Unox Single Acting Pneumatic Actuator U-PVC Ball Valve for Water Applications
What is a Pneumatic Actuated U-PVC Ball Valve?
A U-PVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) ball valve is a type of valve used to control the flow of liquids, gases, or other media in a pipeline or system. It consists of a spherical component placed inside a housing. The sphere has a hole through its center, and when the valve is open, the hole aligns with the flow direction, allowing the medium to pass through.
When the valve is closed, the ball is rotated so that the hole is perpendicular to the flow, blocking the passage of the medium.
Where Are Pneumatic Actuated U-PVC Ball Valves Used?
U-PVC ball valves are commonly used in plumbing systems, water treatment facilities, and various industrial and commercial applications. They are known for their durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. Since they only require a quarter-turn to operate, they are also very easy to use.
Overall, U-PVC ball valves are a reliable and cost-effective solution for controlling fluid flow in many different applications.
General Properties of Polyethylene Materials:
- High mechanical strength
- Resistant to acids, bases, and solvents
- Excellent dielectric (electrical insulation) properties
- Resistant to environmental conditions
Depending on the connection diameter, actuators ranging from 9 Nm to 400 Nm are used, and optional accessories such as switch boxes and directional valves can also be integrated.
Pneumatic Actuator Models and Torque Values:
- UDA 040 = 9 Nm
- UDA 052 = 25 Nm
- UDA 063 = 50 Nm
- UDA 083 = 94 Nm
- UDA 092 = 135 Nm
- UDA 105 = 270 Nm
- UDA 125 = 400 Nm
Ball Valve Control Methods:
- On/Off control
- Proportional control
Ball Valve Construction:
- A precisely machined aluminum extruded body with internal and external corrosion resistance, designed for long service life and low friction surface finish.
- Symmetrical and easy mounting design; compact pistons made of special aluminum alloy allowing quick operation and reversible functionality by simply repositioning the pistons.
- A high-quality corrosion-resistant steel pinion designed for flexible mounting at 45°–90° angles, compatible with piston stroke at any position.
- Industrial-grade engineering plastic bearing components that minimize wear and reduce friction for fast opening/closing and low maintenance.
- Precision-cut modular gears on pistons and pinions, manufactured with high-accuracy machining for silent, efficient operation.
- Stainless steel fastening elements resistant to long-term corrosion.