3-Way Valves
BuTech offers two 3 way valve types; diverting ball valves and switching ball valves. The diverting type of 3 way valve is designed to divert media from a single source to one of two separate lines. The 90° quarter-turn design allows for continuous on-line service and are available with a wide range of connections including male and female NPT, low-pressure compression fittings, medium- and high-pressure tube ends, medium- and high-pressure female, JIC 37° flare, SAE O-ring boss, socket-weld, butt-weld, and metric connections.
The switching type of 3 way valve is designed for switching service are ball valves designed to direct media from bottom inlet port to one of two separate lines. The 180° quarter-turn design allows for positive shutoff in the center position. 3-way ball valves for switching service are available with a wide range of connections including male and female NPT, low-pressure compression fittings, medium- and high-pressure tube ends, medium- and high-pressure female, JIC 37° flare, SAE O-ring boss, socket-weld, butt-weld, and metric connections.
They are both available with special seal materials or manufactured from any machinable material for extreme applications. They can also be fitted with pneumatic or electric actuators for remote control.
3-Way Valve Features
- Pressures to 20,000 PSI (1,380 bar) at 72°F (22°C).
- 3/16″ to 1″ (4.7mm to 25.4mm) ports.
- Pressure loaded seats assure positive sealing.
- Blowout-proof stem and ball provides maximum safety.
- Bi-directional flow capabilities.
- Straight-through flow path minimizes pressure drop.
- Quarter-turn operation accommodates quick open-and-close needs.
- Flow indicating handling indicates valve position at a glance.
- Choice of replaceable connections for installation versatility.
