Metal Plug Valve
A Metal Plug Valve is a quarter-turn rotary valve that uses a cylindrical or tapered plug with a passageway to regulate fluid flow. By rotating the plug 90 degrees, the valve either allows or blocks flow. Constructed from strong metals such as stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, or cast iron, these valves are ideal for applications requiring quick shutoff, reliable sealing, and durability under high pressure and temperature conditions. Available in lubricated, non-lubricated, and sleeved designs, metal plug valves are widely used in oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, and water treatment industries.
Key Features of Metal Plug Valve
- Quarter-Turn Operation: Fast opening and closing with minimal effort.
- Durable Metal Construction: Suitable for high-pressure and high-temperature services.
- Tight Shutoff Capability: Ensures zero leakage with proper sealing.
- Versatile Designs: Available in lubricated, non-lubricated, and sleeved configurations.
- Flow Versatility: Supports on/off, diversion, and throttling applications.
- Low Maintenance: Simple design with long-lasting performance.
- Multiple End Connections: Flanged, threaded, socket weld, and butt weld available.
- Automation Compatible: Can be operated manually, pneumatically, hydraulically, or electrically.
Technical Information
| Parameter | Details |
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Valve Type |
Metal Plug Valve |
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Material Options |
Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Cast Iron |
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Sizes Available |
½” to 24” (custom sizes available) |
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Pressure Ratings |
Class 150, 300, 600, 900 (per ASME/ANSI standards) |
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End Connections |
Flanged, Socket Weld, Butt Weld, Threaded |
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Types Available |
Lubricated, Non-Lubricated, Sleeved, Eccentric, Expanding |
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Operation |
Manual Lever, Gear, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, or Electric Actuator |
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Temperature Range |
-29°C to +425°C (depending on material and sealing design) |
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Design Standards |
API 599 / API 6D / ASME B16.34 / BS 5353 |
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Applications |
Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Chemical Processing, Water Treatment, Power Plants |
Metal Valves Product Range
Custom Product Manufacturing Available
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