2024-09-30
Installation process and precautions for ball valves
Preparation before installation
Check the ball valve and related accessories
Appearance inspection: Check the surface of the ball valve body, stem, seat and other components for cracks, sand holes, scratches, rust and other defects. The sealing surface of the valve body connecting flange should be flat and smooth, without radial grooves or other damages that may affect the sealing. For example, if deep scratches are found on the surface of the valve body, it may cause medium leakage during use, affecting the normal sealing performance of the ball valve.
Specification verification: Carefully verify whether the model and specifications of the ball valve (such as nominal diameter, nominal pressure, connection method, etc.) are consistent with the design requirements. At the same time, check whether the material of the ball valve meets the characteristics of the medium used. For example, when transporting corrosive media, the material of the ball valve should have corresponding corrosion resistance. For example, for media containing hydrochloric acid, stainless steel ball valves are usually used.
Accessory integrity check: Confirm that the bolts, nuts, washers, and other accessories required for the installation of the ball valve are complete and free from damage, deformation, etc