What Is an Angle Valve?
An angle valve is a device used to regulate the flow of fluid or gas in a piping system. Angle valves are commonly used in residential and commercial plumbing applications to regulate the flow of water in plumbing systems. Angle valves are also used in industrial applications such as chemical processing plants.
Angle valves are used to control the flow of liquids and gases. It is named for its triangular shape, which allows it to fit into tight spaces. Angle valves are commonly used in plumbing and industrial applications. Angle valves operate by opening or closing the flow of liquid or gas through a triangular opening. The opening size can be adjusted to control the flow of liquid or gas.
Angle valves have three ports, two of which can be opened and closed. The third port will always be open to maintain constant pressure. Angle valves are mainly used for liquid transfer and they are smaller in size than ball valves in terms of size.
If someone wants to control the flow or shut it off completely, an angle valve allows them to easily adjust the flow. They are also better suited for applications that require rapid changes in flow rate (such as hot water). In terms of installation, angle valves are not as space efficient as ball valves because they have a 90° orientation, so if space is limited, use ball valves instead.
How To Choose: Angle Valve Vs. Ball Valve
Here are a few things to consider when choosing between angle and ball valves:
1. Performance requirements: Does the application operate at high pressure or high temperature or transport corrosive media such as sewage or oil? If so, then it may be necessary to choose a material other than steel for the valve body or choose an oil and gas valve.
2. Maximum flow rate (Qmax):
What is the maximum flow through the valve under typical inlet pressure and temperature conditions? Then make sure the valve can handle this flow.
3. Exposure conditions:
How will the valve be used during a typical life cycle? Valves experience vibration, abrasive media, excessive shock loads and thermal cycling that can shorten their service life. Consider these factors when determining which type of valve to use in a given application.
4. Port configuration:
Does the port configuration determine whether you should choose an angle valve or a ball valve? For example, if there is not enough room to install an angle valve due to plumbing constraints, a ball valve may need to be used instead. Also, keep in mind that certain types of plumbing connections may not allow either valve to be installed; if this applies to the situation, there are more limited options available to the user to select the one that meets their needs.
5. Installation fee:
Installation costs will vary depending on the industrial ball valve supplier and the valve type chosen, but generally angle valves are less expensive because they do not require any additional components such as seats, packing nuts, and sealing strips. However, ball valves generally last longer because they are designed to withstand higher pressure fluctuations.
They also open more easily because they don't require tools like a hex wrench to tighten the packing nut. Ball valves also have much smaller outside dimensions, which makes them easier to install on many different pipe sizes without reducing bushings or flanges.
6. Cleaning fee:
Cleaning costs will vary based on the valve type selected. Angle valves have no protruding parts that can get dirty and stick out of the valve opening after installation. Over time, ball valves can become clogged with debris and fluid, making them difficult to open and close.
7. Operating costs:
For example, operating costs will depend on how often each type of valve is run in a day, week, or month. The most notable difference here is that angle valves do not need to rotate off their seats before closing, which reduces wear on internal components. Ball valves, on the other hand, are designed to shut off fluid flow completely, while angle valves will only partially close after operation.
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