Butterfly Valves: A One Stop Solution For Liquid Flow

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Butterfly Valves: A One Stop Solution For Liquid Flow A butterfly valve is a flow regulating disc valve and consists of a circular disc or plate built with a stem through the middle or attached offset. When opened, the disc pivots 90 degrees in the valve bore, aligning with the flow, creating a nearly unrestricted flow path. It operate similar to ball valves in their 90 degree rotation and allow for quick shutoff. These Butterfly valves have gained popularity over the years due to their thin profile between flanges, making them lighter in weight and creating a smaller install footprint. This compact design also usually makes the initial cost for these valves lower when compared to other valve designs.

Different types of butterfly valves are designed by Butterfly Valve Manufacturers and each type has unique features and applications. Each one is defined by the orientation of the stem to the disc and the seating angle that the disc closes on. The most basic butterfly valve design is


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