Industrial Valves
What are Industrial Valves?
Industrial valves are devices used to control or regulate the flow of liquids, gases, or thick mixtures within a system. They are essential for isolation, throttling, and pressure management across pipelines in various industries.
Asiad Steel Industries is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-performance industrial valves under the Racer brand. Our valves ensure leak-proof sealing, long service life, and durability under harsh conditions.
Key Features
Leak-Proof
Jointing
Robust
Construction
High Pressure
Resistance
Standards
Compliant
Corrosion
Resistant
Types of Industrial Valves
Specifications
| Specification Category | Parameter / Feature | Details / Options |
|---|---|---|
| Size Range | Nominal Sizes | ½″ to 48″ (DN15 – DN1200) |
| Custom Sizes | Available on request | |
| Standards | International Standards | ASTM, ASME, API 600/602/603, BS, DIN, ISO |
| Valve Types | Isolation Valves | Ball Valves, Gate Valves, Globe Valves, Plug Valves |
| Flow Control Valves | Butterfly Valves, Needle Valves | |
| Non-Return Valves | NRV (Check Valves) | |
| Connection Specific | Flanged Valves | |
| End Connections | Options | Flanged (ANSI/DIN), Screwed (BSP/NPT), Butt-Weld, Socket-Weld, Tri-Clamp (on request) |
| Material Options | Stainless Steel | SS 304, SS 304L, SS 316, SS 316L |
| Other Materials | Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Cast Iron, Ductile Iron, Bronze | |
| Manufacturing Method | Forged, Investment Casting, Sand Casting, CNC Machining | |
| Surface Finish | External Finish | Painted, Epoxy Coated, Galvanized, Polished (for SS) |
| Seal Materials | Elastomers & Seats | PTFE, RPTFE, Graphite, EPDM, Viton, Metal-to-Metal |
| Working Pressure | Range | Class 150 – Class 2500 (PN10 – PN420) depending on type |
| Working Temperature | Range | −29 °C to +425 °C (−20 °F to +800 °F) depending on material & seals |
| Testing & Certification | Quality Checks | Hydrostatic Test, Pneumatic Test, Helium Leak Test, PMI |
| Certifications | API, ISO 9001, CE, IBR, EN 10204 3.1/3.2 | |
| Applications | Industries | Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Power, Water Treatment, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage |
Dimensions
| Valve Type | Nominal Size Range | Pressure Rating | Face-to-Face Dimension (as per Standard) | End Connection Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Valves | ½″ – 24″ (DN15 – DN600) | Class 150 – 1500 / PN10 – PN250 | ASME B16.10 (Short/Full Port) | Flanged, Screwed (BSP/NPT), Socket Weld, Butt Weld |
| Gate Valves | 2″ – 48″ (DN50 – DN1200) | Class 150 – 2500 / PN10 – PN420 | ASME B16.10 (Standard F-F) | Flanged, Butt Weld, Socket Weld |
| Globe Valves | 2″ – 24″ (DN50 – DN600) | Class 150 – 1500 / PN10 – PN250 | ASME B16.10 (Globe F-F) | Flanged, Butt Weld, Socket Weld, Screwed |
| Check Valves (NRV) | 2″ – 36″ (DN50 – DN900) | Class 150 – 1500 / PN10 – PN250 | ASME B16.10 (Check F-F) | Flanged, Butt Weld, Wafer Type |
| Butterfly Valves | 2″ – 72″ (DN50 – DN1800) | PN6 – PN25 / Class 150 – 300 | ISO 5752 / API 609 | Wafer, Lug, Double Flanged, Butt Weld |
| Plug Valves | ½″ – 36″ (DN15 – DN900) | Class 150 – 600 / PN10 – PN100 | ASME B16.10 | Flanged, Screwed, BW, SW |
| Needle Valves | ¼″ – 2″ (DN6 – DN50) | Up to 6000 PSI (414 bar) | Manufacturer Std. | Screwed (BSP/NPT), Tube Ends, Compression Fittings |
| Flanged Valves | 2″ – 48″ (DN50 – DN1200) | Class 150 – 2500 / PN10 – PN420 | ASME B16.5 / B16.47 | Flanged (RF, FF, RTJ) |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 480 – 800 | MPa (depending on material: SS, CS, Alloy Steel) |
| Yield Strength | 200 – 450 | MPa |
| Hardness | 150 – 240 | HB (Brinell) |
| Elongation | ≥ 25 | % |
| Density | 7.8 – 8.0 | g/cm³ |
| Impact Toughness | ≥ 50 | J (Charpy) |
| Modulus of Elasticity (E) | ~200 | GPa |
| Fatigue Strength | 250 – 400 | MPa |
| Corrosion Resistance | High | (varies with material: SS 304/316, Duplex, Alloy Steel) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 15 – 45 | W/m·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 12 – 17 ×10⁻⁶ | /°C |
| Yield Ratio (YS/UTS) | 0.40 – 0.55 | – |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.27 – 0.30 | – |
| Brinell Hardness Range | 150 – 240 | HB |
| Surface Finish | Ra ≤ 1.6 | μm (machined sealing surfaces) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -100 to 600 | °C (depending on design & material) |
| Pressure Rating | Class 150 – 2500 | ASME / API Standards |
Chemical Composition
| Element | SS 304 (%) | SS 304L (%) | SS 316 (%) | SS 316L (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.0 – 20.0 | 18.0 – 20.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 8.0 – 10.5 | 8.0 – 12.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 0.03 | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 0.03 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 2.00 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.00 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.030 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance | Balance | Balance |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | — | — | 2.0 – 3.0 | 2.0 – 3.0 |
Applications of Industrial Valves
Construction &
Infrastructure
Power Generation &
Energy Sector
Manufacturing &
Fabrication
Medical & Laboratory
Equipment
Electrical &
Electronics Assembly
Oil, Gas & Petrochemical
Installations
Do you have questions?
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