Needle valves within a block and bleed function help achieve positive isolation within maintenance operations of a live process plant.
These work well in non-critical processes like with non-hazardous fluids or a low-pressure system. The small port and needle-shaped threaded plunger allows for precise flow regulation in low flow applications. Not only for maintenance, but needle valves also work well in flow-metering operations and are especially good at maintaining a calibrated and constant low flow rate.
Rugged and compactly designed, Hy-Lok offers a wide range of sizes (1/8″ to 1″), and stem tips (v-stem, regulating, and soft seat) that work well for a variety of applications, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Of 316 stainless steel as standard, and some as alloy 400, Hy-Lok needle valves are meticulously designed for the flow, temperature and system required. Common applications include pharmaceutical, life support, and oil & gas.
End connection options include male / female NPT, Hy-Lok tube fittings, and ISO threads from 1/8″ to 1″. Available in stainless steel, carbon steel, brass, and alloy 400. With pressure rating to 10,000 psi and temperatures up to 1,200°F, Hy-Lok has a needle valve solution to meet your needs. For more information, find a Hy-Lok distributor in your area.
Needle Valve Materials
- Body - 316 cold worked stainless steel
- Packing - Glass filled Teflon
- Stem - 17 - 4 PH
NPT Needle Valve Specifications:
- MAWP up to 60,000 psig (4136 bar)
- Temperature Ratings: -100°F to 600°F (-73°C to 316°C)
- Quick Turn Needle Valve is optional
NPT Needle Valve Features & Benefits
- Standard valve fully opens in as little as 3 1/3 turns / Quick turn needle valve (1 3/4 turns).
- Solid stainless steel handle
- Stem is lifted off the seat more than 2x faster than conventional valves, which reduces throttling and therefore increases seat life. (Quick Turn Needle Valve)
- Less than half of the number of turns to fully open compared to competitor's valves. Less operator fatigue when opening/closing. (Quick Turn Needle Valve)
- Stainless steel captive fixing screw with stainless spring for easier handle removal. Eliminates dropped or mislplaced fixing screw.
- 4-sided tapered stem for maximum handle contact. No chance of the handle slipping or loosening on stem.
- Two-piece, heavy duty, non-rotating stem for a robust and reliable assembly.
- Bi-directional flow capability. Simplifies system designs.
- Packing gland/body thread interface consists of a preload locking internal thread form that is resistant to vibration. Eliminates the need for an external locking device.
- Double sided weep holes for easier leakage verification.
- Complete material traceability.
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