Types of Floating Ball Valves and Their Applications

Standard Floating Ball Valve

Description: The ball is floating and pressed against the seat by fluid pressure, ensuring tight sealing.

Applications: General industrial use for water, air, and non-corrosive fluids in manufacturing, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Full Bore Floating Ball Valve

Description: The bore diameter matches the pipe diameter, minimizing pressure drop and allowing easy cleaning.

Applications: Oil and gas pipelines, water supply networks, and industries requiring pigging or full flow.

Reduced Bore Floating Ball Valve

Description: The bore diameter is smaller than the pipe diameter, suitable for throttling and cost-effective solutions.

Applications: Chemical processing, petrochemical plants, and systems where flow control and pressure reduction are needed.

Three-Way Floating Ball Valve

Description: Features three ports (L-port or T-port) for diverting, mixing, or shutting off flows.

Applications: Irrigation, chemical blending, heating systems, and applications requiring multi-directional flow control.

Fire-Safe Floating Ball Valve

Description: Designed with fire-resistant materials and sealing to maintain integrity during fire exposure.

Applications: Flammable fluid handling in oil refineries, gas pipelines, and hazardous environments subject to fire safety standards.

Anti-Static Floating Ball Valve

Description: Equipped with anti-static devices (e.g., springs) to prevent electrostatic discharge.

Applications: Explosive atmospheres in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and powder handling industries.

Cryogenic Floating Ball Valve

Description: Constructed with materials suitable for low temperatures (down to -196°C) and extended stems to prevent icing.

Applications: LNG processing, cryogenic storage, aerospace, and refrigeration systems.

High-Temperature Floating Ball Valve

Description: Made from heat-resistant materials (e.g., stainless steel, special alloys) for high-temperature operations.

Applications: Power plants, steam systems, metallurgy, and industrial furnaces.