2″-300LB Cryogenic 3-Way Floating Ball Valve Ready For Actuators

Description

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Product Name: 2-inch 300LB Stainless Steel Cryogenic 3-Way Floating Ball Valve
Model/Specification: 2″-300LB-CRYO-3WAY
Valve Type: 3-Way Floating Ball Valve (Cryogenic Service)
Connection Type: Flanged (RF) / Butt Weld (BW) / Threaded (NPT) User specified


1. Basic Design Parameters

Parameter Standard/Specification
Size 2 inches (DN50)
Pressure Class Class 300 LB (PN50 / 750 PSI)
Body Material Stainless Steel (ASTM A182 F304 / F316 / F316L)
Manufacturing Process Forged Steel / Cast Steel (depending on manufacturer)
Design Standard API 6D / ASME B16.34 / BS 6364 (Cryogenic)
End Connection Standard ASME B16.5 (Flanged RF) / ASME B16.25 (BW) / ASME B1.20.1 (NPT)
Face to Face Standard ASME B16.10
Test & Inspection Std. API 598 / BS 6364 (Cryogenic Test)
Fire-Safe Design API 607 / API 6FA (Optional)
Fugitive Emission ISO 15848-1 (Optional)

2. Technical Specifications

Parameter Details
Valve Type 3-Way Floating Ball Valve, 3-Piece Construction
Flow Pattern T-Port (for mixing/diverting) / L-Port (for switching) User specified
Bonnet Type Extended Bonnet (for Cryogenic Service)
Service Temperature -196°C to +120°C (with PCTFE seats) / Up to +200°C (with PTFE)
Applicable Media LNG, LOX, LIN, LAr, Ethylene, LPG, and other cryogenic fluids
Bore Type Full Bore / Reduced Bore (Optional)
Operation Lever Handle / Gearbox / Pneumatic Actuator / Electric Actuator
Anti-Static Device API 608 / API 6D Requirement (Standard)
Blow-Out Proof Stem Standard
Cavity Pressure Relief Self-relieving seat design / Relief hole in ball
Bonnet Installation Angle Up to 45° from vertical (12″ bonnet, per BS6364)

3. Material of Construction (Recommended – Stainless Steel for Cryogenic)

Part Name Material Standard/Grade
Body Stainless Steel ASTM A182 F304 / F316 (Forged) or A351 CF8/CF8M (Cast)
Bonnet / Extension Stainless Steel ASTM A182 F304 / F316
End Caps Stainless Steel ASTM A182 F304 / F316
Ball Stainless Steel (Hardened) ASTM A182 F304 / F316 (Chrome plated optional)
Stem Stainless Steel / 17-4PH ASTM A182 F316 / 17-4PH (High strength)
Seat Seals PCTFE (KEL-F®) / PTFE / PEEK PCTFE for cryogenic service
Stem Seals / Packing PCTFE / Flexible Graphite Low temperature stable materials
Body Gasket Spiral Wound Stainless Steel + Graphite
Anti-Static Device Stainless Steel Ball + Spring 316 SS
Body Bolts/Nuts Stainless Steel ASTM A193 B8 / A194 8
Handle / Lever Stainless Steel ASTM A182 F304

4. Main Dimensions & Connection Details

*Note: Dimensions are for 2″ Class 300 3-Way Cryogenic Ball Valve with Flanged Ends (RF). BW/NPT dimensions may vary by manufacturer.*

4.1 End-to-End Dimensions (Face-to-Face)

Size Pressure Class L (RF) mm L (RF) in H (approx. mm) W (Handwheel mm) Weight (approx. kg)
2″ 300LB 216 8.5 ~230 ~280 ~30

4.2 Flange Details (Per ASME B16.5 – Class 300)

Parameter 2″ Flange
Flange Diameter (OD) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Bolt Circle Diameter (PCD) 127 mm (5.0 in)
Number of Bolt Holes 8
Bolt Hole Diameter 19 mm (0.75 in)
Bolt Thread Size 5/8″ UNC
Raised Face Height 2 mm (0.06 in)

4.3 Extended Bonnet (Cryogenic Feature)

  • Extension Length: Designed to keep packing box above frost line (typically 200mm – 300mm for 2″ valve, depending on service temperature [-196°C]) .

  • Drip Plate: Included to prevent ice formation on the body/bonnet joint.

  • Heat Transfer Design: Narrow space between stem and bonnet ID for efficient heat transfer .

4.4 Port Configuration

Flow Pattern Description
T-Port (L-Port) 180° entry and exit for mixing or diverting flow
L-Port (T-Port) 90° entry and exit for flow switching

Note: Specify required flow pattern when ordering.


5. Pressure-Temperature Rating (ASME B16.34 / Class 300)

*Material Group: Stainless Steel (A182 F304/F316) with PCTFE/PTFE Seats *

Temperature (°C) Working Pressure (bar) Working Pressure (psi) Notes
-196 to -46 50 725 Cryogenic Range (BS 6364 certified)
-29 to 38 50 725 Maximum Rating (Class 300)
50 50 725
100 47 680
150 44 640 Max for PTFE seats
200 40 580 With PEEK seats

*Note: For cryogenic service (below -46°C), valves are tested and certified per BS 6364 at -196°C .*


6. Flow Characteristics (2″ – Full Bore)

Parameter Value
Port Diameter (Full Bore) ~51 mm (2.0 in) (typical for 2″ Class 300)
Flow Coefficient Cv (approx) ~150 – 200 (typical for 2″ full bore ball valve)
Flow Coefficient Kv (approx) ~130 – 170
Shut-off Class API 598 / BS 6364 (Zero Leakage – Soft Seat)

7. Test Pressure (API 598 / BS 6364)

Test Type Medium Pressure (bar) Pressure (psi) Acceptance Criteria
Shell Test (Hydrostatic) Water 75 1088 1.5 x 38°C Rating (no visible leakage)
High-Pressure Seat Test Water 55 798 1.1 x 38°C Rating (Zero leakage)
Low-Pressure Seat Test Air / N2 5.5 – 7.0 80 – 100 Bubble-tight
Cryogenic Seat Test Helium / N2 @ Rated Pressure @ Rated Pressure Per BS 6364 at -196°C

8. Features & Applications

  • Key Features:

    • Cryogenic Service Capability: Designed for temperatures as low as -196°C (-320°F) , suitable for LNG, LOX, LIN, and other liquefied gases .

    • 3-Way Configuration: T-port or L-port design allows for mixing, diverting, or switching flow in cryogenic systems.

    • Extended Bonnet: Protects the stem seals and packing from extreme cold, ensuring operability and preventing ice formation .

    • No-Trap Cavity Design: Relief hole in ball or self-relieving seats prevents dangerous pressure buildup in the ball cavity due to vaporization of trapped cryogenic liquid .

    • Efficient Heat Transfer: Narrow clearance between stem and bonnet extension maintains stem seals at near-ambient temperature .

    • Blow-out Proof Stem: Ensures stem retention under all pressure conditions.

    • Anti-Static Device: Dissipates static charge generated by ball/seat friction, critical for flammable media like LNG .

    • Fire-Safe Design: Optional API 607/6FA certification ensures sealing integrity in case of fire .

    • BS 6364 Certification: Designed and tested to international cryogenic valve standard .

    • Flexible Bonnet Installation: Bonnet can be installed at up to 45° angle for piping flexibility .

  • Main Applications:

    • LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas): Liquefaction, storage, transportation, and regasification plants .

    • Air Separation Units (ASU): Handling LOX (Liquid Oxygen), LIN (Liquid Nitrogen), LAr (Liquid Argon) .

    • Petrochemical: Handling ethylene, methane, LPG, and other cryogenic hydrocarbons .

    • Industrial Gas: Cryogenic storage tanks and transfer lines.

    • Refrigeration Systems: Low-temperature industrial refrigeration.


*Disclaimer: The above data is prepared based on common industry standards (API 6D, ASME B16.34, BS 6364) for cryogenic 3-way ball valves . Specific dimensions, materials, and pressure ratings may vary by manufacturer. For cryogenic service (below -46°C), valves must be tested per BS 6364 at -196°C. The final technical agreement and certified drawings shall prevail.