When it comes to flow control across industries, high-quality soft seated ball valves offer unmatched reliability and performance. Soft seated floating ball valves, in particular, have become a go-to solution for a wide range of applications due to their simplicity, efficiency, and excellent sealing capabilities. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits and features of these trusted valves.
Soft Seated Floating Ball Valves
Soft seated floating ball valves are designed with a ball that is not physically restricted by any component within the valve body. This floating design allows the ball to move slightly and press against the sealing surface when the valve is closed, ensuring a tight seal. They come in both two- and three-piece configurations and are available in standard or customized designs, making them versatile for various industry needs.
These valves are ideal for economical automation, combining high performance with low maintenance. Their low torque design ensures they can be operated easily without requiring significant effort, making them a convenient choice for operators.
Key Benefits of Soft Seated Floating Ball Valves
- Efficient Sealing: The floating ball design ensures the ball creates a tight seal against the valve seat, which prevents any leakage and guarantees reliable operation, especially in pressurized systems.
- Versatile Materials of Construction: These ball valves are available in Carbon Steel (CS), various types of Stainless steels and duplex & super duplex steels, various alloy steels, which makes them suitable for various environments, including corrosive and high-temperature applications.
- Easy Installation and Maintenance: Thanks to their sturdy construction and simple assembly, floating ball valves are easy to install and maintain, reducing downtime and labor costs.
- Fire-Safe Design: In hazardous areas, fire-safe design offers additional protection. Antistatic devices are built into the valve stem to ensure electrical continuity between the ball, stem, and body, increasing safety during operation.
IPC’s offers Unique Features of High-Quality Soft Seated Ball Valves
- Superior Shut-Off Capabilities: The soft seat and high sphericity of the ball provide an excellent surface finish, ensuring a positive shut-off in high-pressure applications.
- ISO Mounting for Actuators: Valves come with ISO 5211 top pads for easy mounting of actuators or gear operators, simplifying automation processes.
- Double Body Sealing: This design feature ensures effective sealing, even under pipeline stress, providing extra security and leak prevention.
- Tight & reliable sealing of stuffing box area.
- SIL 3 certification ensures that valves meet stringent safety standards. SIL 3 certified valves undergo thorough risk analysis, identifying potential failure modes and implementing measures to mitigate risks. SIL 3 certification is widely recognized and accepted across industries, making it easier for organizations to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
Application Areas
Soft seated ball valves are widely used across numerous industries including:
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemical
- Water Treatment
- Chemical Processing
- Power Generation
- Pharmaceuticals
- Paint & Dyes
- Fertilizers
Their versatility, reliable sealing, and ease of use make them a popular choice in all types of systems in various industry sectors.
Conclusion
For industries looking for a reliable, cost-effective, and high-performing valve solution, soft seated floating ball valves are an ideal option. They offer superior sealing, minimal maintenance, and robust construction, making them a trusted choice for flow control applications. Whether you’re upgrading existing systems or installing new ones, these valves deliver quality, safety, and reliability—key components for industrial success.
Optimize your operations with IPC soft seated ball valves — where performance meets reliability!