ANSI Class 150 Titanium Ball Valve – Two-Piece Gr5 Fire Safe Flanged Full Port Ball Valve

The ANSI Class 150 Titanium Ball Valve is a premium, high-performance valve designed for a variety of industrial applications. This two-piece ball valve is constructed using Grade 5 (Gr5) titanium, known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and excellent corrosion resistance. This valve is suitable for use in systems requiring Class 150 pressure ratings and offers full port flow capabilities, ensuring minimal restriction in the flow of fluids. Additionally, this valve is fire-safe, providing enhanced safety in the event of fire hazards, making it ideal for critical and hazardous environments.

Key Features and Specifications:

1. Material (Titanium Gr5):

   • Grade 5 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V) is an alloy that combines titanium with aluminum and vanadium, offering high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and outstanding fatigue resistance. It is ideal for applications where both strength and resistance to corrosive environments (such as saltwater, acids, and alkalis) are crucial.
   • Gr5 titanium also provides higher tensile strength and better heat resistance compared to pure titanium, making it suitable for more demanding applications in the chemical, petrochemical, and marine industries.

2. Pressure Rating (Class 150):

   • The valve is rated for ANSI Class 150, meaning it can handle pressures up to 150 psi (pounds per square inch) in standard temperature conditions. This is ideal for systems with moderate pressure requirements.

3. Ball Valve Construction (Two-Piece Design):

   • The two-piece design allows for easier maintenance and disassembly, as the body is separated into two halves, making it convenient to replace or repair internal parts without fully removing the valve from the system.
   • The full port design ensures unrestricted flow, minimizing pressure drop and ensuring high flow efficiency, which is essential for applications requiring large volumes of fluid to pass through with minimal resistance.

4. Fire-Safe Design:

   • Fire-safe valves are designed to remain operational in the event of a fire. The materials and sealing systems used in this valve ensure that the valve will continue to function even in extreme temperatures, preventing leaks of hazardous or flammable fluids during a fire.
   • This fire-safe feature is particularly important in industries like oil and gas, petrochemical plants, and chemical processing, where the risk of fire can be high, and leak containment is critical for safety.

5. Flanged Ends:

   • The valve comes with flanged connections, which are compliant with ANSI B16.5 or ANSI B16.34 standards, ensuring easy installation and secure connection to piping systems. Flanged valves are commonly used in high-pressure applications and are suitable for systems with larger pipe diameters.
   • These flanged ends provide a reliable, leak-tight seal between the valve and the pipeline, ensuring minimal risk of fluid leakage during operation.

6. Full Port Design:

   • The full port feature refers to the internal diameter of the valve being the same size as the pipe. This design ensures that there is no restriction to the flow, which is particularly important when high flow rates are required. Full port valves are commonly used in systems where flow efficiency and minimal pressure drop are vital.

Applications:

• Chemical Processing: Due to the excellent corrosion resistance of titanium Gr5, this valve is ideal for handling aggressive chemicals in industrial applications.
• Oil and Gas Industry: The fire-safe design is particularly important in the oil and gas sector, where valves are exposed to high temperatures and flammable materials.
• Marine Applications: Titanium Gr5’s resistance to seawater corrosion makes this valve a great option for marine environments.
• Water Treatment: The fire-safe features and corrosion resistance make this valve well-suited for applications in water treatment plants.
• Petrochemical Industry: Used in pipelines that transport oil, gas, and other chemicals, where fire safety and material strength are critical.

Detailed Specifications:

Advantages of Titanium Gr5 Ball Valve:

1. Corrosion Resistance: Titanium Gr5 provides exceptional resistance to a wide range of corrosive substances, including seawater, acids, and alkalis. This makes it ideal for environments exposed to aggressive chemicals.
2. Strength and Durability: With a high tensile strength and fatigue resistance, Gr5 titanium offers long-term reliability in demanding applications.
3. Fire Safety: The fire-safe design ensures that the valve will continue to function and maintain a leak-tight seal in the event of a fire, protecting both the system and the surrounding environment.
4. Low Maintenance: The two-piece design makes the valve easier to service and maintain, as the body can be disassembled for internal repairs without fully disassembling the entire system.
5. Minimal Pressure Drop: The full port design ensures that there is minimal resistance to flow, making the valve suitable for applications where high flow rates are required.

Conclusion:

The ANSI Class 150 Titanium Ball Valve (Two-Piece, Fire-Safe, Full Port) is an excellent choice for applications that require high performance, reliability, and safety in harsh environments. Its Grade 5 titanium construction provides superior corrosion resistance, while the fire-safe design ensures the valve will continue to function in high-risk situations. With a full port design for unrestricted flow and ANSI Class 150 pressure rating, this valve is ideal for a wide range of industries, including chemical processing, oil and gas, marine, and water treatment.