High capacity, excellent tightness and free flow. These words aptly describe some of the superior properties of the ball segment valve. Somas ball segment valves have been designed to fulfill the strictest requirements of the process industry. Due to its free flow and choice of different materials for its housing and seat, the ball segment valve is usually the best choice for the industry.
DESIGN
The ball segment valves high capacity comes from the design of its seat and ball segment. Compared to other valve designs it is often possible to use smaller and more economical valve sizes. What sets Somas ball segment valves apart from many other manufacturers, is the fact that the entire valve is designed with a free flow in mind. This design philosophy minimizes the risk of clogging.
COMBINING WITH AN ACTUATOR UNIT
The ball segment valve is first and foremost a control valve offering excellent tightness in the closed position. The properties of this valve make it useful for most applications. Combined with Somas pneumatic actuators and positioners the result is a flexible unit with a wide control range.
Good tightness up to class V for metal seats and class VI for soft-seal seats.
The one-piece design of the ball segment and shaft results in backlash-free operation and accurate control
The valve segment comes with dual bearings which results in high durability and low torque requirement
The valve seat can be replaced from the outside without the need to disassemble the valve, this makes the valve service friendly
Valve body with a centrally mounted ball segment