Gate Valve

Gate valve: Gate valve functions by the reciprocating action of disc in its body. It can have a single disc or double disc. It is used for shut off operation. In double disc valve shut off is good.
Gate valve can have rising or non-rising stem. Gate valves are available in various sizes ranging from
12 mm to 300 mm and even more. Gate valve is light in weight, economic and offers low pressure drop. Conduit type gate valve is common in chemical process industries because it gives accurate flow control. Gate valve can be used upto 20 kg/cm2 and upto 675°C. Material of construction for gate valve is cast iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, ductile iron, bronze, nickel alloys etc. Rotating disc type gate valve with quick action lever actuator.