Company Details
Cangzhou Cencho Tech Solution Co., Ltd.
Business Type:Manufacturer
Main Mark: Italy, Korea, Australia, America, Canada, France, The U.K., Japan and etc
Exporter: 60%-70%
Certs: CE, IS9001
Description: Cangzhou Cencho Tech Solution co.,Ltd was established in 1997. After 20 years of hard work, the company integrates design, development, manufacturing, processing and sales services.

types of ball valve

Ball valves are versatile and commonly used in various industries to control the flow of liquids or gases. They come in different types, depending on their design, application, and material.


1. Based on the Number of Ports

Two-Way Ball Valve

Description: The most common type with one inlet and one outlet.

Application: Used for on/off flow control in pipelines.

Three-Way Ball Valve

Description: Features three ports and allows flow direction control (e.g., T-port or L-port).

Application: Mixing, diverting, or switching flow paths.

Four-Way and Multi-Way Ball Valves

Description: Includes more than three ports for complex flow control.

Application: Specialized industrial systems requiring multiple flow paths.


2. Based on Ball Design

Floating Ball Valve

Description: The ball is suspended in the valve body and pressed against the seat by fluid pressure.

Application: Low- to medium-pressure systems.

Trunnion-Mounted Ball Valve

Description: The ball is supported by bearings or a trunnion, reducing operating torque.

Application: High-pressure and large-diameter pipelines.

Full Port Ball Valve

Description: The ball bore diameter matches the pipeline size, ensuring no flow restriction.

Application: High-flow systems where minimal pressure drop is critical.

Reduced Port (Standard Port) Ball Valve

Description: The ball bore diameter is smaller than the pipeline diameter, creating some flow restriction.

Application: General-purpose systems with moderate flow requirements.


3. Based on Body Design

One-Piece Ball Valve

Description: The valve body is a single unit, offering leak resistance but limited serviceability.

Application: Low-cost and small-scale applications.

Two-Piece Ball Valve

Description: Consists of two pieces for easier maintenance and cleaning.

Application: Medium-duty systems with moderate pressure and temperature requirements.

Three-Piece Ball Valve

Description: Features three segments, allowing complete disassembly for repair and cleaning.

Application: High-performance and industrial applications.


types of ball valve

4. Based on Operation

Manual Ball Valve

Description: Operated by a lever or handwheel.

Application: Simple systems requiring manual flow control.

Actuated Ball Valve

Description: Operated by electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic actuators.

Application: Automated systems and remote operations.


5. Based on Material

Metallic Ball Valve

Material: Stainless steel, brass, or carbon steel.

Application: High-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments.

Plastic Ball Valve

Material: PVC, CPVC, or polypropylene.

Application: Low-pressure systems with non-corrosive fluids.


6. Based on Special Features

V-Port Ball Valve

Description: Features a V-shaped notch for precise flow control.

Application: Systems requiring throttling capabilities.

Cavity-Filled Ball Valve

Description: Designed to prevent fluid accumulation around the ball.

Application: Hygienic industries like food and pharmaceuticals.

Cryogenic Ball Valve

Description: Built to handle extremely low temperatures.

Application: Cryogenic systems like LNG or liquid nitrogen handling.


Each type of ball valve is tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. Let me know if you need help selecting the right ball valve for a particular system!


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