KAT Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valve

The CeraValve type KAT features an upstream seat that is spring-loaded. With no clearance between the seats, the ball consistently forms a seal, making it ideal for applications with minimal differential pressure or gradual pressure increase. Crafted from 304 Stainless Steel, the valve housing and flanges offer durability, with the flexibility for various other construction materials. Additionally, alternative ceramic materials beyond the standard Zirconia ball and Alumina seats are also available for selection.

Key Features

Key features and benefits of KAT Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valve.
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Key Features

The valve incorporates a spring-loaded upstream seat, ensuring reliable sealing without any clearance between the seats. This design enhances performance and reliability, particularly in applications with low differential pressure or slow pressure build-up.
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Key Features

Built with 304 Stainless Steel as the standard, the valve offers the flexibility for construction with several other materials. This versatility allows for customisation based on specific application requirements, ensuring compatibility and durability in diverse operating environments.
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Key Features

Apart from the standard Zirconia ball and Alumina seats, the valve provides the option for selecting alternative ceramic materials. This feature expands the range of possibilities for optimising performance and corrosion resistance, catering to varying operational demands and environmental conditions.

Valve Standards & Stuff

Maximum Pressure Rating: ANSI 150 to 600
Temperature Range: -30 to 310°C
Size Range: DN15 - DN300 (1/2" to 12")
End Connection: Flanged
Body Material: Stainless Steel

FAQs

Spring-loaded upstream seats ensure consistent sealing without clearance between the seats, enhancing valve performance and reliability, especially in applications with low pressure differentials or slow pressure build-up. This design minimises the risk of leakage and ensures efficient operation.

Yes, the valve offers the option for construction with various materials beyond 304 Stainless Steel. This flexibility allows for customisation based on specific application requirements, such as compatibility with different media, corrosion resistance, and environmental considerations.

In addition to the standard Zirconia ball and Alumina seats, the valve provides options for selecting alternative ceramic materials. These may include Silicon Nitride, Silicon Carbide, or other advanced ceramics, offering enhanced performance characteristics such as increased wear resistance, improved thermal stability, or higher chemical inertness.

While the valve design excels in applications with low differential pressure or slow pressure build-up, its suitability for high-pressure environments depends on various factors such as valve size, configuration, and material selection.

Maintenance requirements typically include periodic inspection, cleaning, and potential replacement of wearing components such as seals and seats. The frequency and extent of maintenance depend on factors such as operating conditions, media characteristics, and valve usage.

The valve's spring-loaded upstream seat and the absence of clearance between seats ensure consistent sealing, even under minimal pressure differentials or gradual pressure increases.

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KAT Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valve