Control Valve Characteristics
Control Valve Characteristics refer to the features that define a valve's performance and suitability for specific applications. These characteristics include the valve’s flow capacity, pressure drop, response time, and control range. Understanding these characteristics is crucial for selecting the right control valve to ensure optimal performance in waterworks applications, such as regulating water flow and pressure in distribution systems.
Applications of Control Valve Characteristics:
In Waterworks:
Used to evaluate and select control valves for efficient water flow and pressure management in treatment and distribution systems.
Essential Performance Metrics:
Flow Capacity: Defines the maximum volume of fluid a valve can handle, typically expressed using terms like KV (metric) or CV (imperial), providing a benchmark for selecting the appropriate valve for specific flow requirements.
Pressure Drop: Measures the pressure loses as fluid passes through the valve.
Response Time: Indicates how quickly the valve can adjust to changes in control signals.
Control Range: Defines the range over which the valve can effectively regulate flow or pressure.
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- Valve Insertion Electromagnetic Flow meter
- Pressure Sustaining Valves
- Pressure Reducing Valves
- Precise Irrigation
- Preaction Valves For Fire Protection
- Level Control Valves
- Kinetic Air Valves
- High-Rise Water Distribution Systems
- Flow Control Valves
- Fire Line Strainers
- Electromagnetic Flow Meters
- Dry Pipe Valve
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- Deluge Valves
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- Control Valve Characteristics
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- Bernoulli’s Principle
- Bermadize
- Balancing Valve
- Back Pressure
- Automatic Recirculation Valve
- Automatic Air Vent Valve
- Anti-Surge Pump Start Control Valve
- Altitude Valve