Pneumatic gate valve Z641H-16C

Product Features

Quick opening and closing, fully open low resistance, flange connection

Model number

Z641H-16C

Specification and caliber

DN50-DN500

Pressure level

PN16/PN25

Material

WCB/CF8/CF8M

Product Introduction

Z641H-16C Pneumatic Gate Valve

Pneumatic gate valve Z641H-16C is suitable for on/off or process control in industrial pipelines, thermal systems, and equipment interlocking. Before selecting, it is necessary to confirm the composition of the medium, temperature, design pressure, normal and maximum flow rates, pressure difference before and after the valve, connection standards, and control signals. The model cannot be determined solely based on the pipe diameter. The parameters in this article are commonly used configurations and should ultimately be based on project conditions, order confirmation, and manufacturing drawings.

Structure and Drive

Z641H-16C adopts wedge gate, flange connection, and valve stem lifting type. During operation, the pneumatic actuator drives the opening and closing components to change the flow area, achieving corresponding cutting or adjustment. When it comes to remote control, interlocking, or feedback, the control signal, power or gas source conditions, protection level, fault safety location, and accessory interfaces should be clearly defined during the ordering stage to avoid on-site configuration mismatch.

Material and sealing

The commonly used caliber is DN50-DN500, and the pressure rating is PN16/PN25. The valve body material is WCB/CF8/CF8M, and the seal is made of metal. The selection of materials must take into account the corrosiveness of the medium, chloride ions, temperature fluctuations, particulate matter, and cleaning conditions; The allowable pressure difference, leakage level, and temperature range need to be checked synchronously. Under conditions of high temperature, easy crystallization, particle content, or frequent operation, the hardness of valve internals, packing structure, and erosion prevention measures should also be confirmed.

Product Specifications

Product Model	Z641H-16C
Structural form	Wedge gate, flange connection, valve stem lifting type
Nominal Diameter	DN50-DN500
pressure rating	PN16/PN25
Valve body material	WCB/CF8/CF8M
sealing form	metal seal
Drive Type	Pneumatic actuator
Applicable temperature	-29℃ to 425℃, confirm according to the valve internals
Applicable Medium	Water, steam, oil products, and general industrial media

Applicable working conditions

Common features include fast opening and closing, full open low resistance, flange connection, which can be used for industrial pipeline networks, thermal systems, and equipment interlocking. When used in explosion-proof areas, actuators, limit switches, solenoid valves, or locators should be configured according to the site zoning. When used in food, pharmaceutical, or high-purity media systems, further confirmation of the contact material, surface treatment, and cleaning plan is required; Projects involving flammable, toxic, or highly corrosive media should undergo specialized safety reviews.

Installation and Debugging

Before installation, check the nameplate, flow direction, and connection standards, remove welding slag and hard debris, and avoid transmitting pipeline stress to the valve body. Maintenance space should be reserved around the actuator; The cable entrance of the electric actuator should be waterproof, and the pneumatic accessories should use a clean and dry air source. The first debugging can be carried out by checking the switch position, travel feedback, interlocking logic, and sealing of connection parts in a low-risk state, and then gradually putting them into normal operation.

Operation and maintenance

During operation, action time, valve position feedback, abnormal noise, leakage, and control signals should be recorded. When there is a delay or inability to move in place, the power or gas source, wiring, filter pressure reducing valve, actuator, and control circuit should be checked first, and then the valve stem, valve seat, and seals should be checked. Blindly increasing the driving force is not advisable. Before maintenance, it is necessary to isolate the medium, relieve pressure, and confirm that there is no residual energy; After replacing spare parts, sealing and action tests should be conducted.

Q&A on Selection of Pneumatic Gate Valve

Can Z641H-16C be used with a half open valve instead of a regulating valve to control flow?

Ordinary cut-off gate valves should not be directly treated as continuous regulating valves. Long term semi opening may cause erosion or vibration to the gate and valve seat; It should be clarified whether the process requires opening and closing isolation or continuous regulation before selecting the corresponding valve type.

How much maintenance space is needed for Z641H-16C installed under the equipment?

The full stroke height of the valve stem, bracket, and actuator should be checked according to the specific assembly drawing, and space for disassembly and assembly should be reserved; The length of the valve body alone cannot be used to determine whether it can be installed. The visible stem structure also needs to be checked for interference between the valve stem extension path and the equipment.

Z641H-16C needs to be turned off after gas interruption. How should the actuator be configured?

The safety position required for the process in case of gas loss should be clarified first, and then the single or double acting scheme, output force or torque, and accessory circuit should be checked. You cannot select cylinders based solely on valve diameter, nor can you assume that all pneumatic configurations will close when there is a loss of air.

Selection and ordering information

Suggest providing the name and composition of the medium, design and operating temperature, maximum and normal pressure, flow range, pipeline standards, operating frequency, control signals, power or gas supply conditions, fault safety location, and environmental protection requirements. Fouten Flow Control (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. can be used to verify the caliber, material, seal, actuator, and accessory combination, retaining technical basis for installation and maintenance.