish per regional standard. For chemical processing, the three-piece design allows fast seat/ball replacement in corrosive media (where seals wear faster), the 316L body resists acids/alkalis/chlorides, PTFE/RPTFE seats resist chemicals, and the high platform allows remote pneumatic/electric actuation in toxic/corrosive areas (operators not near valve). For water treatment & municipal, 316L resists chlorine/chloride, three-piece allows in-line maintenance in underground/valve vaults (no need to excavate/remove valve), full-port low pressure drop saves pumping energy. For petroleum & natural gas, WCB body for general oil/gas, anti-static + API 607 fire-safe for flammable media, high platform for automated wellhead/process control. For general industrial (metallurgy, light industry, papermaking, power, refrigeration, automotive), the valve's versatility (multiple materials, connections, actuation) and easy maintenance make it a cost-effective general-purpose ball valve. The valve is manufactured under strict quality control with 100% hydrostatic testing (shell 1.5× rated, seat 1.1× rated), and for hygienic models, surface finish inspection (Ra measurement) and cleaning/passivation. Certified to ISO 9001, CE; API 607 fire-safe; 3-A/FDA hygienic optional (with appropriate configuration). With an 18-month warranty and OEM/ODM customization (private labeling, special materials, special connections, hygienic surface finish, actuator integration, encapsulated seal, custom pressure), this valve is a reliable, maintainable, and versatile solution for global three-piece high-platform ball valve applications - from conventional chemical/water to hygienic food/pharma and automated industrial process control.

 

Product Features

 

1.Three-piece Split-body In-line Maintenance 

Three-piece construction - center body + left/right bolted bonnets. Center body (ball/seats/stem) removable in-line without disconnecting pipeline or removing valve - fast inspection, cleaning, seat/ball/stem replacement. Both seats fully accessible. Reduces downtime vs one-piece/two-piece (which require valve removal). Ideal for high-cycle, critical-process, hard-to-reach piping. Body gaskets spiral-wound/PTFE; bolts stainless or carbon steel per body material.

2.ISO 5211 High Platform Direct-mount Automation

ISO 5211 standard top mounting pad - direct-mount any ISO 5211 pneumatic/electric/hydraulic actuator without bracket/coupling/adapter. Precise stem-to-actuator alignment (no misalignment wear), interchangeable between actuator brands. Manual handwheel/lever standard; field-upgrade to automation anytime (remove handwheel, mount actuator). "Manual-now, automation-later" flexibility - one valve body covers manual and automated service, simplifies spare parts.

3.Hygienic Design + Encapsulated Seal + Ra 0.6μm Cavity

Encapsulated seal option - ball fully encapsulated or cavity-free seat design, no medium retention/dead legs (no bacteria traps, no cross-contamination). Valve cavity CNC machined, inner surface Ra 0.6μm hygienic - smooth, easy CIP/SIP cleaning, resists product adhesion. 7 hygienic connection standards: SMS, ISO 2852, DIN 11851, RJT, IDF, BPE, tri-clamp - global sanitary compatibility. 316L body, full-port, PTFE/RPTFE seats - for food/beverage/dairy/pharma/biotech/cosmetic.

4.Premium Materials + Corrosion Resistance

Body: 304 (CF8) stainless (general water/food/mild chemical), 316L (CF3M) stainless (chloride/saltwater/hygienic/pharma, low-carbon weldable), cast steel WCB (general oil/gas/steam, high strength, lower cost). Ball & stem: 304/316 stainless (same-grade galvanic compatible, no bimetallic corrosion). Seats: PTFE (general, -29~180°C, zero leakage), RPTFE (reinforced, higher pressure/wear), VITON (oil/hydrocarbon/high-temp -20~200°C), PPL (steam/thermal oil to 220°C). Adapts to water, oil, steam, gas, corrosive chemicals, food-grade media.

5.Full-port Low Resistance + Safe Reliable

Full-port design - ball bore = port size, nearly straight-through flow, minimal pressure drop (resistance coefficient ≈ same-length pipe), energy-saving. Blowout-proof stem (bottom-retained, cannot eject under pressure). Anti-static device - ball-stem-body electrical continuity, discharges static, prevents sparks in flammable media. API 607 fire-safe - metal backup seats + graphite packing, maintains containment if soft seats destroyed by fire. Safe for flammable/explosive/hazardous media.

6.Wide Connections + Sizes + Global Standards

Connections: flange RF (ANSI B16.5/EN 1092/DIN), clamp, weld (BW/SW), thread FNPT, hygienic SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE. Sizes DN15–150 (1/2"–6"). Pressure PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class150–300, 1000WOG, custom higher). Temp -29~180°C (per seal). Operation: manual handwheel, pneumatic, electric. Design: API 608, ASME B16.34, B16.10, B16.5. Test: API 598 (shell 1.5×, seat 1.1×). ISO 9001/CE; API 607 fire-safe; 3-A/FDA hygienic optional. 18-month warranty. OEM/ODM private labeling, custom materials/connections/hygienic finish/actuator/encapsulated seal.

 

Working Principle

 

A Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve operates on the principle of a ball that rotates 90° between fully open and fully closed positions, with the ball housed in a three-piece split body (center body + left/right bolted bonnets) and the valve topped with an ISO 5211 standard high mounting platform for direct actuator mounting. The valve consists of a center body section (containing the ball cavity, stem bore, and top mounting platform), two end bonnets (left and right, each with a seat pocket and connection end), body bolts (connecting center body to bonnets), body gaskets (between center body and bonnets), an O-type ball (full-port), two seat rings (PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL), a valve stem, stem packing (PTFE/graphite), a packing gland, an ISO 5211 mounting pad (integral with center body or bolted), a manual handwheel/lever (or pneumatic/electric actuator), and end connections (flange/clamp/weld/thread/hygienic). The three-piece body principle is the core structural differentiator: (1) Center body: the middle section contains the ball cavity, stem bore, and top mounting platform - it is the "core" of the valve. (2) Left/right bonnets: the two end sections each contain a seat pocket and the pipeline connection end - they bolt to the center body from both sides. (3) Body bolts: typically 4–8 bolts (per size) pass through the bonnets and thread into the center body (or through both with nuts) - clamping the three sections together with body gaskets. (4) In-line disassembly: to maintain the valve, the body bolts are removed, the center body (with ball, seats, stem) lifts off vertically (or slides out) - the left and right bonnets remain connected to the pipeline. This allows full access to the ball and both seats without breaking the pipeline connection. (5) Reassembly: new seats/ball/stem installed, center body placed back, bolts torqued to spec, valve tested. This is much faster than removing a one-piece/two-piece valve from the pipeline (which requires disconnecting both ends, supporting the valve, and often using a come-along or crane). The ISO 5211 high platform principle: (1) Standard mounting: the top pad is manufactured per ISO 5211 - with standard flange size, bolt-hole circle diameter, bolt size/count, and drive shaft dimension per valve torque rating (ISO 5211 defines F03–F25 mounting flanges for different torque ranges). (2) Direct mount: an ISO 5211-compliant actuator (pneumatic rack-pinion/scotch-yoke, electric quarter-turn, hydraulic) has a matching bottom flange - it bolts directly to the valve pad, and the actuator drive shaft engages the valve stem directly (via a square or double-D coupling). (3) No bracket needed: unlike valves with a non-standard stem top (which require a custom bracket + coupling to mount an actuator), the ISO 5211 pad eliminates brackets - reducing parts, cost, and misalignment. (4) Precise alignment: the standard interface ensures the actuator drive shaft and valve stem are concentric - no side loading, no wear, smooth operation. (5) Interchangeability: any brand of ISO 5211 actuator fits - customers can choose actuator per preference/availability. (6) Manual-to-automation upgrade: the valve ships with a manual handwheel/lever mounted on the ISO 5211 pad. To upgrade, remove handwheel, mount actuator, connect air/power - done in minutes, no valve modification. The ball rotation principle: when the handwheel or actuator rotates the stem, the ball turns 90°. At fully open (90°), ball bore aligned with pipeline - full-port unobstructed flow, minimal pressure drop. At fully closed (0°), solid ball blocks flow - seats press against ball, tight seal. The full-port principle: ball bore diameter = pipe/port diameter - maximum flow capacity (Cv), minimal pressure drop, no fluid entrapment (hygienic). The sealing principle: (a) PTFE seat - conforms to ball, zero leakage ANSI Class VI, chemically inert, -29~180°C. (b) RPTFE (reinforced PTFE) - PTFE filled with glass fiber/carbon fiber/mineral - better dimensional stability, higher pressure capability, less cold flow, more wear-resistant than pure PTFE; for higher pressure/wear service. (c) VITON (fluorocarbon/FKM) - oil/hydrocarbon resistant, -20~200°C, for oil/gas/fuel/high-temp; not for steam/strong acids. (d) PPL - modified polyphenyl ester, to ~220°C, for steam/thermal oil. (e) Spring-loaded seats - spring behind each seat maintains contact force, compensates wear/thermal expansion. The encapsulated seal principle (hygienic option): (a) Encapsulated ball - the ball is fully encapsulated in PTFE or PFA (a thin polymer coating over metal ball core) - no metal exposed to medium, no cavity between ball and seat, no medium retention. (b) Cavity-free seat design - seats are designed to fill the ball cavity (no gap between ball OD and body cavity), eliminating dead legs where fluid can be trapped. (c) This is critical for hygienic/sanitary service - trapped fluid in standard ball valve cavities can spoil, grow bacteria, or cross-contaminate batches. The hygienic connection principle: (a) SMS (Swedish Standard SMS 11450) - common in Northern European food/dairy, circular nut + gasket. (b) ISO 2852 - international sanitary clamp (tri-clover style), global. (c) DIN 11851 - German dairy standard, threaded union + gasket. (d) RJT (Ring Joint Type, British) - UK dairy, threaded collar. (e) IDF (Israeli Dairy Federation) - Israeli/middle-east dairy. (f) BPE (Bioprocessing Equipment, ASME BPE) - US pharmaceutical/biotech, high-purity, precise dimensions, surface finish requirements. (g) Each standard has different clamp/coupling dimensions - the valve end is machined to the specified standard for direct compatibility with customer's sanitary piping. The cavity surface finish principle: the body cavity (ball cavity, port, seat pocket) is CNC machined to Ra 0.6μm (arithmetic average roughness 0.6 micrometers) - this is a hygienic-grade finish (standard industrial casting is Ra 3.2–6.3μm; hygienic requires Ra ≤0.8μm; high-purity/pharma Ra ≤0.4μm electropolished). Ra 0.6μm is smooth enough to resist product adhesion and allow effective CIP cleaning, while being cost-effective for general hygienic service. The stem sealing principle: PTFE or graphite packing rings around stem, compressed by packing gland - external stem seal. PTFE for general/corrosive; graphite for higher temperature/fire-safe. The blowout-proof stem principle: stem has larger diameter shoulder at bottom - internal pressure cannot push stem out. The anti-static principle: steel balls/springs between ball-stem and stem-body ensure electrical continuity - static discharged to ground. The API 607 fire-safe principle: metal backup seats behind soft seats + graphite packing - if soft seats destroyed by fire, metal backup maintains containment. The valve can be installed in any orientation, though the ISO 5211 platform/actuator should be positioned upright (or per actuator manual) for manual operation and to prevent water ingress. The valve is for on-off service (and light modulating with actuator positioner) - for continuous high-velocity throttling, verify seat material (PTFE may wear; RPTFE/VITON/PPL better). For hygienic service, specify encapsulated seal, 316L, hygienic connection, Ra 0.6μm (or electropolish), and passivation.

 

Application Scenarios

 

• Petroleum & Natural Gas Industry

Oil/gas exploration, gathering, transportation, refining - WCB or 316 body for general/corrosive crude/product, anti-static + API 607 fire-safe for flammable media, ISO 5211 high platform for automated wellhead/process control (pneumatic/electric remote), three-piece in-line maintenance in refinery/plant (fast seat replacement without pipeline shutdown), flange/thread connections, full-port low pressure drop for high-flow transmission, DN15-150 covers process equipment to plant piping.

• Chemical Industry

Acids, alkalis, solvents, corrosive chemical transport, reaction vessel feed, chemical processing - 316L body resists chloride/pitting and aggressive chemicals, PTFE/RPTFE seats chemically inert, three-piece in-line maintenance (fast seat/ball replacement in corrosive service where seals wear faster), ISO 5211 high platform for remote pneumatic/electric actuation in toxic/corrosive areas (operators not near valve), flange/thread connections, zero leakage prevents toxic/corrosive release, explosion-proof actuator optional for flammable chemical areas.

• Hygienic Industry (Food, Beverage, Dairy, Pharma, Cosmetic)

Sanitary processing lines, CIP/SIP, dairy, brewing, beverage, food, pharmaceutical sterile fluids, biotech fermentation, cosmetic - 316L body, encapsulated seal (no cavity retention/dead legs), cavity Ra 0.6μm hygienic (easy CIP, resists adhesion), 7 hygienic connections (SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE/tri-clamp) for global sanitary piping, full-port no dead legs, PTFE/RPTFE food-grade seats, 3-A/FDA compliance optional, three-piece easy disassembly for cleaning/inspection, manual or automated for batch process control.

• Water Treatment & Municipal Engineering

Urban water supply/drainage, sewage treatment, water conservancy, desalination, pure water - 316L resists chlorine/chloride (municipal water chlorinated, seawater desalination), three-piece in-line maintenance in underground/valve vaults (no need to excavate/remove entire valve), full-port low pressure drop saves pumping energy, flange/thread connections for municipal piping, ISO 5211 platform for SCADA automated control, IP65/IP67 actuator for outdoor/wet, long corrosion-resistant life in wet/chlorinated environments.

• General & Other Industries

Metallurgy (cooling water, process fluids), light industry, papermaking (pulp/chemicals), power stations (auxiliary water/steam), refrigeration (refrigerants, ammonia), automotive fluid filling, compressed air, inert gas - 304/316L/WCB body per medium, PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL seats per temp/medium, multiple connections (flange/clamp/weld/thread/hygienic), manual or pneumatic/electric via ISO 5211, three-piece easy maintenance, compact for equipment integration, wide pressure-temp range, OEM for equipment manufacturers, replaces one-piece/two-piece valves where in-line maintenance needed.

 

Quality Assurance

 

Our Three-piece High-platform Ball Valves are manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system, with every valve undergoing rigorous inspection and testing at each production stage - because these valves are used in general industrial, chemical, hygienic, and potentially hazardous (flammable/corrosive) pipelines where body leakage, seal failure, or actuator misalignment causes safety hazards, product contamination, and costly downtime.

Raw material control: every body/ball/stem material batch comes with a mill test certificate (MTC EN 10204 3.1) verifying chemical composition and mechanical properties; 304/CF8 verified for 18Cr-8Ni; 316L/CF3M verified for 16Cr-10Ni-2Mo + low carbon (≤0.03%) by PMI spectrometer; WCB verified for tensile/yield/impact; PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL seat materials verified for grade and temperature rating; hygienic gaskets (EPDM/silicone) verified for food-grade compliance (FDA 21 CFR 177.2600); body gasket material verified per pressure/temp.

Body manufacturing: three-piece cast or forged body (center body + left/right bonnets) - investment casting (CF8/CF3M) or sand casting (WCB); solution annealing (austenitic stainless - 1050–1100°C, water quench) to restore corrosion resistance; normalizing (WCB); 100% visual inspection for casting defects; center body cavity, ball pocket, stem bore, ISO 5211 mounting pad (flange size, bolt-hole circle, drive shaft) machined to precise dimensions; left/right bonnets seat pockets, connection ends, bolt holes machined; body mating faces (center-to-bonnet gasket surface) machined flat for gasket sealing; body wall thickness verified per pressure rating; connection ends verified per standard (flange ASME B16.5, thread NPT gauge, hygienic SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE gauge/template); ISO 5211 mounting pad verified per ISO 5211 (bolt circle, bolt size, shaft dimension) - critical for actuator interchangeability; for hygienic models, cavity surface polished/CNC machined to Ra 0.6μm and verified by surface roughness tester.

Ball & seat: O-type ball spherical surface precision-machined, ground, polished; ball bore verified for full-port dimension; ball surface finish verified (Ra ≤0.2μm for PTFE seat); encapsulated ball (if option) verified for coating integrity (no pinholes, spark test); PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL seats inspected for dimensional accuracy, material quality, surface finish; ball-to-seat fit verified by blue contact test (≥90%); seat spring verified.

Stem & packing: stem machined, ISO 5211 drive end (square/double-D) verified for actuator engagement; blowout-proof shoulder verified; stem packing (PTFE/graphite) inspected; stem straightness/concentricity verified.

ISO 5211 platform & actuator interface: mounting pad flatness verified; bolt-hole positions verified (coordinate measuring or template); drive shaft dimension verified; actuator mounting test - sample valves mounted with ISO 5211 actuator to verify fit, alignment, and smooth operation (no binding, no misalignment).

Assembly: three-piece body, ball, seats, stem, packing, gaskets, bolts assembled per procedure; body bolts torqued to spec (cross-pattern); ball rotation tested - smooth 90° without binding; manual handwheel operation tested; ISO 5211 actuator mount test (sample); encapsulated seal verified (no cavity gap, per design).

Pressure testing: 100% hydrostatic shell test at 1.5× rated pressure - zero visible leakage (critical for three-piece body gasket seals); 100% seat leak test at 1.1× rated pressure - soft seat ANSI Class VI (no visible bubbles); body gasket leak test - verify no leakage at center-bonnet joints (three-piece has two extra gasket joints vs one-piece/two-piece); hygienic models - surface finish inspection (Ra), passivation (citric/nitric), clean packaging; encapsulated seal models - cavity retention test (verify no trapped fluid).

Function testing: full-port flow resistance verified (Cv); actuation torque measured; anti-static verified (≤10Ω); fire-safe metal backup seats verified present; hygienic connection gasket fit verified.

Coating & marking: exterior - stainless natural finish (standard) or electropolish; WCB epoxy paint; valve permanently marked with material, pressure, size, seal type, connection, ISO 5211 mounting size, and hygienic designation.

Documentation: shipped with hydrostatic test report, material certificate (MTC 3.1), seal material certificate, hygienic surface finish report (if hygienic), ISO 5211 mounting verification (if required), dimensional inspection report, and installation/operation/maintenance manual including three-piece disassembly procedure, bolt torque values, ISO 5211 actuator mounting, hygienic CIP guidelines, and seal replacement.

Warranty: 18 months from shipment or 12 months from installation (valve body); pneumatic/electric actuator 12 months (per actuator manufacturer); extended warranty and third-party inspection (BV, SGS, TUV) available.

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is the difference between one-piece, two-piece, and three-piece ball valves, and why choose three-piece?

A: Ball valves are categorized by body construction - one-piece, two-piece, and three-piece - they differ in disassembly, maintenance, size range, and cost: One-piece (single-piece) ball valve: - Construction: body cast/machined as a single unit (no body bolts/gaskets). - Advantages: smallest, lightest, lowest cost, no body gasket leak points, rigid. - Disadvantages: cannot be disassembled - internal parts (ball/seats) not accessible; if seal fails, entire valve replaced; limited to small sizes (typically DN15–50, 1/4"–2"). - Best for: small-bore, low-cost, non-critical applications (compressed air, water, general utility) where valve replacement is acceptable. Two-piece ball valve: - Construction: two body halves bolted together (one body joint, one gasket set). - Advantages: can be disassembled (one side removable), lower cost than three-piece, available in wide size range (DN15–300+). - Disadvantages: disassembly requires removing valve from pipeline (or at least disconnecting one end); only one side easily accessible (the other seat is harder to reach); body joint can leak if bolts loosen. - Best for: general-purpose, medium-size, standard maintenance (DN15–200), where occasional maintenance is needed but in-line access is not critical. Three-piece ball valve: - Construction: center body + left/right bonnets, bolted together (two body joints, two gasket sets). - Advantages: in-line maintenance - center body (with ball/seats/stem) removable without disconnecting pipeline (bonnets stay on pipe); both seats fully accessible; fast seat/ball/stem replacement; better for large sizes (DN50+); easier to maintain in hard-to-reach locations. - Disadvantages: slightly larger/heavier/more expensive (more parts, more gaskets, more bolts); two body gasket joints (potential leak points, though properly torqued gaskets are reliable). - Best for: critical process, high-cycle, large-size (DN≥50), hard-to-reach, or hygienic applications where fast in-line maintenance is required and downtime is costly. Why choose three-piece (this valve): (a) In-line maintenance - if your valve is in a critical process line, underground vault, elevated piping, or hard-to-reach location, three-piece allows maintenance without removing the valve (saves hours of downtime vs two-piece). (b) Frequent seal replacement - in corrosive/abrasive media where seats wear regularly, three-piece allows fast seat change. (c) Large sizes DN≥50 - three-piece is easier to manufacture/maintain in larger sizes; one-piece not available, two-piece maintenance becomes cumbersome. (d) Hygienic/sanitary - three-piece allows full disassembly for cleaning/inspection (critical for food/pharma batch changeover); encapsulated seal option. (e) Future automation - this valve's ISO 5211 high platform + three-piece body makes it a versatile workhorse (manual now, automation later, easy maintenance). Selection guide: - DN≤25, non-critical, low-cost: one-piece. - DN15–200, general purpose, standard maintenance: two-piece (lower cost). - DN≥50, critical process, frequent maintenance, hygienic, hard-to-reach: three-piece (this valve). - If unsure for DN50–100: three-piece is the safer choice (only ~20–30% more than two-piece, saves much more in downtime). Important for three-piece: (a) Body gasket maintenance - three-piece has two gasket joints; use proper gaskets (spiral-wound/PTFE per medium/temp) and torque bolts to spec (cross-pattern) to prevent leakage. (b) Bolt material - stainless bolts for stainless body (avoid galvanic corrosion); carbon steel bolts for WCB body. (c) In-line disassembly procedure - relieve pressure, drain valve, remove body bolts, lift center body vertically (support the center body - it can be heavy for DN≥100), inspect/replace, reassemble, torque, test. When ordering, specify your size, application, and maintenance requirements - we will recommend one-piece/two-piece/three-piece accordingly. For most industrial/hygienic/critical applications DN≥50, three-piece is recommended.

 

Q: What is ISO 5211 high platform, and how does it help with actuator mounting?

A: ISO 5211 is an international standard for valve actuator mounting interfaces (officially ISO 5211:2017 "Industrial valves - Part-turn actuator attachments") - it defines the dimensions of the mounting flange, bolt-hole pattern, and drive shaft for quarter-turn valve actuators (pneumatic, electric, hydraulic). What the high platform includes: (1) Mounting flange: a flat pad on top of the valve body with standard bolt-hole circle diameter and bolt size/count per torque rating. (2) Drive shaft: the valve stem top extends through the pad with a standard dimension (square or double-D) to engage the actuator output shaft. (3) Standard sizes: ISO 5211 defines F03 through F25 mounting flanges (F03 smallest, F25 largest) - each corresponds to a torque range and bolt pattern. For example: F03/F04 = ~15–50N·m (small DN15–25); F05/F07 = ~50–200N·m (DN32–50); F07/F10 = ~200–600N·m (DN65–100); F10/F12 = ~600–1500N·m (DN125–150). (4) This valve's high platform: the top pad is machined to the appropriate ISO 5211 size per valve DN/torque - so any ISO 5211-compliant actuator (of matching F-size) bolts directly on. Benefits of ISO 5211 high platform: (a) Direct mount - no bracket: the actuator bolts directly to the valve pad - no custom bracket, no coupling, no adapter. This reduces parts, cost, and installation time. (b) Precise alignment: the standard interface ensures the actuator output shaft and valve stem are concentric and aligned - no misalignment (which causes side loading, wear, binding, and premature failure). (c) Interchangeability: any brand of ISO 5211 actuator fits - customers can choose their preferred actuator (e.g., Auma, Rotork, Emerson, local brands) without valve modification. (d) Manual-to-automation upgrade: the valve ships with a manual handwheel/lever on the ISO 5211 pad. To upgrade to pneumatic/electric: remove handwheel (4 bolts), mount actuator (4 bolts), connect air/power - done in minutes. No valve modification, no piping change. (e) Spare parts standardization: one valve body works for manual, pneumatic, or electric service - reduces spare valve inventory. (f) Field replaceable actuator: if actuator fails, swap with any ISO 5211 actuator - no custom parts. How to select actuator for ISO 5211 valve: (1) Determine required torque (valve size × pressure × safety factor 1.5–2×). (2) Match ISO 5211 F-size (e.g., DN50 PN16 ~100N·m → F05/F07). (3) Choose actuator type: pneumatic (rack-pinion/scotch-yoke, double-acting/single-acting), electric (on-off/modulating, voltage), hydraulic. (4) Verify actuator has ISO 5211 bottom flange (most modern actuators do). (5) Mount directly - bolt on, connect. Manual operation on high platform: the manual handwheel/lever also mounts on the ISO 5211 pad (via a manual operator with ISO 5211 bottom flange) - so even manual configuration uses the standard interface. Compared to non-standard mounting: valves without ISO 5211 have a bare stem or custom pad - mounting an actuator requires a custom bracket (fabricated per valve), a coupling (to connect actuator shaft to valve stem), and often alignment shims. This is more expensive, less precise, and not interchangeable. Important: (a) Verify F-size: the valve's ISO 5211 pad size must match the actuator's ISO 5211 flange size (F05 valve needs F05 actuator - an F07 actuator will not bolt on). We specify the F-size per valve model. (b) Drive shaft: verify stem drive (square vs double-D) matches actuator output - most ISO 5211 actuators accept both with an adapter insert. (c) Actuator torque: even if F-size matches, actuator must provide sufficient torque (F-size is a range - choose actuator with torque ≥ required). (d) Hygienic/stainless: for hygienic service, the mounting pad may have a stainless finish; for WCB body, painted. When ordering, if you plan to use a specific actuator brand/model, provide the actuator's ISO 5211 F-size and torque - we will confirm compatibility. If you want the valve supplied with actuator mounted, specify actuator type (pneumatic/electric), voltage/signal, and torque - we will mount and test.

 

Q: What hygienic options are available, and which hygienic connection standard do I need?

A: This valve offers extensive hygienic/sanitary options for food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, biotech, and cosmetic applications. Hygienic configuration options: (1) Body material: 316L (CF3M) - preferred for hygienic (low carbon, weldable, corrosion-resistant, high-purity). 304 for less critical food/water. (2) Encapsulated seal: ball fully encapsulated in PTFE/PFA, or cavity-free seat design - eliminates valve cavity dead legs (no trapped fluid, no bacteria growth, no cross-contamination). This is the most important hygienic feature (standard ball valves have a cavity between ball and body that traps fluid). (3) Cavity surface finish: CNC machined Ra ≤0.6μm (standard hygienic) - smooth, easy CIP cleaning. Optional electropolished Ra ≤0.4μm (high-purity/pharma/semiconductor). (4) Hygienic connections: 7 standards available (see below). (5) Seats: PTFE or RPTFE (chemically inert, food-grade, easy to clean). (6) Gaskets: EPDM or silicone (FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 compliant) for hygienic connections. (7) Passivation: citric or nitric acid passivation - removes free iron, enhances chromium oxide film, ensures clean corrosion-resistant surface. (8) Cleaning/packaging: hygienic models cleaned, rinsed with purified water, bagged/capped. (9) Certification: 3-A (US food/dairy), FDA (food contact), EHEDG (European hygienic), ASME BPE (biopharm) - specify which your project requires. Hygienic connection standards (7 options): (a) SMS (Swedish Standard SMS 11450) - common in Northern Europe (Sweden, Germany, Netherlands) food/dairy; circular union nut + gasket, easy to assemble. (b) ISO 2852 (also called tri-clover / tri-clamp international) - global standard, clamp + gasket, most common worldwide, quick-disconnect. (c) DIN 11851 - German dairy/food standard, threaded union + gasket, common in Germany/Central Europe. (d) RJT (Ring Joint Type, also called IDF in UK) - British dairy standard, threaded collar, common in UK/Australia. (e) IDF (Israeli Dairy Federation) - Israeli/Middle East dairy standard, similar to RJT but different dimensions. (f) BPE (ASME BPE - Bioprocessing Equipment) - US pharmaceutical/biotech standard, high-purity, precise dimensions, surface finish and material traceability requirements, for biopharmaceutical. (g) Tri-clamp (3-A style) - US food/dairy (3-A Sanitary Standards), clamp + gasket, similar to ISO 2852 but 3-A certified dimensions. Which connection standard do I need? - United States: tri-clamp (3-A) for food/dairy; BPE for pharmaceutical/biotech. - United Kingdom/Australia: RJT for dairy; tri-clamp for general food. - Germany/Central Europe: DIN 11851 for dairy; tri-clamp for general. - Northern Europe (Sweden/Netherlands): SMS for dairy/food. - Israel/Middle East: IDF for dairy. - Global/international project: ISO 2852 (tri-clamp) - most widely recognized, available globally. - Pharmaceutical/biotech (any region): BPE (US) or ISO 2852 with BPE dimensions - high-purity. Important: (a) Connection standard must match your existing piping - each standard has different clamp/coupling dimensions (they are NOT interchangeable). Verify your piping standard before ordering. (b) Encapsulated seal is critical for hygienic - standard (non-encapsulated) ball valves have a cavity that traps fluid and is NOT suitable for hygienic batch processes (fluid spoils/cross-contaminates). Always specify encapsulated seal for food/pharma. (c) Surface finish: Ra 0.6μm is standard hygienic; for high-purity pharma/semiconductor, specify electropolished Ra ≤0.4μm. (d) CIP/SIP compatibility: PTFE/RPTFE seats and EPDM/silicone gaskets are CIP/SIP compatible (resist most cleaning chemicals and steam to 121–150°C). For SIP >150°C, verify gasket material (silicone to 200°C, EPDM to 150°C). (e) No threads in product contact - hygienic connections (clamp/union) have no internal threads in the wetted path (threads trap product). When ordering for hygienic/food/pharma, specify: 316L body, encapsulated seal, hygienic connection standard (SMS/ISO/DIN/RJT/IDF/BPE/tri-clamp), surface finish (Ra 0.6μm or electropolish), gasket material (EPDM/silicone), certification (3-A/FDA/EHEDG/BPE), passivation, and SIP temperature - we will configure the hygienic version and provide material/surface finish certificates.

 

Q: What pressure/temperature can this valve handle, and what seal do I need?

A: This valve's pressure and temperature capability depend on size, connection, body material, and seal material. Pressure: - Standard: PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG) - for flange, clamp, weld, thread, and hygienic connections. - Custom higher pressure: available on request (e.g., PN4.0–6.4MPa / Class 400–600 for specific sizes). - Note: the original catalog lists "8-20 Bar, 1.6MPa, 150LB/300LB, 1000 WOG" - these are equivalent/overlapping ratings (8–20bar = 0.8–2.0MPa; 1.6MPa = 16bar; Class 150 ≈ 20bar;Class 300 ≈ 50bar;1000WOG ≈ 69bar for water/oil/gas at ambient). The consolidated standard rating is PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG) - verify exact pressure per your size/connection when ordering. - Pressure is derated at higher temperature (ASME B16.34). Temperature: - -29°C to 180°C (depending on seal material): - PTFE: -29°C ~ 180°C - general, excellent chemical resistance, zero leakage. Most common. May cold-flow above 180°C. - RPTFE (reinforced PTFE): -29°C ~ 180°C (similar temp to PTFE, but higher pressure/wear capability). - VITON (FKM/fluorocarbon): -20°C ~ 200°C - oil/hydrocarbon/fuel resistant, high-temp; NOT for steam/strong acids/alkalis (attacked). - PPL: up to ~220°C - saturated steam, thermal oil, higher temperature. - Note: body material (304/316L/WCB) can handle higher temperature, but seat seal is the limiting factor. For >220°C, need metal hard seal (not standard for this valve - contact us for high-temp metal seal version). Seal selection guide: - Water (cold/hot), glycol, dilute acids/alkalis, general chemical: PTFE (most versatile, ≤180°C). - Higher pressure/wear, water/oil, general: RPTFE (reinforced, better than PTFE for pressure/wear). - Oil, petroleum, fuel, hydrocarbon, high-temp (≤200°C): VITON (oil-resistant - PTFE swells in some oils? No, PTFE is oil-resistant too, but VITON has better high-temp oil resistance and lower permeability). - Steam 100–220°C, thermal oil: PPL (high-temp stable; PTFE may degrade with repeated steam cycling). - Food/pharma (water/steam/CIP): PTFE or RPTFE (food-grade, chemically inert; verify FDA compliance). - Ozone, strong oxidizers: PTFE (VITON may be attacked by ozone/strong oxidizers). - Strong acids (HCl, H2SO4 dilute): PTFE/RPTFE (excellent). - Solvents (most organic): PTFE/RPTFE (resists almost all solvents). - Refrigerants (ammonia, Freon): PTFE or VITON (per refrigerant compatibility). Important: (a) Do not exceed seal temperature - PTFE above 180°C cold-flows; VITON above 200°C degrades; PPL above 220°C degrades. (b) For >220°C, this standard valve (PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL) is not suitable - use our high-temperature ball valve with metal hard seal (to 800°C/1200°C). (c) For cryogenic (<-29°C), use low-temp seal (special PTFE or metal) - standard PTFE/RPTFE may become brittle below -29°C. (d) VITON is NOT for steam - VITON degrades in steam/hot water above ~100°C (use PTFE/PPL for steam). (e) VITON is NOT for strong acids/alkalis - use PTFE. (f) Pressure-temperature derating: at high temperature, pressure rating decreases - verify combined pressure-temperature per ASME B16.34. When ordering, specify your medium, maximum pressure, maximum temperature, and connection - we will recommend the appropriate seal (PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL) and verify pressure-temperature rating.

 

Q: Can this valve be automated (pneumatic/electric), and how do I select the actuator?

A: Yes - this valve's ISO 5211 high platform is specifically designed for direct actuator mounting. The valve is typically supplied with manual handwheel/lever (standard), but can be supplied with or field-upgraded to pneumatic or electric actuator. Actuation options: (1) Manual (standard): handwheel or lever mounted on ISO 5211 pad - for on-off manual operation. (2) Pneumatic: rack-pinion or scotch-yoke pneumatic actuator, double-acting (air-to-open/close) or single-acting spring-return (fail-safe), with solenoid valve (on-off) or positioner (4-20mA modulating). Fast response (0.5–5s), high torque, intrinsically safe for hazardous areas (no electrical at actuator). (3) Electric: quarter-turn electric actuator, on-off (limit switches) or modulating (4-20mA/0-10V), voltage 24V DC/110V/220V AC/380V, with manual override. Precise modulating, no compressed air needed, quieter. (4) Hydraulic (less common): hydraulic actuator for very high torque / high pressure. How to select actuator: (1) Determine required torque: valve torque depends on size, pressure, medium, and seal. Typical (approximate, safety factor 1.5–2×): DN15–25 → 15–100N·m; DN32–50 → 50–200N·m; DN65–80 → 200–600N·m; DN100–150 → 600–2000N·m. High pressure/corrosive/sticky media increase torque. (2) Match ISO 5211 F-size: the valve pad has a specific F-size (F03–F12 for DN15–150). The actuator must have the matching ISO 5211 bottom flange. (3) Choose actuator type: - Pneumatic if: fast response needed, have compressed air, hazardous area (intrinsically safe), high torque in compact size, fail-safe spring-return needed. - Electric if: precise 4-20mA modulating, no compressed air, quiet operation, DCS/PLC electrical integration, large-bore high torque. - Manual if: infrequent operation, no power/air available, low cost. (4) Choose control mode: on-off (solenoid for pneumatic, switch for electric) or modulating (positioner 4-20mA for pneumatic, 4-20mA/0-10V for electric). (5) Choose protection: IP65/IP67 (outdoor/washdown); explosion-proof Exd II BT4 (hazardous area - for electric actuator; pneumatic is intrinsically safe but solenoid must be explosion-proof). (6) Accessories: solenoid valve, positioner, limit switch, air filter-regulator (pneumatic); position feedback, heater (electric). Field upgrade from manual to automated: (1) Remove manual handwheel (4 bolts on ISO 5211 pad). (2) Mount actuator (4 bolts) - direct fit, no bracket. (3) Connect air (pneumatic) or power (electric). (4) Test operation. This takes ~15–30 minutes, no valve modification, no piping change. Important: (a) Verify ISO 5211 F-size - valve pad and actuator flange must match (F05 valve → F05 actuator). (b) Torque margin - actuator torque should be 1.5–2× required valve torque (for safety, and to overcome stiction after long periods closed). (c) Fail-safe - for emergency shutdown, choose single-acting pneumatic (spring-return) or electric with fail-safe (battery/spring). (d) Hygienic areas - actuator mounted above valve (not in product area); stainless actuator option for washdown. (e) High-cycle - for >1000 cycles/day, verify actuator cycle life and seat wear (PTFE may wear; RPTFE better). When ordering, specify: actuation type (manual/pneumatic/electric), if pneumatic: double/single-acting, control (on-off solenoid / 4-20mA positioner), air supply; if electric: voltage, control (on-off / 4-20mA modulating), protection (IP), explosion-proof; and required torque/F-size if you have a specific actuator. We will supply valve with actuator mounted and tested, or valve with manual handwheel for later field upgrade.

 

Q: What sizes, pressures, materials, connections, actuators, certifications, and warranty are available?

A: Size: DN15–DN150 (1/2"–6"), customizable for larger sizes. Pressure: PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG) standard; customizable higher pressure (PN4.0–6.4MPa / Class 400–600). Temperature: -29°C~180°C (PTFE -29~180, RPTFE -29~180, VITON -20~200, PPL to 220 - seal is temperature-limiting factor). Body material: 304 Stainless Steel (CF8), 316L Stainless Steel (CF3M), Cast Steel (WCB). Ball & stem material: 304/316 Stainless Steel. Seal material: PTFE, RPTFE (reinforced), VITON (FKM), PPL. Encapsulated seal: Available (hygienic - no cavity retention). Cavity surface finish: CNC machined Ra 0.6μm (hygienic grade); electropolished Ra ≤0.4μm optional (high-purity). Stem packing: PTFE or graphite. Body gasket: Spiral-wound, PTFE, or metal (per pressure/temp). Connection: Flanged RF (ANSI B16.5/EN 1092/DIN), Clamp, Weld (BW/SW), Thread FNPT, Hygienic (SMS, ISO 2852, DIN 11851, RJT, IDF, BPE, tri-clamp). Port design: Full Port (standard). Valve core: O-type spherical ball, approximate quick-opening. Flow configuration: 2-way. Body construction: Three-piece (center body + left/right bolted bonnets). Mounting platform: ISO 5211 standard high platform (direct actuator mount). Actuation: Manual handwheel/lever (standard), Pneumatic (rack-pinion/scotch-yoke, double/single-acting), Electric (on-off/4-20mA modulating), Hydraulic (optional). Actuator voltage (electric): 24V DC, 110V AC, 220V AC, 380V (customizable). Actuator control: On-off (limit switches) / Modulating (4-20mA/0-10V). Actuator protection: IP65 (standard), IP67 (optional); explosion-proof Exd II BT4 (electric, optional). Anti-static: Yes (ball-stem-body continuity). Fire-safe: API 607 (metal backup seats + graphite packing). Blowout-proof stem: Yes (bottom-retained). Leakage: Soft seat ANSI Class VI (zero visible leakage). Design standard: API 608, ASME B16.34, ASME B16.10, ASME B16.5; ISO 5211 (mounting). Face-to-face standard: ASME B16.10, API, DIN, GB (per valve standard). Flange standard: ASME B16.5, EN 1092, DIN, GB/T 9113, JIS. Test standard: API 598 (shell 1.5× rated, seat 1.1× rated). Certification: ISO 9001, CE; API 607 fire-safe; 3-A/FDA/EHEDG/BPE hygienic optional. Passivation: Citric/nitric acid (hygienic/corrosion optional). Applicable medium: Water, oil, steam, gas, corrosive chemicals, food-grade media, hygienic fluids. Application: Petroleum & natural gas, chemical, hygienic (food/beverage/dairy/pharma/cosmetic), water treatment & municipal, metallurgy/light industry/papermaking/power/refrigeration/automotive. Service life: 5–10+ years normal service (with maintenance). Warranty: 18 months from shipment or 12 months from installation (valve body); pneumatic/electric actuator 12 months. MOQ: 1 piece standard; custom hygienic/large-bore minimum 1 piece project-based. Lead time: standard 20–35 days; custom hygienic/actuator-mounted/large-bore 30–50 days. Payment: T/T 30% deposit + 70% before shipment, L/C at sight. FOB: Shanghai/Ningbo. OEM/ODM: private labeling, custom materials (special alloys), custom connections (hygienic standards), hygienic surface finish/electropolish, encapsulated seal, actuator integration (pneumatic/electric), custom pressure, custom paint. Spare parts: seat kit (PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL), ball, stem, packing, body gaskets, bolts, actuator seal kit. Please provide size, pressure, medium, max temperature, body material (304/316L/WCB), connection (flange/clamp/weld/thread/hygienic standard), seal material, actuation (manual/pneumatic/electric), hygienic options (encapsulated seal, surface finish, certification), and any special options when requesting a quotation.

 

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Item Specifications
Product Model Three-piece High-platform Ball Valve
Valve Type Quarter-turn Ball Valve - on-off and light modulating, three-piece split body, ISO 5211 high mounting platform, general industrial/hygienic service
Body Construction Three-piece split body - center body + left/right bolted bonnets (in-line maintenance, center body removable without pipeline disconnection)
Mounting Platform ISO 5211 standard high platform - direct-mount pneumatic/electric/hydraulic actuator, no bracket needed; manual handwheel standard, field-upgradable
Ball Design O-type Spherical Ball, full-port, approximate quick-opening flow characteristic
Stem Design Blowout-proof stem (bottom-retained), ISO 5211 drive end (square/double-D), anti-static
Port Design Full Port (standard)
Encapsulated Seal Available (hygienic option - no cavity retention/dead legs)
Nominal Diameter DN15–DN150 (1/2"–6"), customizable larger
Nominal Pressure PN1.0–2.5MPa (Class 150–300, 1000WOG) standard; customizable higher (PN4.0–6.4MPa / Class 400–600)
Working Temperature -29°C ~ 180°C (PTFE/RPTFE -29~180°C, VITON -20~200°C, PPL to 220°C - seal is temperature-limiting factor)
Applicable Medium Water, oil, steam, gas, corrosive chemicals, food-grade media, hygienic fluids
Connection Mode Flanged RF (ANSI B16.5/EN 1092/DIN), Clamp, Weld (BW/SW), Thread FNPT, Hygienic (SMS, ISO 2852, DIN 11851, RJT, IDF, BPE, tri-clamp)
Flow Characteristic Approximate quick-opening (O-type ball)
Action Range 0°–90°
Driving Mode Manual handwheel/lever (standard), Pneumatic (rack-pinion/scotch-yoke, double/single-acting), Electric (on-off/4-20mA modulating), Hydraulic (optional)
Actuator Voltage (electric) 24V DC, 110V AC, 220V AC, 380V (customizable)
Actuator Control On-off (limit switches) / Modulating (4-20mA DC or 0-10V DC)
Actuator Protection IP65 (standard), IP67 (optional); explosion-proof Exd II BT4 (electric, optional)
Valve Body Material 304 Stainless Steel (CF8), 316L Stainless Steel (CF3M), Cast Steel (WCB)
Ball & Stem Material 304/316 Stainless Steel
Seat Seal Material PTFE, RPTFE (reinforced), VITON (FKM), PPL
Hygienic Gasket Material EPDM, Silicone (FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, for hygienic connections)
Stem Packing Material PTFE (standard), Graphite (high-temp/fire-safe option)
Body Gasket Spiral-wound, PTFE, or metal (per pressure/temp)
Cavity Surface Finish CNC machined Ra ≤0.6μm (hygienic grade); electropolished Ra ≤0.4μm optional (high-purity)
Passivation Citric/nitric acid (hygienic/corrosion optional)
Sealing Class / Leakage Soft seat ANSI Class VI (zero visible leakage)
Anti-Static Yes - ball-stem, stem-body continuity (≤10Ω)
Fire-Safe API 607 - metal backup seats, graphite packing
Blowout-Proof Stem Yes - bottom-retained shoulder
Design Standard API 608, ASME B16.34, ASME B16.10, ASME B16.5; ISO 5211 (mounting)
Face-to-Face Standard ASME B16.10, API, DIN, GB (per valve standard)
Flange Standard ASME B16.5, EN 1092, DIN, GB/T 9113, JIS
Test Standard API 598 (shell 1.5× rated, seat 1.1× rated)
Certification ISO 9001, CE; API 607 fire-safe; 3-A/FDA/EHEDG/BPE hygienic optional
Service Life 5–10+ years normal service (with maintenance)
Installation Orientation Any orientation; actuator/handwheel upright recommended
Spare Parts Seat kit (PTFE/RPTFE/VITON/PPL), ball, stem, packing, body gaskets, bolts, actuator seal kit
Warranty 18 months from shipment or 12 months from installation (valve body); pneumatic/electric actuator 12 months
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