What Is A Ball Valve?
What Is A Ball Valve ? A ball valve is a globe valve that controls the flow of liquid or gas through a rotating ball with a hole. By rotating the ball a quarter of a turn (90 degrees) around its axis, the medium can flow through or be blocked. They are characterized by a long service life, even if the valve is not used for a long time, it can provide a reliable seal throughout the service life. Common ball valve types Standard (threaded) ball valve A standard ball valve consists of a housing, a seat, a ball and a lever for rotating the ball. They include valves with two, three, and four ports, which may be internally threaded or externally threaded or a combination thereof. Threaded valves are the most common and come in many types: with approval for a specific medium or application, mini ball valves, angular ball valves, ISO top ball valves with integrated filters or discharge points, the list goes on. They have a wide range of options and large operating...