Description

Sleeved Plug Valves

A sleeved plug valve is designed for reliable flow isolation in industrial piping systems. It uses a plug enclosed by a sleeve that provides a sealing surface between the plug and valve body. This construction helps support smooth operation and dependable shutoff.

Unitek Valves manufactures and supplies plug valve solutions for different industrial requirements. Valve selection can be based on size, pressure rating, temperature, media, body material, sleeve material, and end connection.

Sleeved Plug Valves for Industrial Applications

Sleeved plug valves are widely used in chemical processing, oil and gas, petrochemical plants, refineries, pipelines, and general industrial services. Their compact quarter-turn operation allows quick opening and closing.

An industrial sleeved plug valve can be configured according to the service conditions of the piping system. Proper material and sleeve selection are important for achieving reliable performance.

Full Port and Flanged Designs

A full port sleeved plug valve provides a flow passage designed to minimize restriction through the valve. It can be considered for pipeline and process applications where maintaining efficient flow is important.

A flanged sleeved plug valve uses flanged ends for connection to the pipeline. This arrangement is commonly selected for industrial installations requiring secure connections and convenient maintenance.

Material Options

A carbon steel sleeved plug valve can be selected for suitable industrial and hydrocarbon services requiring strength and durability. Stainless steel sleeved plug valves are considered for applications where increased corrosion resistance is required.

Cast steel sleeved plug valves can be used for various industrial services where robust construction and suitable pressure performance are required.

High Pressure and High Temperature Service

A high pressure sleeved plug valve should be selected according to the required pressure class and operating conditions. The body, plug, sleeve, seals, and other components should be compatible with the process media.

For elevated-temperature applications, a high temperature sleeved plug valve can be specified with suitable materials and sealing components. Actual pressure and temperature conditions should be confirmed before selection.

Chemical, Oil and Gas Applications

A sleeved plug valve for chemical industry applications can be used for isolation in compatible process systems. Sleeve and sealing materials should be selected according to the chemical properties and operating temperature of the media.

A sleeved plug valve for oil and gas can be used in suitable production, processing, storage, and transmission systems. For pipeline applications, pressure rating, materials, connection type, and applicable standards should be considered.

API and Fire-Safe Options

An API sleeved plug valve can be specified when applicable API requirements form part of the project specification. A fire safe sleeved plug valve may be selected where fire-safe performance is required.

A corrosion resistant sleeved plug valve can be considered for services where the valve materials and sleeve need to withstand corrosive media. PTFE sleeved plug valve configurations can be selected for compatible applications requiring suitable chemical resistance and low-friction sealing.

Manufacturer and Supplier in India

Unitek Valves is a sleeved plug valve manufacturer and supplier in India, providing industrial valve solutions for chemical, oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, and pipeline applications.

As a sleeved plug valve exporter, Unitek Valves can supply customers in domestic and international markets. Products can also be sourced through suitable sleeved plug valve dealers.

For accurate sleeved plug valve price information, customers should provide valve size, pressure rating, body material, sleeve material, end connection, temperature, media, and applicable standards.

Indian Manufacturer of Sleeved Plug Valves

The main characteristic of a sleeved plug valve is that the plug is surrounded by a completely encased rubber or elastomer sleeve. This sleeve also serves as a bearing surface in the valve. As there is no direct metal-to-metal contact within the valve, wear is minimized and the operating torque is reduced significantly. The sleeved plug valve can operate smoothy and requires low torque, which is beneficial, even after several years.

The valve does not require any lubrication. This design is ideal for applications like water, slurry, chemicals, and corrosive mediums as it will result in no contamination. The highly resilient sleeve can also withstand chemicals well. It is resistant to abrasion, ensures bubble tight shutoff performance, and is suitable for challenging media.

We supply our sleeved plug valves in various materials, such as, Cast Iron, Ductile Iron, Carbon Steel, and Stainless Steel, to ensure high performance even under high pressure and temperatures. Our valves are available in multiple sizes and pressure ranges.

Features

Full elastomser lined design (Sleeved)

Bubble tight shutoff performance

Smooth operation – Quarter Turn

Low torque for easy handling

Lubrication-free maintenance

Highly resistant to wear and chemical attack

Long operational life

Specially suited for aggressive mediums

Applications

Water Treatment Plant

Wastewater & Sewage Services

Chemical processing Industries

Pulp & Paper Industry

Mining & Slurry applications

Power generation

Process pipelines of industrial applications

Food & Beverage Industry

Pharmaceutical

Specifications

Body	:	ASTM A216 WCB, ASTM A217-WC1, WC6, WC9, C5, ASTM A351-CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M
Sleeve	:	PTFE
Plug	:	ASTM A216 WCB+N, ASTM A351-CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M
Gasket	:	Flexible Graphite+Stainless Steel, PTFE
Adjusting gasket	:	ASTM A182 – Gr. F6a, ASTM A182 – F22, ASTM A 182 – F304, F316, F321, F304L, F316
Cover	:	ASTM A216-WCB, ASTM A217-WC1, WC6, WC9, C5, ASTM A351-CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M
Adjusting bolt	:	ASTM A193-B7, A320-B8, A193-B8M
Nut	:	ASTM A194-2H, A194-8, A194-8M
Bolt	:	ASTM A193-B7, A320-B8, A193-B8M
Wrench	:	ASTM A 105-WCB
Design Standard	:	AP1599, API6D
Face to Face	:	ASME B16.10
Flange End	:	ASME B16.5
Test & Inspection	:	AP1598, API6D
Operation	:	Wrench Wheel, Worm & Worm Gear, Pneumatic, Electric Actuated