KST Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valve

The CeraValve model KST features a floating ball configuration, ensuring a specific gap between the ball and both the stationary upstream and downstream seats. Differential pressure from the fluid passing through the valve secures the ball against the downstream seat. Constructed from 304 Stainless Steel, the valve housing and flanges can also be crafted from various alternative materials. Additionally, alternative ceramic materials beyond the standard Zirconia ball and Alumina seats are on offer. For high-temperature environments, the CeraValve model KST-HT is also accessible.

Key Features

Key features and benefits of KST Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valves.
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Key Features

The valve employs a floating ball configuration, maintaining a defined clearance between the ball and fixed upstream and downstream seats. This design ensures reliable sealing under varying fluid pressures.
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Key Features

Constructed primarily from 304 Stainless Steel, the valve offers flexibility with options for various other materials of construction. This allows for customisation based on specific application requirements and environmental conditions.
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Key Features

For applications requiring operation in elevated temperature environments, the CeraValve type KST-HT variant is available. This specialised version is designed to withstand and perform optimally under high-temperature conditions, ensuring reliable operation in demanding industrial settings.

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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KST Type Ceramic Lined Floating Ball Valve