GE mn-39003 Technical Specifications

GE Oil & Gas

Masoneilan* 39003 Series
High Performance Butterfly Valves

GE’s Masoneilan 39003 Series High Performance Butterfly Valve
(HPBV) is a heavy duty automatic throttling control valve that
incorporates the two basic features of the HPBV types. These
features differentiate the the Masoneilan* 39003 Series HPBV from
the conventional swing-through butterfly valve in regards to sealing
method and operational characteristics. Specifically, the two basic
features are: (1) A PTFE, RTFE, or metal seal ring instead of a liner, and
(2) The employment of double offset (eccentric operation). Each of
these features contributes to the improved performance of HPBV’s
compared to conventional butterfly valves.

The use of a seal ring (PTFE, RTFE, or metal) eliminates the inherent
problems of high sealing forces, due to interference fit, and the
resultant high wear rates due to scraping and scuffing of liners. Also,
due to the design of the seal itself, which is a dynamic pressure­assisted member, ANSI Class VI shutoff rates are available throughout
the full range of ANSI Class 150, 300 and 600 ratings (sof t-sealed
constructions only).

The double offset (eccentric) operating principles of both seal offset
(the seal ring centerline is offset from the shaft centerline) and shaft
offset (the shaft centerline is offset from the valve centerline) allows
the disc to get off the seal quickly due to the camming rotation with
respect to the valve/seal centerlines. This results in minimal sliding
(friction producing) contact between the disc and the seal ring with
complete separation af ter only a few degrees of rotation.

The overall characteristics of the Masoneilan* 39003 Series Valve are:

• Long seal life – Offset (eccentric) operation gets the disc off the seal
quickly, minimizing sliding contact and friction, resulting in reduced
seal wear and lower breakaway and seating torque requirements.

• Fast/dynamic operation – Offset (eccentric) operation eliminates
disc-to-seal friction throughout the operating range resulting in
fast response to input signals. Also, the disc tends to move in the
direction of flow, assisting the valve and actuator to maximize the
allowable operating pressures.

• Excellent flow characteristics – the offset (eccentric) disc design
provides an approximate equal percentage flow characteristic
through its full travel of 90° rotation yielding a Cv ratio of 100:1.

• Extra heavy shafts with keyed ends for actuator mounting –
precise and accurate positioning without lost motion or backlash.

PTFE-lined low-friction bearing – Reduces operating torque and
promotes fast response to valve and actuator action. The triple
bearing support of the shaft prevents deflection of the shaft due to
side-loading.

Field replaceable components – Unlike most competitive valves,
shaft and disc need not be purchased as a set. The Masoneilan* 39003
Series Valve uses tapered pins to attach the shaft and disc positively,
yet provide component interchangeability.

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Features

GE’s Masoneilan 39003 Series HPBV includes unique valve seal
designs for metal, soft seal, and fire-safe configurations.

Metal Seal Design

The metal seal design incorporates an Inconel seal for higher tensile
strength, a 300 series stainless steel back-up ring in the seal cavity for
axial seal support, and a disc that is case hardened by nitriding.

The Inconel seal, by its dynamic and flexible design, applies enough
force per linear inch against the disc edge (Rockwell Hardness of C66
to C70) to obtain an optimum sealing characteristic while controlling
the loads between the metal surfaces.

The metal seal design can be utilized for temperatures up to 900˚F, in
compliance with ANSI B16.34 pressure/temperature specifications.
Leakage is rated at Class IV per ANSI FCI 70-2.

Soft Seal Design

The soft seal design provides a bi-directional bubble tight shutoff (zero
leakage) through the use of a patented seal. This unique seal design
creates a self-energized seal in vacuum-to-low pressure applications.

Under higher pressure conditions, the seal is also designed to confine
and direct movement of the soft seal against the disc edge, up to the
full ANSI Class 150, 300 and 600 Cold Working Pressures.

The soft seal is designed for high services with minimal wear and low
torque. Seal replacement is a simple procedure requiring no special
tools.

Fire-Safe Seal Design

The fire-safe seal design incorporates two patented seals which
function together to seal off pipeline flow. In normal operation, the
soft seal provides a bi-directional “bubble tight” shutoff (zero leakage);
the metal seal provides bi-directional shutoff in the event of a fire, in
conformance to industry fire-safe requirements.

With little or no pressure, the fire-safe seal creates a self-energized
seal against the disc. Higher line pressures act on the geometry of
both seals to dynamically load them against the disc, creating higher
sealing forces in either direction.

The metal seal is made of Inconel material which is shaped by a
proprietary hydroforming process into its unique, patented design.
Stainless steel outer bearings are included for post-fire disc and shaft
alignment. Fireproof packing is used to prevent external shaft leakage.

Standard Valve Components

Key

Gland Flange

Packing

Wedge Ring

Wedge Pins

Overtravel Stop

Set Screws

Seal

End Seal
End Gap
Bolts

Shaft

Packing Gland

Bearings

Disc Spacers

Retainer Ring

Packaging
Gland
Gland Flange

Stud & Nuts

Body

Disc

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