A grooved end butterfly valve is a type of industrial valve used to regulate the flow of fluids through a pipeline. It is called grooved because the valve body has grooves or notches that allow the valve to be securely connected to the pipeline using a coupling or clamp. This type of valve is commonly used in fire protection systems, HVAC systems, and other applications where quick and reliable installation and maintenance is important.
The circular shaped disk turns about a diametrical axis within the cylindrical bore of the valve body and a quarter turn rotation of the disk opens or closes the valve. The basic simplicity of the design provides a compact and relatively low weight valve having few component parts. The quarter turn action offers quick opening or closing with ease of operation and the valve has good flow control characteristics. In the wide open position, the only obstruction to flow is that due to the thickness of the disk, so the pressure drop across the valve is small. During the closing movement, the rate of cut-off of the flow diminishes as the disk moves towards the closed position, making the valve well suited for flow regulation purposes. An extensive range of synthetic elastomers provide Positive shut-off with repeatability of performance. Actuation Valve & Control is a world-class manufacturer of actuated butterfly valves, with in house engineering and testing. We offer Direct Mounted Assemblies as well custom build bracket/shaft arrangements to ensure any application can be met.
Grooved end butterfly valves are known for their ease of installation and maintenance, as well as their ability to handle high flow rates and pressure. They are commonly made from materials such as cast iron, ductile iron, and stainless steel, and are available in a range of sizes to accommodate different pipeline systems.