Forged Filter Valve
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Nominal Size : |
3/8”- 1/2”- 3/4”- 1”- 11/4”- 11/2”- 2”- 21/2”- 3”- 4” |
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Pressure Rating : |
150LB300LB-600LB-800LB-900LB-1500LB- |
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Design Standards : |
BS 5352 |
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Actuation : |
Lever operated |
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End Connections : |
Npt, Sw, Bw, Flanged-Rf/RTJ |
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Materials : |
ASTM A105 & AISI316 & AISI304 |
In industrial processes, forged filter valve technology is the ideal solution for reliable filtration and low pressure drop. Its high mechanical strength, long service life and ease of maintenance help reduce operating costs. Contact us now and we will determine the most suitable solution for your process together.
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What Is a Forged Filter Valve?
A forged filter valve, with its forged body design, is a safe and compact type of filter valve that protects equipment by removing particles, welding slag and unwanted solids from the line. The forging manufacturing method improves the grain structure and increases body strength against impact and pressure loads.
It is used on process lines carrying media such as steam, water, oil, gas and chemicals. With low pressure loss and high dirt-holding capacity, it protects pumps, control valves, flowmeters and heat exchangers, thereby increasing overall system efficiency.
Design and Technical Features
Compared with standard cast bodies, a forged body is more resistant to crack propagation, thermal shock and vibration. As a result, products in the forged valve class can be used safely even at high operating pressures. The Y-type strainer geometry supports a linear flow of the medium and keeps pressure loss to a minimum.
Thanks to the removable basket/screen (mesh) design, cleaning and maintenance times are shortened and process downtime is reduced. Optional differential pressure ports allow the clogging level to be monitored, which facilitates proactive maintenance planning.
Applications and Benefits
Forged filter valves are used reliably in power plants, heating and cooling circuits, refinery and petrochemical units, and food and pharmaceutical process lines. The robustness of the forged body provides a critical advantage in applications with intensive thermal cycling and pressure fluctuations.
Key benefits include equipment protection, low maintenance cost, process quality and repeatability. The screen mesh size is defined according to the particle size distribution of your product; the correct mesh both reduces pressure loss and delivers the desired level of filtration.
Energy Efficiency
Optimized flow passages and the Y-type strainer prevent unnecessary pressure drops. This reduces pump power requirements and delivers tangible savings in energy costs.
Purchasing Guide and Selection Criteria
When purchasing a forged valve, fluid type, operating temperature/pressure, particle size, maintenance interval and installation conditions must all be considered together. The criteria below help you quickly define the right forged filter valve configuration:
- Line pressure and temperature range (PN/Class compliance)
- Chemical/corrosion characteristics of the medium (material selection)
- Target filtration level (mesh size and screen area)
- Required maintenance interval (drain and ΔP ports)
- Installation and accessibility conditions (connection type, orientation, clearance)
In conclusion, selecting a correctly sized, standards-compliant forged filter valve is critical for the reliability and energy efficiency of your plant. Contact our expert team for project-specific technical consultancy and a fast quotation – get in touch with us today.
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