U-Bolt Gate Valve (Threaded End)
Description
Technical Data Sheet — U-Bolt Gate Valve (Threaded End)
1. General Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Valve Type | U-Bolt Bonnet Gate Valve (Non-Rising Stem / Rising Stem) |
| Size | 2″ (DN50), 3″ (DN80) |
| Pressure Rating | 125 LB |
| End Connection | Threaded (Screw End, NPT / BSP) |
| Operator | Handwheel |
| Design Standard | MSS SP-70 / ASME B16.34 |
2. Materials of Construction
| Component | Material Specification |
|---|---|
| Body | Cast Iron (ASTM A126 Class B) |
| Bonnet | Cast Iron (ASTM A126 Class B), U-Bolt design |
| Stem | Stainless Steel (SS) |
| Wedge (Disc) | Cast Iron with Brass/Bronze Seat Rings |
| Seat Rings | Brass / Bronze |
| Packing | Graphite / PTFE |
| Handwheel | Cast Iron |
| U-Bolts / Bonnet Nuts | Carbon Steel / Ductile Iron |
3. Design & Performance Features
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Bonnet Connection | U-Bolt design allows for easy disassembly and maintenance without removing the body from the pipeline. |
| Stem Design | Rising Stem (OS&Y) or Non-Rising Stem (NRS) – Based on images, appears to be Rising Stem. |
| Flow Direction | Bi-directional |
| Temperature Range | -10°C to +120°C (depending on packing material) |
4. Testing & Standards
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hydrostatic Test | Shell: 1.5x rated pressure; Seat: 1.1x rated pressure |
| Testing Standard | API 598 / MSS SP-70 |
| Thread Standard | ASME B1.20.1 (NPT) or ISO 228 (BSP) |
5. Dimensions & Weight (Typical for 125LB Cast Iron)
| Size | Face-to-Face (mm) | Height (Open) (mm) | Handwheel Dia. (mm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2″ (DN50) | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] |
| 3″ (DN80) | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] | [To be confirmed] |
6. Applications
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Water supply and distribution pipelines
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HVAC systems
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Irrigation and agricultural piping
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General industrial fluid isolation (non-corrosive media)
