“Advantages of Dual Plate Check Valves: Lightweight, Non-Slam, and High-Pressure Capacity”
Dual Plate Check Valves are non-return valves used in various industries to prevent backflow and ensure pipeline system safety. They offer several advantages, including low-pressure drop, non-slam design, and high-pressure capacity. In this article, we explore the features and benefits of Dual Plate Check Valves.
Lightweight Design
Dual Plate Check Valves are significantly lighter and smaller than swing check valves. Their lightweight design enables them to be installed between pipe flanges without additional support or a support rod. This makes them ideal for applications with limited space.
Non-Slam Design
A Dual Plate Check Valve has a non-slam design, eliminating the water hammering noise associated with traditional swing check valves. The valve closes only when the upstream flow reaches zero and before it can be reversed. Through torsion spring action without reverse flow, the two spring-loaded plates hinged on a central pin close quickly without water hammer or non-slam action, making the Dual Plate Check Valve one of the most efficient designs in the industry.
High-Pressure Capacity
Dual Plate Check Valves are compactly designed and capable of handling massive fluid backflow that other weaker check valves cannot. This makes them ideal for industrial applications and refineries with large amounts of liquid flowing through them. Disk-type check valves are common and work by moving a disc of the valve seat to allow fluid to flow but then returning to prevent backflow when inlet pressure decreases or there is backflow present. Usually, this function is achieved either through gravity or using a spring as an actuator.
Low-Pressure Drop
The Dual Plate Check Valve is the go-to non-return valve choice in numerous industries due to its low-pressure drop and reduced energy loss. These valves can be used in liquid, gas, and steam pipelines. They can be installed horizontally or vertically, which reduces installation and maintenance expenses. Unlike swing-type wafer check valves, non-return valves are lighter in weight and have a smaller face-to-face dimension. This is especially beneficial in pipeline systems with limited space availability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Dual Plate Check Valves are an efficient way to prevent backflow and ensure pipeline system safety. They offer several benefits, including a non-slam design, low-pressure drop, and high-pressure capacity. Additionally, they help reduce energy costs since they shut faster than swing check valves with less pressure drop, decreasing energy consumption and overall cost of ownership. Fluid Valves is a trusted manufacturer of industrial valves, including Dual Plate Check Valves. Contact us to learn more about our products and how they can benefit your industry.
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