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China Forged Steel Floating Ball Valve - Suppliers of Manual, Pneumatic, and Electric Options from Factory
Product Details
The forged steel floating ball valve features a floating ball structure that ensures tight sealing by allowing the ball to move slightly under pressure and press firmly against the downstream seat. Combined with advanced sealing materials and precision machining, the forged steel floating ball valve provides excellent leak-tight performance and long service life.
Available with manual lever/gear operation, pneumatic actuators, and electric actuators, the valve can easily meet different automation and remote control requirements in modern pipeline systems.
Key Features
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High Strength Forged Body: The valve body is manufactured from forged carbon steel, stainless steel, or alloy steel, providing higher mechanical strength, improved pressure resistance, and enhanced safety for high-pressure applications.
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Excellent Sealing Performance: Advanced seat materials such as PTFE, RPTFE, PEEK, or metal seats provide reliable sealing and resistance to corrosion, wear, and high temperatures.
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Flexible Actuation Options: The valve supports multiple operation methods including manual lever or gear operator, pneumatic actuator, and electric actuator, making it suitable for both manual pipelines and automated systems.
Specification
Parts & Materials
| No. | Parts | Materials |
| 1 | Body | WCB、CF8、CF8M、CF3、CF3M |
| 2 | Ball | 2Cr13, 304, 316, 316+ STL, etc. |
| 3 | Sealing Ring | PTFE, PPL, 304, 316, 316+ STL, etc. |
| 4 | Stem | 2Cr13, 304, 316, etc. |
| 5 | Stem | Stainless steel X20Cr13 |
| 6 | Bonnet Gasket | EPDM EN681-1 |
| 7 | Gasket | Stainless steel wraps around graphite |
| 8 | Thrust Bushing | PTFE, Graphite |
Dimensions
| Nominal Diameter (DN) | L (Floating Ball PN16) | L (Fixed Ball PN40,64) | D | D1 | D2 | b | Z-d | H | H1 | H2 | A | B |
| 25 | 150 | 165 | 115 | 65 | 85 | 14 | 4-14 | 320 | 60 | 182 | 222 | 161 |
| 32 | 165 | 178 | 135 | 78 | 100 | 16 | 4-18 | 350 | 70 | 188 | 222 | 161 |
| 40 | 180 | 190 | 145 | 85 | 110 | 16 | 4-18 | 370 | 75 | 198 | 294 | 161 |
| 50 | 200 | 216 | 160 | 100 | 125 | 16 | 4-18 | 380 | 85 | 203 | 294 | 161 |
| 65 | 220 | 241 | 180 | 120 | 145 | 18 | 4-18 | 410 | 95 | 222 | 300 | 188 |
| 80 | 250 | 283 | 195 | 135 | 160 | 20 | 8-18 | 420 | 105 | 237 | 300 | 188 |
| 100 | 280 | 305 | 215 | 155 | 180 | 20 | 8-18 | 555 | 115 | 281 | 380 | 268 |
| 125 | 320 | 381 | 245 | 185 | 210 | 22 | 8-18 | 660 | 125 | 300 | 380 | 268 |
| 150 | 360 | 403 | 280 | 210 | 240 | 24 | 8-23 | 724 | 140 | 300 | 450 | 268 |
| 200 | 457 | 502 | 335 | 265 | 295 | 26 | 12-23 | 774 | 170 | 368 | 603 | 268 |
| 250 | 533 | 568 | 405 | 320 | 335 | 30 | 12-25 | 885 | 205 | 418 | 683 | 268 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a forged steel floating ball valve and how does it work?
A forged steel floating ball valve is a quarter-turn valve with a ball that is not rigidly fixed but allowed to float slightly within the valve body. When pressure is applied, the ball is pushed against the downstream seat, creating a tight, leak-free seal. This floating mechanism ensures reliable shutoff performance across a wide range of pressures.
What materials are available for the valve body and sealing components?
The valve body can be manufactured from forged carbon steel (WCB), stainless steel (CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M), or alloy steel. Sealing components such as seats and rings are available in PTFE, RPTFE, PEEK, metal, or graphite materials, depending on the application's temperature, pressure, and media requirements.
What actuation options are supported by the forged steel floating ball valve?
The valve supports a wide range of actuation methods including manual lever operation, gear operator (for larger sizes), pneumatic actuators, and electric actuators. This versatility makes it suitable for both simple manual pipelines and fully automated or remote-controlled pipeline systems.
What pressure and temperature ratings does the valve support?
The forged steel floating ball valve is designed for high-pressure applications, with pressure ratings including PN16 for floating ball configurations and PN40/PN64 for fixed ball configurations. The temperature range varies based on seat material—PTFE seats are suitable for standard temperatures, while metal or graphite seats extend performance to high-temperature environments.
What nominal diameter sizes are available?
The forged steel floating ball valve is available in nominal diameters (DN) ranging from DN25 to DN250, covering a broad spectrum of pipeline sizes. Custom sizes may also be available upon request to meet specific project requirements.
What industries and applications is this valve suitable for?
Forged steel floating ball valves are widely used in oil and gas pipelines, petrochemical processing, power generation, water treatment, chemical plants, and HVAC systems. Their high-strength forged body, excellent sealing performance, and flexible actuation options make them ideal for demanding industrial environments where reliability and safety are critical.
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