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Volume XI: Thermoplastic Valves

Industrial Technical Manual Series

FIRST EDITION

IPEX THERMOPLASTIC VALVES

• Ball Valves

• Butterfly Valves

• Diaphragm Valves

• Check and Vent Valves

• Specialty Valves

Thermoplastic Valves

Industrial Technical Manual Series

Vol. XI, 1st Edition

© 2008 by IPEX. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without prior written permission. For information contact: IPEX, Marketing, 2441 Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L5J 4C7.

The information contained here within is based on current information and product design at the time of publication and is subject to change without notification. IPEX does not guarantee or warranty the accuracy, suitability for particular applications, or results to be obtained therefrom.

ABOUT IPEX

At IPEX, we have been manufacturing non-metallic pipe and fittings since 1951. We formulate our own compounds and maintain strict quality control during production. Our products are made available for customers thanks to a network of regional stocking locations throughout North America. We offer a wide variety of systems including complete lines of piping, fittings, valves and custom-fabricated items.

More importantly, we are committed to meeting our customers’ needs. As a leader in the plastic piping industry, IPEX continually develops new products, modernizes manufacturing facilities and acquires innovative process technology. In addition, our staff take pride in their work, making available to customers their extensive thermoplastic knowledge and field experience. IPEX personnel are committed to improving the safety, reliability and performance of thermoplastic materials. We are involved in several standards committees and are members of and/or comply with the organizations listed on this page.

For specific details about any IPEX product, contact our customer service department.

SAFETY ALERTS

Engineered thermoplastics are safe inert materials that do not pose any significant safety or environmental hazards during handling or installation. However, improper installation or use can result in personal injury and/or property damage. It is important to be aware of and recognize safety alert messages as they appear in this manual.

The types of safety alert messages are described below.

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of personal injury and carefully read and fully understand the message that follows.

WARNING

“WARNING” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that can result in severe personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.

Note: The use of the word “NOTE” signifies special instructions which are important but are not related to hazards.

For the materials described in this manual, the following warming applies.

“CAUTION” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that can result in minor personal injury or product or property damage if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.

WARNING

• NEVER use compressed air or gas in PVC/CPVC/PP/PVDF

pipe and fittings.

• NEVER test PVC/CPVC/PP/PVDF pipe and fittings with

compressed air or gas, or air-over-water boosters.

• ONLY use PVC/CPVC/PP/PVDF pipe for water and

approved chemicals.

CAUTION

Use of compressed air or gas in PVC/CPVC/PP/PVDF pipe and fittings can result in explosive failures and cause severe injury or death.

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NOTES

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CONTENTS

Thermoplastic Valves Manual

About IPEX

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i

Section One: General Information

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Material Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Valve Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Valve Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Further Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Section Two: Ball Valves

VKD Series Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

VX Series Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VE Series Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

MP Series Compact Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

TK Series 3-Way Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

TKD Series 3-Way Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

VT Series 3-Way Ball Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Section Three: Butterfly Valves

FK Series Butterfly Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

FE Series Butterfly Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Section Four: Diaphragm Valves

VM Series Manual Diaphragm Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

VM Series Pneumatic Diaphragm Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

DV Series Diaphragm Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

CM Series Compact Diaphragm Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

DM Series Diaphragm Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

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Section Five: Check and Vent Valves

VB Series Ball Check Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

VR Series Piston Check Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

SC Series Swing Check Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

VA Series Air Release Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

Section Six: Specialty Valves

RV Series Sediment Strainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

SF Series Solenoid Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

LV Series Lab Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

Section Seven: Standards

Standards Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

Applicable Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

Valve Application Assistance Form

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SECTION ONE: GENERAL INFORMATION

OVERVIEW

This manual provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about IPEX valves. Written with the needs of the engineer and contractor in mind, all aspects of our valves are covered. This includes material properties, specifications, valve types and selection, installation, as well as testing and operating considerations.

With more than 50 years of design and manufacturing experience, these lightweight, long life and maintenance free valves save both time and money. Our high-tech automated manufacturing and testing facility ensures unparalleled reliability for each and every valve.

IPEX quality engineered products include many unique characteristics ranging from important safety features, to simple ergonomic and aesthetic benefits. Material options such as PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF, and ABS make our corrosion resistant valves ideal for use in a wide variety of demanding applications.

IPEX thermoplastic valves are part of our complete systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards. Our network of manufacturing and customer service facilities across North America ensures fast, reliable service, and expert technical support.

INFORMATION

GENERAL

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

GENERAL

INFORMATION

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

IPEX valves have extensive features and benefits unrivalled by the competition. The compact and double blocking design of our ball valves makes them easy to install, yet safe while conducting line maintenance. Machined components and anti-frictions rings result in reduced seal wear and minimal breakaway torque on all our quarter turn valves. Ergonomic handles with incorporated safety lockouts can be removed to reveal integrated ISO pads for direct mount actuation. Many of our valves feature deep square style threads for improved strength and reliability as well as thick o-rings and deep grooves for maximum sealing. For a complete list of features and benefits, please consult the Thermoplastic Valve Multimedia CD or the specific valve literature.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

APPLICATIONS

Industrial and Process Piping

• Plant Water Supply and Distribution Lines

• Cooling Water Systems

• Chemical and Washwater Systems for Photographic Laboratories

• Acid Products Handling for Refineries, Metal Works and Plating Plants

• Bleach, Dye and Acid Lines in Textile Mills

• Deionized Water

• Tailing and Slurry Lines in Mines, Smelters and Fertilizer Plants

• Vacuum Piping

• Pure Chemicals for Semiconductor & Pharmaceutical Industries

• Piping in Fish Hatcheries, Aquariums, Zoological and Biological Buildings

• Well Casings and Dewatering Lines

• Drainage and Effluent Piping

• Swimming Pool Piping

• Rainwater Leaders for Buildings

Pulp and Paper

INFORMATION

GENERAL

• Pulp/Chemical Recovery Systems

• Bleach Plant Piping Systems

• Washwater Piping and Lagoon Systems

Food Processing

• Brine and Seawater Distribution in Fish Plants

• Brine Systems in Meat Packaging Plants

• Piping for the Dairy, Canning and Beverage Industries

Water and Sewage Treatment

• Alum and Ferric Chloride Handling

• Chlorine Injection Systems

• Piping in Lagoons and Settling Ponds

• Rainwater Lines

Irrigation

• Golf Courses

• Greenhouses

• Agriculture

• Residential Turf

• Commercial Turf

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

MATERIAL DESCRIPTION

GENERAL

INFORMATION

PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

PVC is the most frequently specified of all thermoplastic materials and has been used successfully for over 60 years. PVC is characterized by distinctive physical properties, and is resistant to corrosion and chemical attack by acids, alkalis, salt solutions and many other chemicals. It is attacked, however, by polar solvents such as ketones and aromatics. Of the various types and grades of PVC used in plastic piping systems, Type 1, Grade 1 PVC (Cell Classification 12454) conforming to ASTM D1784 is the most common.

CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride)

CPVC (Cell Classification 23447) conforming to ASTM D1784 has physical properties at 73°F (23ºC) similar to those of PVC and chemical resistance similar to or generally better than that of PVC. With a design stress of 2,000psi and maximum service temperature of 210°F (99ºC), CPVC has proved to be an excellent material for hot corrosive liquids, hot and cold water distribution and similar applications above the temperature range of PVC.

PP (Polypropylene)

Polypropylene is a lightweight polyolefin that is generally high in chemical resistance. Although Type 1 Polypropylene conforming to ASTM D2146 is slightly lower in physical properties than PVC, it is chemically resistant to organic solvents as well as acids and alkalies. Generally, polypropylene should not be used in contact with strong oxidizing acids, chlorinated hydrocarbons and aromatics. Polypropylene has a design stress of 1,000psi at 73°F (23ºC).

ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene)

ABS identifies a broad family of engineering thermoplastics with a range of performance characteristics. The copolymeric system can be blended to yield the optimum balance of properties suited to a selected end use. Acrylonitrile imparts chemical resistance and rigidity. Butadiene endows the product with impact strength and toughness, while Styrene contributes to ease of processing.

EPDM (Ethylene propylene diene monomer)

EPDM is the abbreviation, issued by ASTM, for elastomers derived from the propylene and ethylene copolymer. The absence of unsaturation groups at the molecular level gives EPDM excellent resistance to oxidation products but will show a certain swelling when in contact with mineral and petroleum oils, diester base lubricants and organic solvents. Its operating temperature ranges from -65ºF to 284°F (-54ºC to 140°C).

FPM (Vinylidene fluorine rubber)

FPM is the abbreviation, issued by ASTM, for fluorocarbon elastomers derived from vinylidene fluorine copolymers. Trade names include Viton A&B Characterized by excellent resistance to heat and chemical agents, FPM is virtually inert to oil and most solvents and exhibits good chemical resistance to many aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons. Its working temperature range is considered to be from -13°F to 392°F (-25°C to 200°C) although it has been known to seal at very low temperatures such as -58°F (-50°C).

or TecnoflonTM.

PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride)

Polyvinylidene Fluoride is a strong, abrasion-resistant thermoplastic with excellent heat stability and chemical resistance typical of fluorocarbon polymers. It can be used in temperatures up to 300°F (149ºC) with a wide variety of acids, bases and organic solvents, and is ideally suited for handling wet or dry chlorine, bromine and other halogens. No other thermoplastic piping material can approach the combination of strength, chemical resistance and operating temperature that PVDF piping systems can offer.

PTFE (Polytetrafluorethylene)

PTFE or polytetrafluorethylene is a fluorinated polymer characterized by a high molecular weight and a nearly complete chemical resistance to reactives and solvents. Thanks to its characteristics of self-lubrication, shock resistance and extraordinary chemical inertness, polytetrafluorethylene polymers, under trade names such as TeflonTM, FluonTMand ArgoflonTM, have been successfully used in the manufacture of sealing components. Among thermoplastic resins, PTFE allows the highest working temperatures. It can be used at constant temperatures of up to 500°F (260°C).

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VALVE TYPES

By definition, a valve is any device that regulates the flow of gases, liquids, or loose materials through piping or through apertures by opening, closing, or obstructing ports or passageways. Some main categories of valve types are as follows:

Ball Valves

Ball valves are generally used for on/off service, but can range from simple molded-in-place construction to high-end industrial designs with many features and benefits. Multi-port ball valves allow for mixing, diverting, and bypassing flow. Their name is derived from the modified ball in the center of the valve which allows flow to enter and exit through two or more ports. This ball is tightly held between multiple seats, and is cycled via a stem-handle connection. They are typically categorized as "quarter turn" or 90° valves, and can be easily automated. Many ball valves feature full port flow, blocking true union ends, and compact ergonomic designs allowing for simple installation and maintenance.

Butterfly Valves

These highly versatile valves can be used for simple on/off service but also for processes requiring precise throttling. They get their name from the stemdisc assembly that controls the flow. Cycling the valve just 90° allows full travel from the closed position (disc perpendicular to the pipeline) to the open position (disc parallel to the pipeline) or vice versa. A continuous flow profile between fully closed and fully open makes these valves ideal for use in modulating service. While typically connected to the system between two flanges, end-of-line installation is possible while maintaining pressure upstream. An extensive size range and direct mount actuation make them suitable for a wide range of applications.

INFORMATION

GENERAL

Diaphragm Valves

These valves are the perfect solution when precise flow throttling is required. Their design employs a flexible "diaphragm" component which is compressed against the body of the valve to provide a bubble tight seal. The weir style design is extremely good for abrasive slurries as there is no "dead space" for particles to become trapped. They are widely used in high purity applications because their design prevents friction and subsequent particle creation when cycling. Only the body and diaphragm are in contact with the process media. Due to the modular nature of the design, many body styles, diaphragm and seal materials, and actuation options are available.

Check and Vent Valves

Check valves are unidirectional and should be used whenever there is a need to prevent back-flow of process media. This may be when two incompatible fluids cannot be allowed to mix, or when reverse flow would cause undesirable drainage of a system line or tank. Many styles exist including: simple ball checks, heavy duty swing checks, and highly efficient piston checks. These valves are typically gravity operated and require very little back pressure seal. Air release or vent valves safely allow any entrapped air or gas to escape, avoiding potential damage to the piping system.

Specialty Valves

IPEX offers a few specialized valves for a variety of process requirements. Sediment strainers trap suspended particles flowing in the process line, ensuring that downstream components are protected. Solenoid valves are ideal for high-cycle applications where remote operation and precise control are important. Lab valves are an economical solution for small scale on/off requirements.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

The following table should be used as a guide only as some valves only offer certain combinations of sizes, materials, connections, and pressure capabilities.

Always consult the specific valve style section for complete information regarding

availability and technical performance.

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GENERAL

INFORMATION

Valve

Series

VKD Ball 1/2 to 4 PVC, CPVC, PP, ABS TU (S, T), Sm 232

VX Ball 1/2 to 6 PVC, CPVC TU (S, T), F

VE Ball 1/2 to 2 PVC TU (S, T) 232

MP Compact Ball 1/2 to 2 PVC S, T 150

TK 3-Way Ball 1/2 to 2 PVC TU (S, T) 232

VT/VL 3-Way Ball 1/2 to 2 PVC, PP TU (S, T), F, Sm 150

FK Butterfly 1-1/2 to 12 PP, PVC, CPVC, PVDF F (W, L)

FE Butterfly 1-1/2 to 12 PVC F (W)

VM Diaphragm

DV Diaphragm 1/2 to 6 PVC F 150

Valve Type

Sizes

(in)

1/2 to 4

20 to 110 (mm)

Materials End Connections

PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF TU (S, T), F, Sp, Sm 150

Pressure Rating

(PSI)

232 (1/2" to 2")

150 (2-1/2" to 4")

150 (1-1/2" to 10")

120 (12")

232 (1/2" to 2")

150 (2-1/2" to 8")

75 (10" to 12")

CM Compact Diaphragm

DM Diaphragm 1/2 to 2 PVC TU (S, T), F, Sp 120

VB Ball Check 1/2 to 4 PVC, CPVC TU (S, T), F 150

VR Piston Check 1/2 to 4 PVC TU (S, T), S, T, F

SC Swing Check 3 to 8 PVC F

VA Air Release 3/4, 1-1/4, 2 PVC SU (S, T) 232

RV Strainer 1/2 to 4 PVC, CPVC TU (S, T), S, T, F

SF Solenoid 1/4, 1/2 PVC TU (T)

LV Lab 1/4 PVC T 150

TU = True Union, SU = Single Union, S = Socket (IPS), T = Threaded (NPT), F = Flanged (ANSI 150),

W = Wafer, L = Lugged, Si = Spigot (IPS), Sm = Socket (Metric), Sp = Spigot (Metric)

1/2

16 to 20 (mm)

PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF TU (S, T), Sp, Sm 90

232 (1/2" to 1")

150 (1-1/4" to 2")

90 (3" to 4")

100 (3")

70 (4" to 8")

232 (1/2" to 1")

150 (1-1/4" to 2")

60 (3" to 4")

30 (1/4) 60 (1/2)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VALVE SELECTION

As is the case with other thermoplastic components in a processing system, valves must be selected based on the characteristics of the fluid medium, the system's operating parameters, and its intended function for a particular application. Certain valve types are more suitable than others for on/off service, throttling or modulating, automation, back flow prevention, etc.

Fluid Properties

Like other system components, the material that is used in valve construction should be chosen depending on the chemistry of the fluid. Different plastics have varying abilities to handle certain chemical types. In a given piping system, the material selected for a valve is typically the same as what is specified for the pipe and fittings. However, since valves contain other components such as seats and seals, particular attention should be paid to their material selection. Please consult IPEX's Chemical Resistance Guide for specific materialfluid compatibilities. Abrasiveness, viscosity, and other fluid properties are sometimes important to consider as well.

Temperature and Pressure

As with pipe and fittings, the strength of a valve is limited by the operating temperature and pressure of the system. However, the type of failure that can be expected in valves is different than that of other piping components as valves typically contain seats, seals, and moving components. These critical points can be potentially displaced if the seat or seal housing softens or distorts due to excessive prolonged heat. This can result in a loss of pressure capacity if these contact points lose competence. During the design, manufacture, and assembly of IPEX valves, careful attention is given to these vital connections in order to compensate for reduced performance under extreme conditions.

Valves are typically pressure rated by style; however size, material type, and temperature play significant roles in determining the pressure capabilities of a specific valve. Since they are often constructed of more than one material

type, it is important to review the pressure-temperature relationship. General pressure ratings are given assuming an ambient operating temperature of 73°F (23ºC), above which the maximum pressure capability decreases. To account for this, detailed pressure-temperature graphs are included in this manual for each valve type.

Flow rate

An important consideration in valve selection is the intended flow rate of the system. The flow rate of a particular valve is expressed as a CV coefficient. This value represents the number of gallons per minute (GPM) that will flow through a fully open valve with a 1psi pressure drop at 68°F (20ºC). These values are determined from an industry standard testing procedure which uses water as the flowing media (specific gravity of 1.0). Tables showing acceptable flow rates for different size valves are included in this manual for each valve type.

Vacuum Service

Many of our valves have been tested to determine their ability to withstand service under vacuum conditions. Our ball, butterfly, and diaphragm valves have been tested to hold a vacuum in excess of 29 inches of mercury. Please contact the IPEX technical services department for specific vacuum service applications.

Other Considerations

Occasionally it may be important to select a particular valve based on spatial constraints or weight limitations. Some compact light weight valves are better suited to applications where space is limited and/or pipe support is not possible. Requirements such as automation or remote operation may also demand the selection of a particular valve. For details regarding actuated ball and butterfly valves, please refer to the IPEX Industrial technical manual entitled "Quarter Turn Automation".

INFORMATION

GENERAL

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FURTHER INFORMATION

GENERAL

INFORMATION

System Design

The necessity and selection of valves for use in a piping system is largely a function of the overall process requirements. For detailed information regarding the design process and associated considerations, please refer to the IPEX Industrial technical manual entitled "Vinyl Process Piping Systems".

Installation Considerations

For detailed information regarding piping installation and associated considerations, please refer to the IPEX Industrial technical manual entitled "Vinyl Process Piping Systems". For particular valve installation instructions, please refer to the specific valve type section in this manual.

Testing and Operating

The purpose of system testing is to assess the quality of all joints and fittings to ensure that they will withstand the design working pressure, plus a safety margin, without loss of pressure or fluid. Typically, the system will be tested and assessed in sub-sections as this allows for improved isolation and remediation of potential problems. With this in mind, the testing of a specific installed valve is achieved while carrying out a test of the overall system.

An onsite pressure test procedure is outlined in the IPEX Industrial technical manual entitled "Vinyl Process Piping Systems" under the section entitled, "Testing". The use of this procedure should be sufficient to assess the quality of a valve installation. In any test or operating condition, it is important

to never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated appurtenance in the system.

Important points

• Never test thermoplastic piping systems with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water boosters.

• When testing, do not exceed the rated maximum operating pressure of the valve.

• Avoid the rapid closure of valves to eliminate the possibility of water hammer which may cause damage to the pipeline or the valve.

There are certain applications where proper standard procedure for valve selection may still result in operating problems. For example, when conveying volatile liquids such as hydrogen peroxide (H

(NaClO) through ball valves, these liquids may vaporize causing a potentially dangerous pressure increase in the dead space between the ball and the valve body. If left unchecked, this pressure buildup can result in catastrophic failure of the valve. IPEX offers specially modified ball valves for these types of critical applications.

) and sodium hypochlorite

2O2

Maintenance

IPEX valves are designed and manufactured to high quality standards with long service life expectancy. However, if maintenance is required, please refer to the specific valve type section in this manual for instructions.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

SECTION TWO: BALL VALVES

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

IPEX VKD Series Ball Valves offer a variety of advanced features such as the patented seat stop carrier, a high quality stem and ball support system, and a multifunctional locking handle. Deep grooves, thick o-rings, and cushioned Teflon seats contribute to strong seals at pressures up to 232psi while an integral ISO mounting flange and support bracketing combine for simple actuation and anchoring. VKD Series Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec®140, Corzan®, SFPP and Duraplus®systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC, CPVC, PP, ABS

Size Range: 1/2" through 4"

Pressure: 232psi

150psi (PP)

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM or Viton

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

Threaded (FNPT) Socket (Metric)

(PTFE)

(FPM)

BALL VALVES

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM D4101

ASTM F437 ASTM F439

ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

ISO 11922-1

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - VKD

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve body, stem, ball and unions shall be made of

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to

or The IPS socket CPVC end connectors shall conform to

or The Metric socket PP end connectors shall conform to

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall

or The female NPT threaded CPVC end connectors shall

or The female NPT threaded PP end connectors shall

Corzan

CPVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 23447 according to ASTM D1784.

stabilized PP homopolymer compound, also containing a RAL 7032 pigment, which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Type I Polypropylene according to ASTM D4101.

Duraplus

ABS compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 43234 according to ASTM D3965.

(PTFE).

(FPM).

standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

the dimensional standard ASTM F439.

the dimensional standard ISO 11922-1.

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM F437, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be double blocking with union ends.

• All valves shall be full port.

• All valves shall allow for bi-directional flow.

• The valve body shall be single end entry with a threaded carrier (ball seat support).

• The threaded carrier shall be adjustable with the valve installed.

• The valve body shall have an expansion and contraction compensating groove on the molded end.

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball and stem shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats and seals.

• All valve seats shall have o-ring backing cushions to compensate for wear and prevent seizure of the ball.

• The stem design shall feature double o-ring seals as well as a safety shear point above the o-rings.

• All valves shall have integrally molded mounting features for actuation.

• All valves shall have integrally molded support bracketing for anchoring.

• The valve shall include the Dual Block

union nut

locking mechanism.

3.1 Pressure Tested

• All valves shall have been pressure tested in both the open and closed positions by the manufacturer.

3.2 Pressure Rating

• All PVC, CPVC and ABS valves shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

• All PP valves shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.3 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.4 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

or All CPVC valves shall be color-coded light gray.

or All PP valves shall be color-coded beige gray.

or All ABS valves shall be color-coded light gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec Duraplus

by IPEX or approved equal.

140, Corzan®, SFPP or

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d H L Z H1 E B1 B C1 C

1/2 0.84 4.61 0.89 2.83 2.56 2.13 1.14 2.13 1.57 2.64

3/4 1.05 5.08 1.00 3.07 2.76 2.56 1.36 2.56 1.93 3.35

1 1.32 5.59 1.13 3.33 3.07 2.87 1.54 2.74 1.93 3.35

1-1/4 1.66 6.38 1.26 3.86 3.46 3.39 1.81 3.25 2.52 4.25

1-1/2 1.90 6.77 1.38 4.02 3.66 3.86 2.05 3.50 2.52 4.25

2 2.38 7.83 1.50 4.83 4.37 4.80 2.44 4.25 2.99 5.28

2-1/2 2.88 9.25 1.75 5.75 5.24 6.46 3.43 6.46 6.89 8.86

3 3.50 10.63 1.89 6.85 5.87 7.99 4.13 6.97 10.71 12.87

4 4.50 12.13 2.26 7.60 6.57 9.37 5.08 7.68 12.99 15.16

BALL VALVES

Sizes 2-1/2" to 4"

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

Female NPT Threaded Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size R H L Z H1 E B1 B C1 C

1/2 1/2-NPT 4.37 0.70 2.97 2.56 2.13 1.14 2.13 1.57 2.64

3/4 3/4-NPT 4.61 0.71 3.19 2.76 2.56 1.36 2.56 1.93 3.35

1 1-NPT 5.31 0.89 3.54 3.07 2.87 1.54 2.74 1.93 3.35

1-1/4 1-1/4-NPT 6.02 0.99 4.05 3.46 3.39 1.81 3.25 2.52 4.25

1-1/2 1-1/2-NPT 6.14 0.97 4.20 3.66 3.86 2.05 3.50 2.52 4.25

2 2-NPT 7.32 1.17 4.99 4.37 4.80 2.44 4.25 2.99 5.28

2-1/2 2-1/2-NPT 9.25 1.31 6.64 5.24 6.46 3.43 6.46 6.89 8.86

3 3-NPT 10.63 1.40 7.83 5.87 7.99 4.13 6.97 10.71 12.87

4 4-NPT 12.13 1.48 9.17 6.57 9.37 5.08 7.68 12.99 15.16

Sizes 2-1/2" to 4"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Metric Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d H L Z H1 E B1 B C1 C

20mm 0.79 4.02 0.57 2.87 2.56 2.13 1.14 2.13 1.57 2.64

25mm 0.98 4.49 0.63 3.23 2.76 2.56 1.36 2.56 1.93 3.35

32mm 1.26 4.96 0.71 3.54 3.07 2.87 1.54 2.74 1.93 3.35

40mm 1.57 5.55 0.81 3.94 3.35 3.39 1.81 3.25 2.52 4.25

50mm 1.97 6.46 0.93 4.61 3.66 3.86 2.05 3.50 2.52 4.25

BALL VALVES

Sizes 20mm to 63mm

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

Sizes 2-1/2" to 4"

63mm 2.48 7.83 1.08 5.67 4.37 4.80 2.44 4.25 2.99 5.28

Support Bracket - Dimension (inches)

Size J B L H

1/2 M4 1.24 0.79 1.06

3/4 M4 1.57 0.79 1.18

1 M4 1.57 0.79 1.18

1-1/4 M6 1.97 1.18 1.38

1-1/2 M6 1.97 1.18 1.38

2" M6 2.36 1.18 1.57

Support Bracket - Dimension (inches)

Size J f I I1 I2

2-1/2 M6 0.25 0.69 3.54 2.04

3 M8 0.33 0.83 4.43 2.48

4 M8 0.33 0.83 5.39 2.64

Actuation Pad - Dimension (inches)

Size B2 p P j J T Q

1/2 2.28 F03 F04 0.22 0.22 0.47 0.43 3/4 2.89 F03 F05 0.22 0.26 0.47 0.43

*3/4 2.89 F04 0.22 0.47 0.43

1 2.91 F03 F05 0.22 0.26 0.47 0.43

*1 2.91 F04 0.22 0.43 0.43 1-1/4 3.82 F05 F07 0.26 0.33 0.63 0.55 1-1/2 4.09 F05 F07 0.26 0.33 0.63 0.55

2 4.49 F05 F07 0.26 0.33 0.63 0.55

Actuation Pad - Dimension (inches)

Size P J T Q

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

Sizes 2-1/2" to 4"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

2-1/2 F07 0.35 0.63 0.55

3 F07 0.35 0.63 0.55

4 F07 0.35 0.75 0.67

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

100

150

200

250

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

CPVC

73 140

232

176

1/2"

3/4"1"1-1/4"

1-1/2"2"2-1/2"

Flowrate (GPM)

Pressure loss (psi)

Weights

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size (inches) IPS / Metric Socket FNPT Threaded

IPS Metric PVC CPVC PP PVC CPVC PP

1/2 20mm 0.47 0.51 0.32 0.46 0.50 0.31

3/4 25mm 0.76 0.82 0.48 0.74 0.79 0.50

1 32mm 0.99 1.06 0.66 0.99 1.06 0.67

1-1/4 40mm 1.58 1.70 1.06 1.49 1.61 1.01

1-1/2 50mm 2.15 2.31 1.50 2.11 2.26 1.43

2 63mm 3.77 4.06 2.57 3.68 3.95 2.50

2-1/2 - 9.68 10.50 - 9.69 10.50 -

3 - 15.90 17.30 - 16.00 17.40 -

4 - 24.40 26.90 - 24.50 27.00 -

Pressure – Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

Flow Coefficients

Size

1/2 14.0

3/4 27.0

1 53.9

1-1/4 77.0

1-1/2 123

2 238

2-1/2 368

3 497

4 665

BALL VALVES

ABS

Pressure Loss Chart

0.1

0.01

1 10 100 1000

100

Working Pressure (psi)

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

73 140

Working Temperature (˚F)

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

BALL VALVES

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Components

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

# Component Material Qty

1 insert PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

2 handle PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

3 stem o-ring EPDM / Viton

4 stem PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

5 ball seat PTFE 2

6 ball PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

7 body PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

8 ball seat o-ring EPDM / Viton

9 body o-ring EPDM / Viton

10 socket o-ring EPDM / Viton

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

# Component Material Qty

11 carrier PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 1

12 end connector PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 2

13 union nut PVC / CPVC / PP / ABS 2

14* spring SS 1

15* handle lock GRPP 1

16 DUAL BLOCK

POM 1

17* bracket bushing SS / brass 2

18* mounting plate GRPP 1

19* screw SS 2

*Accessories

Components (cont’d)

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Sizes 2-1/2" to 4"

BALL VALVES

# Component Material Qty

1 protective cap PE

2 handle PVC 1

3 bolt SS

4 washer SS 1

5 ball seat PTFE

6 ball PVC / CPVC 1

7 body PVC / CPVC 1

8 ball seat o-ring EPDM / Viton

9 body o-ring EPDM / Viton

10 socket seal EPDM / Viton

11 bolt SS 2

12 end connector PVC / CPVC 2

13 union nut PVC / CPVC 2

14 washer SS 2

15 nut SS 2

# Component Material Qty

17 stop ring PVC / CPVC

18 stem o-ring EPDM / Viton

19 bushing PTFE

20 upper stem PVC / CPVC & SS 1

21 lower stem PVC / CPVC 1

22 pad GRPP 1

23 protective cap PE

24 spring SS 2

25 nut block GRPP 2

26 cover PP 1

27 nut block button GRPP 1

28 protective cap PE 1

29 screw nylon 2

30 bracket bushing brass 2

31 actuation pad GRPP 1

16 carrier PVC / CPVC 1

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. Remove the union nuts (part #13 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style sub-section:

a. For socket style, solvent cement or fuse the end

connectors (12) onto the pipe ends. For correct solvent cementing procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Cementing”

Series,

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

Be sure to allow sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

“Joining Methods - Solvent

in the IPEX Industrial Technical Manual

BALL VALVES

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (12)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods - Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

3. Open and close the valve to ensure that the carrier (11 or 16) is at the desired adjustment. If adjustment is required, ensure that the valve is in the closed position then remove the insert tool (1) from the handle (2). For sizes 2-1/2" to 4", use the tool that accompanies the valve. Line up the moldings on the tool with the slots in the carrier. Tighten or loosen to the desired position then replace the tool on the handle.

4. Ensure that the valve is in the closed position, and that the socket o-rings (10) are properly fitted in their grooves. If anchoring is required, insert the bracket bushings (17) into the bottom of the valve (sizes 1/2" to 2" only). Carefully place the valve in the system between the two end connections and fix if necessary.

5. Tighten the union nut on the side opposite to that which is marked "ADJUST". Hand tightening is typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the valve body and/or the union nut, and may even cause the union nut to crack.

in the IPEX Industrial

“Volume I: Vinyl Process

“Joining

6. Tighten the union nut on the side marked "ADJUST". Tightening the union nuts in this order results in the best possible valve performance due to optimum positioning and sealing of the ball and seat support system.

7. Open and close the valve to again ensure that the cycling performance is adequate. If adjustment is required, place the valve in the closed position, loosen the union nuts, remove the valve from the system, and then continue from Step 3.

8. Engage the Dual Block piece (16, sizes 1/2" to 2") to the side of the valve body or by turning the red knob (27, sizes 2-1/2" to 4") to the locked position. This feature will prevent back-off of the union nuts during operation.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

system by affixing the molded

2-1/2" - 4" Dual Block®Mechanism

1/2" - 2" Dual Block®Mechanism

VKD SERIES BALL VALVES

Valve Maintenance

Disassembly Assembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the line. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the valve and isolated branch.

2. If necessary, detach the valve from the support structure by disassembling the connections to the bracket on the optional bottom of the valve body (7).

3. Unlock the Dual Block

system by compressing the two ends of the molded piece (16, sizes 1/2" to 2") or by turning the red knob (27, sizes 2-1/2" to 4") to the unlocked position. Loosen both union nuts (13) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (10), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

4. Place the valve in the open position then line up the moldings on the wrench tool (1, sizes 1/2" to 2") with the slots in the carrier (found on the side marked “ADJUST”). Loosen and remove the carrier (11 or 16).

5. Carefully press the ball (6) out of the valve body, taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

6. Remove the handle (2) by pulling upwards (sizes 1/2" to 2") or by removing the protective cap (1), bolt (3) and washer (4) (sizes 2-1/2" to 4").

7. On sizes 2-1/2" to 4", remove the throttling pad (22) by loosening and removing the bolts (11), washers (14), nuts (15), and caps (23).

8. Press the stem (4 or 20) into the valve body from above On sizes 2-1/2" to 4", remove the lower stem (21) by pushing it into the valve body from below.

9. The stem o-rings (3 or 18), body o-ring (9), ball seats (5), ball seat o-rings (8), and bushings (19, sizes 2-1/2" to 4") can now be removed and/or replaced.

Note: It is not typically necessary to disassemble the Dual

components (sizes 2-1/2" to 4").

Block

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be sure

to consult the trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Replace the stem o-rings (3 or 18), body o-ring (9), ball seat o-rings (8), ball seats (5), and bushings (19, sizes 2-1/2" to 4") in their proper positions.

2. Insert the stem (4 or 20) into position from inside the valve body (7). On sizes 2-1/2" to 4", insert the lower stem (21) as well.

3. On sizes 2-1/2" to 4", replace the throttling pad (22) and affix in position using the bolts (11), washers (14), and nuts (15). Replace the caps (23) over the nuts.

4. Replace the handle (2). On sizes 2-1/2" to 4", affix using the bolt (3) and washer (4), then replace the protective cap (1).

5. Carefully insert the ball (6) into the valve body, taking care not to score or damage the outer surface. Ensure that the valve handle and ball position correspond to the same operating position.

6. Insert the threaded carrier (11 or 16) and tighten into the valve body. Use the wrench tool to sufficiently tighten.

7. Place the end connectors (12) into the union nuts (13), then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

8. Engage the Dual Block piece (16, sizes 1/2" to 2") to the side of the valve body or by turning the red knob (27, sizes 2-1/2" to 4") to the locked position.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

system by affixing the molded

and/or other

BALL VALVES

Operating Notes

The VKD handle incorporates a locking mechanism that prevents unintentional rotation. When engaged, the springloaded handle release is locked and the valve cannot be cycled. A padlock can be installed through this portion of the handle as an additional safety precaution.

Sizes 2-1/2"

Sizes 3" & 4"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

IPEX VX Series Ball Valves are ideal for general purpose and O.E.M. applications. These valves feature an ultra-compact double block design, and full port bi-directional operation. The true union design allows the valve to be easily removed from the piping system and fully serviced. A threaded seat stop carrier provides improved seal integrity under tough service conditions while the removable handle also functions as a tool for ball seat adjustment. VX Series Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec

140 and Corzan systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

BALL VALVES

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467

ASTM F437 ASTM F439

ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

ANSI B16.5

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC, CPVC

Size Range: 1/2" through 6"

Pressure: 232psi (1/2" to 2")

150psi (2-1/2" to 6")

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM or Viton®(FPM)

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

Threaded (FNPT) Flanged (ANSI 150)

(PTFE)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - VX

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve body, stem, ball and unions shall be made of

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to

or The IPS socket CPVC end connectors shall conform to

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall

or The female NPT threaded CPVC end connectors shall

2.3 Flanged style

• The ANSI 150 flanged PVC end connectors shall

or The ANSI 150 flanged CPVC end connectors shall

Corzan

CPVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 23447 according to ASTM D1784.

(PTFE).

(FPM).

standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

the dimensional standard ASTM F439.

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM F437, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be double blocking with union ends.

• All sizes ½" through 4" shall be full port.

• All sizes shall allow for bi-directional flow.

• The valve body shall be single end entry with a threaded carrier (ball seat support).

3.0 Design Features

• The valve body shall have an expansion and contraction compensating groove on the molded end.

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats.

• The stem design shall feature a shear point above the o-ring to maintain system integrity in the unlikely event of a stem breakage.

• The handle shall incorporate a tool for adjustment of the threaded carrier.

• The handle shall be reversible to allow for operation in tight places.

3.1 Pressure Tested

• All valves shall have been pressure tested in both the open and closed positions by the manufacturer.

3.2 Pressure Rating

• Valve sizes ½" through 2" shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

• Valve sizes 2½" through 6" shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

• All sizes of flanged valves shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.3 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.4 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

or All CPVC valves shall be color-coded light gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 or Corzan®by IPEX or

approved equal.

BALL VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Dimensions

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d L Z H E B C

1/2 0.84 0.89 2.01 3.78 2.09 1.97 2.56

3/4 1.05 1.00 2.13 4.13 2.44 2.28 2.99

1 1.32 1.13 2.34 4.61 2.80 2.56 3.35

1-1/4 1.66 1.26 2.83 5.35 3.31 2.99 3.94

1-1/2 1.90 1.38 3.03 5.79 3.86 3.35 4.41

2 2.38 1.50 3.84 6.85 4.61 4.06 5.39

2-1/2 2.88 1.75 5.00 8.50 6.06 5.24 8.74

3 3.50 1.89 5.47 9.25 7.44 6.06 10.63

4 4.50 2.26 7.64 12.17 8.70 6.89 10.63

*6 6.63 3.03 19.59 25.65 8.70 6.89 10.63

*The 6" valve is a 4" with venturied ends.

Female NPT Threaded Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size R L Z H E B C

1/2 1/2-NPT 0.70 2.14 3.54 2.09 1.97 2.56

3/4 3/4-NPT 0.71 2.24 3.66 2.44 2.28 2.99

1 1-NPT 0.89 2.55 4.33 2.80 2.56 3.35

1-1/4 1-1/4-NPT 0.99 3.02 5.00 3.31 2.99 3.94

1-1/2 1-1/2-NPT 0.97 3.21 5.16 3.86 3.35 4.41

2 2-NPT 1.17 4.01 6.34 4.61 4.06 5.39

3 3-NPT 1.40 6.81 9.61 7.44 6.06 10.63

4 4-NPT 1.48 9.20 12.17 8.70 6.89 10.63

ANSI 150 Flanged (Vanstone) Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size # holes f F H B C

1/2 4 5/8 2-3/8 5.59 1.97 2.56

3/4 4 5/8 2-3/4 6.07 2.28 2.99

1 4 5/8 3-1/8 6.74 2.56 3.35

1-1/4 4 5/8 3-1/2 7.54 2.99 3.94

1-1/2 4 5/8 3-7/8 8.29 3.35 4.41

2 4 3/4 4-3/4 9.60 4.06 5.39

2-1/2 4 3/4 5-1/2 11.13 5.24 8.74

3 4 3/4 6 11.74 6.06 10.63

4 8 3/4 7-1/2 14.99 6.89 10.63

*6 8 7/8 9-1/2 28.55 6.89 10.63

*The 6" valve is a 4" with venturied ends.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

CPVC

1/2" to 2"

140

232

1/2"

3/4"1"1-1/4"

1-1/2"2"2-1/2"

4" & 6"

Flowrate (GPM)

Pressure loss (psi)

Weights Flow Coefficients

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size

(inches)

IPS Socket

PVC CPVC

FNPT

Threaded

ANSI

Flanged

IPS

Socket

Threaded

FNPT

ANSI

Flanged

1/2 0.32 0.32 0.72 0.34 0.34 0.76

3/4 0.49 0.49 1.07 0.53 0.53 1.13

1 0.69 0.69 1.48 0.76 0.76 1.58

1-1/4 1.11 1.11 2.11 1.22 1.22 2.22

1-1/2 1.60 1.60 2.80 1.75 1.75 3.02

2 2.74 2.74 4.62 3.02 3.02 5.02

2-1/2 5.73 N/A 8.31 6.27 N/A 9.35

3 9.55 9.55 13.29 10.45 10.45 14.40

4 16.42 16.42 22.42 17.97 17.97 24.30

*6 25.02 N/A 35.04 27.14 N/A 37.73

*The 6" valve is a 4" with venturied ends.

Pressure – Temperature Ratings Pressure Loss Chart

250

Size

1/2 14.0

3/4 27.0

1 53.9

1-1/4 77.0

1-1/2 123

2 238

2-1/2 368

3 497

4 665

6 665*

*Not including venturied ends.

BALL VALVES

200

2-1/2" to 6"

150

100

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

0.1

0.01

1 10 100 1000

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Components

# Component Material Qty

1* handle High Impact PVC 2* stem o-ring EPDM or Viton

3* stem PVC / CPVC 1

4 body PVC / CPVC 1 5 ball PVC / CPVC 1

6* body o-ring EPDM or Viton

7* end connector PVC / CPVC 2

8 support for ball seat PVC / CPVC 1

9* ball seat PTFE 2

10* socket o-ring EPDM or Viton

11* union nut PVC / CPVC 2

* Spare parts available.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

1 1

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. For socket and threaded style connections, remove the union nuts (part #11 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe. For flanged connections, remove the union nut / flange assemblies from the valve.

6. Tighten the union nut on the side marked “ADJUST”. Tightening the union nuts in this order results in the best possible valve performance due to optimum positioning and sealing of the ball and seat support system.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement the end connectors

(7) onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Process Piping Systems”

sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (7)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

c. For flanged style, join the union nut / flange

assemblies to the pipe flanges. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Flanging”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

3. Open and close the valve to ensure that the ball seat support (8) is at the desired adjustment. If adjustment is required, ensure that the valve is in the closed position then remove the handle (1) from the valve stem. Line up the moldings on the handle with the slots in the ball seat support. Tighten or loosen to the desired position then replace the handle on the valve stem.

. Be sure to allow

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4. Ensure that the valve is in the closed position, and that the socket o-rings (10) are properly fitted in their grooves. Carefully place the valve in the system between the two end connections.

5. Tighten the union nut on the side opposite to that which is marked “ADJUST”. Hand tightening is typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the valve body and/or the union nut and may even cause the union nut to crack.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Valve Maintenance

VX SERIES BALL VALVES

Disassembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Loosen both union nuts (11) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (10), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

3. To disassemble, place the valve in the closed position

BALL VALVES

then remove the handle (1) from the valve stem.

4. Line up the moldings on the handle with the slots in the ball seat support (found on the side marked "ADJUST"). Loosen and remove the ball seat support (8) by turning in a counterclockwise direction.

5. Carefully press the ball (5) out of the valve body, taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

6. To remove the stem (3), press it into the valve body (4) from above.

7. The stem o-ring (2), body o-ring (6), and ball seats (9) can now be removed and/or replaced.

Assembly

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be

sure to consult the and/or other trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Firmly place the ball seat (9) in the groove on the opposite end inside the valve body (4).

2. Properly fit the stem o-ring (2) in the groove on the stem (3), then insert the stem from the inside of the valve body.

3. Ensure that the valve stem is in the closed position then insert the ball (5) into the valve body taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

4. Check that the ball seat (9) and body o-ring (6) are properly fitted on the ball seat support (8), then slightly hand tighten into the valve body. Line up the moldings on the handle (1) with the slots in the ball seat support then tighten by turning in a clockwise direction.

5. Replace the handle on the valve stem then cycle the valve open and closed to determine whether or not the performance is adequate. If so desired, the handle can be removed and used to make further adjustments.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

6. Properly fit the socket o-rings (10) in their respective grooves.

7. Place the end connectors (7) into the union nuts (11), then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VE SERIES BALL VALVES

IPEX VE Series Ball Valves are ideal for light industrial and water applications. These valves feature an ultra-compact double block design, and full port bi-directional operation. The true union design allows the valve to be easily removed from the piping system and fully serviced. A threaded seat stop carrier provides improved seal integrity under tough service conditions while the removable handle also functions as a tool for ball seat adjustment. VE Series Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec

140 systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC

Size Range: 1/2" through 2"

Pressure: 232psi

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

(PTFE) – HDPE blend

Threaded (FNPT)

BALL VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

VE SERIES BALL VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - VE

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of a Teflon HDPE blend.

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

(PTFE) –

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be double blocking with union ends.

• All sizes shall be full port.

• All sizes shall allow for bi-directional flow.

• The valve body shall be single end entry with a threaded carrier (ball seat support).

• The valve body shall have an expansion and contraction compensating groove on the molded end.

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats.

• The stem design shall feature a shear point above the o-ring to maintain system integrity in the unlikely event of a stem breakage.

• The handle shall incorporate a tool for adjustment of the threaded carrier.

• The handle shall be reversible to allow for operation in tight places.

3.1 Pressure Tested

• All valves shall have been pressure tested in both the open and closed positions by the manufacturer.

3.2 Pressure Rating

• All sizes shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.3 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.4 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray with a blue handle.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 by IPEX or approved equal.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

140

232

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

Flowrate (GPM)

Pressure loss (psi)

Dimensions

VE SERIES BALL VALVES

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d L Z H E B C

1/2 0.84 0.89 2.01 3.78 2.09 1.97 2.56

3/4 1.05 1.00 2.13 4.13 2.44 2.28 2.99

1 1.32 1.13 2.34 4.61 2.80 2.56 3.35

1-1/4 1.66 1.26 2.83 5.35 3.31 2.99 3.94

1-1/2 1.90 1.38 3.03 5.79 3.86 3.35 4.41

2 2.38 1.50 3.84 6.85 4.61 4.06 5.39

Female NPT Threaded Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size R L Z H E B C

1/2 1/2-NPT 0.70 2.14 3.54 2.09 1.97 2.56

3/4 3/4-NPT 0.71 2.24 3.66 2.44 2.28 2.99

1 1-NPT 0.89 2.55 4.33 2.80 2.56 3.35

1-1/4 1-1/4-NPT 0.99 3.02 5.00 3.31 2.99 3.94

1-1/2 1-1/2-NPT 0.97 3.21 5.16 3.86 3.35 4.41

2 2-NPT 1.17 4.01 6.34 4.61 4.06 5.39

BALL VALVES

Weights

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size

(inches)

IPS Socket FNPT Threaded

1/2 0.32 0.32

3/4 0.49 0.49

1 0.69 0.69

1-1/4 1.11 1.11

1-1/2 1.60 1.60

2 2.74 2.74

Pressure – Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

100

PVC

Flow Coefficients

Size

1/2 14.0

3/4 27.0

1 53.9

1-1/4 77.0

1-1/2 123

2 238

Pressure Loss Chart

0.1

1/2"

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

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0.01

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BALL VALVES

VE SERIES BALL VALVES

Components

# Component Material Qty

1 handle High Impact PVC 1

2 stem o-ring EPDM 1

3 stem PVC 1

4 body PVC 1

5 ball PVC 1

6 body o-ring EPDM 1

7* end connector PVC 2

8 support for ball seat PVC 1

9 ball seat PTFE – HDPE blend 2

10 socket o-ring EPDM 2

11* union nut PVC 2

* Spare parts available

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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VE SERIES BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. Remove the union nuts (part #11 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement the end connectors

(7) onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Process Piping Systems”

sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (7)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series, “Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”.

3. Open and close the valve to ensure that the ball seat support (8) is at the desired adjustment. If adjustment is required, ensure that the valve is in the closed position then remove the handle (1) from the valve stem. Line up the moldings on the handle wit the slots in the ball seat support. Tighten or loosen to the desired position then replace the handle on the valve stem.

. Be sure to allow

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4. Ensure that the valve is in the closed position, and that the socket o-rings (10) are properly fitted in their grooves. Carefully place the valve in the system between the two end connections.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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Valve Maintenance

VE SERIES BALL VALVES

Disassembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Loosen both union nuts (11) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (10), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

3. To disassemble, place the valve in the closed position then remove the handle (1) from the valve stem.

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4. Line up the moldings on the handle with the slots in the ball seat support (found on the side marked “ADJUST”). Loosen and remove the ball seat support (8) by turning in a counterclockwise direction.

5. Carefully press the ball (5) out of the valve body, taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

6. To remove the stem (3), press it into the valve body (4) from above.

7. The stem o-ring (2), body o-ring (6), and ball seats (9) can now be removed and/or replaced.

Assembly

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be

sure to consult the and/or other trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Firmly place the ball seat (9) in the groove on the opposite end inside the valve body (4).

2. Properly fit the stem o-ring (2) in the groove on the stem (3), then insert the stem from the inside of the valve body.

3. Ensure that the valve stem is in the closed position then insert the ball (5) into the valve body taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

6. Properly fit the socket o-rings (10) in their respective grooves.

7. Place the end connectors (7) into the union nuts (11), then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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MP SERIES COMPACT BALL VALVES

IPEX MP Series Compact Ball Valves are ideally suited to all kinds of plumbing and industrial applications where a compact, inexpensive on/off valve is required. The simple one piece PVC body with integral end connections eliminates potential problems cause by improper adjustment of the ball seating. MP Series Compact Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec

140 systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467

ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1 NSF 14/61

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC

Size Range: 1/2" through 2"

Pressure: 150psi

Seats: Teflon®(PTFE)

Seals: EPDM

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

Threaded (FNPT)

BALL VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - MP

MP SERIES COMPACT BALL VALVES

BALL VALVES

1.1 Material

• The valve body and ball shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

(PTFE).

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with NSF Standard 14/61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connections shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connections shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be composed of a one piece PVC body.

• The end connections shall be an integral part of the body.

• All sizes shall allow for bi-directional flow.

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All sizes shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC) (nonshock).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All PVC Schedule 40 valves shall be color-coded white.

• All PVC Schedule 80 valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 by IPEX or approved equal.

Dimensions and Weights

Flow Coefficients

Size

1/2 8.80

3/4 13.2

1 25.2

1-1/4 38.5

1-1/2 51.3

2 96.7

Dimension (inches)

Size D1

1/2 0.59 0.84 1/2 NPT 0.88 3.11 1.38 1.85 2.76 0.24

Socketd Threaded

P L D2 H A W (lbs)

3/4 0.79 1.05 3/4 NPT 1.00 3.54 1.58 2.24 3.03 0.35

1 0.98 1.32 1 NPT 1.13 4.13 1.89 2.40 3.50 0.52

1-1/4 1.26 1.66 1-1/4 NPT 1.25 4.76 2.13 2.60 3.50 0.74

1-1/2 1.54 1.90 1-1/2 NPT 1.38 5.00 2.44 2.91 4.37 1.06

2 1.97 2.38 2 NPT 1.50 5.87 2.95 3.15 5.47 1.72

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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MP SERIES COMPACT BALL VALVES

0.01

0.1

1 10 100 1000

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

140

PVC 1/2" to 2"

Pressure – Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

100

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

Pressure Loss Chart

BALL VALVES

Pressure loss (psi)

Flowrate (GPM)

# Component Material Qty

1 stem PVC

2 ball PVC 1

3 body PVC (white) / PVC (gray)

4 stem o-ring EPDM 1

5 cap ABS

6 handle ABS 1

7 seat PTFE 2

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

MP SERIES COMPACT BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement each pipe end into

the body of the valve. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

BALL VALVES

Process Piping Systems”

cure time before pressurizing the system.

b. For threaded style, thread each pipe end into the

body of the valve. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

. Be sure to allow sufficient

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Removal From the System

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, cut the pipe as close to the ends of

the valve body as possible. The valve can now be replaced.

b. For threaded style, unthread the pipe ends from the

valve body. The valve can now be reused and/or replaced.

Note: The MP Compact Ball Valve is a molded-in-place valve. It cannot be disassembled.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

IPEX TK Series 3-Way Ball Valves can be used for flow diverting, mixing, or on/off isolation. They will replace a Tee + 2 valve linkage assembly at reduced cost and space, along with shorter installation and maintenance time. The patented seat stop carrier allows for in-line microadjustment of the ball seating, and features o-ring cushioning to minimize wear and prevent seizing. Integral mounting flange and bracketing allows for direct actuation and simple support, while a locking handle can prevent improper positioning. TK Series 3-Way Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

140 systems of pipe, valves, and

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC

Size Range: 1/2" through 2"

Pressure: 232psi

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM or Viton

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

(PTFE)

Threaded (FNPT)

(FPM)

BALL VALVES

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - TK

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball, end connectors, and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

3.0 Design Features

• All valves shall be true union at all three ports.

• All sizes shall be full port.

• Valve design shall permit positive shutoff of any of the three ports.

• Balls shall be of T-port or L-port design (specifier must select one).

• The valve shall have blocking seat supports at all three ports.

(PTFE).

(FPM).

• The threaded carrier (ball seat support) shall be adjustable with the valve installed.

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats.

• All valve seats shall have o-ring backing cushions to compensate for wear and prevent seizure of the ball.

• The thickness of the valve body shall be the same at all three ports.

• The stem design shall feature a shear point above the o-ring to maintain system integrity in the unlikely event of a stem breakage.

• The handle shall feature a locking mechanism to prevent unintentional movement.

• The handle shall incorporate a feature to allow the valve position to be secured with a padlock.

• The handle shall incorporate a removable tool for adjustment of the threaded carrier.

• The top of the stem shall incorporate molded features to indicate port location and ball position.

• All valves shall have integrally molded mounting flanges for support and actuation

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All valves shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 by IPEX or approved

equal.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size C C1 C2 B B1 B2

1/2 3.29 1.16 2.13 3.44 1.30 1.97

3/4 3.86 1.40 2.46 3.88 1.54 2.22

1 4.13 1.46 2.68 4.17 1.77 2.42

1-1/4 5.49 2.01 3.48 5.31 2.01 3.01

1-1/2 5.49 2.01 3.48 5.47 2.24 3.17

2 6.06 2.01 4.06 6.26 2.72 3.84

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d L Z H H1 E

1/2 0.84 0.91 3.43 5.20 3.15 2.17

3/4 1.05 1.00 4.26 6.27 3.94 2.60

1 1.32 1.13 4.59 6.85 4.33 2.95

1-1/4 1.66 1.26 5.55 8.07 5.16 3.43

1-1/2 1.90 1.38 6.20 8.96 5.83 3.94

2 2.38 1.50 7.50 10.51 7.05 4.80

BALL VALVES

sizes 1/2" to 1"

Female NPT Threaded Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size R L Z H H1 E

1/2 1/2-NPT 0.71 3.56 4.96 3.15 2.17

3/4 3/4-NPT 0.71 4.35 5.76 3.94 2.60

1 1-NPT 0.89 4.78 6.56 4.33 2.95

1-1/4 1-1/4-NPT 0.99 5.73 7.71 5.16 3.43

1-1/2 1-1/2-NPT 0.97 6.38 8.32 5.83 3.94

2 2-NPT 1.17 7.66 9.99 7.05 4.80

Mounting Flanges - Dimension (inches)

Size

1/2 0.28 0.38 0.81 1.46 1.00 0.18

3/4 0.31 0.47 0.87 1.65 1.18 0.18

1 0.35 0.49 1.18 1.97 1.32 0.24

1-1/4 0.41 0.53 1.42 2.60 1.57 0.24

1-1/2 0.45 0.57 1.46 2.80 1.69 0.28

2 0.59 0.79 1.77 3.35 1.69 0.28

B L H f

sizes 1-1/4" to 2"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

140

232

Dimensions (cont’d)

BALL VALVES

Weights

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Size ISO J P

1/2 F04 0.20 1.65

3/4 F05 0.28 1.97

1 F05 0.28 1.97

1-1/4 F07 0.35 2.76

1-1/2 F07 0.35 2.76

2 F07 0.35 2.76

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size IPS Socket FNPT Threaded

1/2 0.77 0.77

3/4 1.32 1.32

1 1.87 1.87

1-1/4 2.98 2.98

1-1/2 3.86 3.86

2 6.50 6.50

Dimension (inches)

Flow Coefficients

Size

A B C D E

1/2 3.85 2.45 4.55 13.7 5.11

3/4 9.50 6.65 10.2 26.6 10.5

1 14.4 9.80 17.2 53.2 18.6

1-1/4 27.3 18.9 32.2 73.5 33.3

1-1/2 33.3 23.1 42.0 119 43.4

2 63.0 43.4 84.0 224 85.4

Position

Pressure - Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

100

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Operating Positions

Position T-Port L-Port

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

T-Port

Position

L-Port

0º mixing diverting

90º diverting closed

180º straight flow closed

270º diverting diverting

0º

BALL VALVES

90º

180º

270º

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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Pressure Loss Charts

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

BALL VALVES

Position A:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Diverting Flow

Position B:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Separating Flow

3/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

Position C:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Diverting Flow

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Pressure Loss Charts

Position D:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Straight Flow

Position E:

• L-Port

• Any Inlet

• Diverting Flow

(cont’d)

1/2"

3/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

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0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Components

# Component Material Qty

1* insert tool PVC

2 handle PVC 1

3* stem o-ring EPDM or Viton

4 stem PVC 1

5 ball seat PTFE

6 ball PVC 1

7body PVC 1

8* backing o-ring EPDM or Viton

9* body o-ring EPDM or Viton

10* socket o-ring EPDM or Viton

11 support for ball seat PVC 3

12* end connector PVC 3

13* union nut PVC 3

14 blocking button POM 1

15 stop ring PVC 3

* Spare parts available.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. For socket and threaded style connections, remove the union nuts (part #13 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe. For flanged connections, remove the union nut / flange assemblies from the valve.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement the end connectors

(12) onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Process Piping Systems”

sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (12)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

3. Open and close the valve to ensure that the seat supports (11) are at the desired adjustment. If adjustment is required, remove the insert tool (1) from the handle (2). Line up the moldings on the tool with the slots in the seat supports. Tighten or loosen to the desired position then replace the tool on the handle. For correct alignment of the ball and seat support system, adjustment should begin with the center port.

4. Ensure that the socket o-rings (10) are properly fitted in their grooves then carefully place the valve in the system between the end connections. If anchoring is required, fix the valve to the supporting structure via the integral mounting flange on the bottom of the valve body (7).

. Be sure to allow

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5. Tighten the three union nuts. Hand tightening is typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the valve body and/or the union nut, and may even cause the union nut to crack.

6. Open and close the valve to ensure that the cycling performance is adequate. If adjustment is required, loosen the union nuts, remove the valve from the system, and then continue from Step 3.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TK SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Valve Maintenance

Disassembly Assembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Loosen the three union nuts (13) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (10), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

3. To disassemble, rotate the handle (2) to the following position:

BALL VALVES

a. For T-Port valves, the three arrows must line up

with the three valve ports (The valve must be open at all three ports).

b. For L-Port valves, the two arrows must line up with

ports “a” and “b” (see component diagram).

4. Remove the insert tool (1) from the handle then line up the moldings on the tool with the slots in the seat supports (11). Loosen and remove all three seat supports from the valve body (7).

5. Remove the ball (6) from the valve body while taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

6. Remove the handle from the stem (4) by pulling upwards. To remove the stem, push it into the valve body from above.

7. Remove the seats (5), backing o-rings (8), and body orings (9) from the seat supports.

8. Remove the seat and backing o-ring from the inside of the valve body.

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be sure to consult the

Guide”

lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Properly fit the stem o-rings (3) in the grooves on the

2. Line up the markings on the stem with the ports in the

3. Replace the backing o-ring (8) and seat (5) at the back

4. Insert the ball (6) into the valve body while ensuring that

5. Ensure that all body o-rings (9), backing o-rings, and

6. Replace the handle (2) on the stem while ensuring that

7. Properly fit the socket o-rings (10) in their respective

8. Place the end connectors (12) into the union nuts (13),

and/or other trusted resources to determine specific

stem (4), then insert the stem from the inside of the valve body (7).

valve body.

of the valve body.

the ports line up with the markings on the stem.

seats are properly fitted on the three seat supports (11). Starting with the center port, tighten each support into the valve body using the insert tool (1).

the position markings on the handle line up with those on the stem. Replace the insert tool on the handle.

grooves.

then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance

9. Remove the stem o-rings (3).

10. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

IPEX TKD Series 3-Way Ball Valves can be used for flow diverting, mixing, or on/off isolation. They will replace a Tee + 2 valve linkage assembly at reduced cost and space, along with shorter installation and maintenance time. The patented seat stop carrier allows for in-line microadjustment of the ball seating, and features o-ring cushioning to minimize wear and prevent seizing. The TKD also includes our patented DUAL

BLOCK are held in position even under severe service conditions such as high vibration or thermal expansion. Integral mounting flange and bracketing allows for direct actuation and simple support, while a locking handle can prevent improper positioning. TKD Series 3-Way Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

locking union nut system, which ensures the nuts

140 systems of pipe, valves and fittings,

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC

Size Range: 1/2" through 2"

Pressure: 232psi

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM or Viton

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

(PTFE)

Threaded (FNPT)

(FKM)

BALL VALVES

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - TKD

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball, end connectors, and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

3.0 Design Features

• All valves shall be true union at all three ports.

• All sizes shall be full port.

• Valve design shall permit positive shutoff of any of the three ports.

• Balls shall be of T-port or L-port design (specifier must select one).

• The valve shall have blocking seat supports at all three ports.

(PTFE).

(FKM).

• The threaded carrier (ball seat support) shall be adjustable with the valve installed.

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats.

• All valve seats shall have o-ring backing cushions to compensate for wear and prevent seizure of the ball.

• The thickness of the valve body shall be the same at all three ports.

• The stem design shall feature a shear point above the o-ring to maintain system integrity in the unlikely event of a stem breakage.

• The valve shall include the DUAL BLOCK

union nut

locking mechanism

• The handle shall incorporate an optional feature to allow the valve position to be secured with a padlock.

• The handle shall incorporate a removable tool for adjustment of the threaded carrier.

• The top of the stem shall incorporate molded features to indicate port location and ball position.

• All valves shall have integrally molded mounting flanges for support and actuation

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All valves shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 by IPEX or approved

equal.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size (d) DN E H H1 L Z

1/2 0.59 2.13 5.20 3.15 0.91 3.43

3/4 0.79 2.56 6.27 3.94 1.00 4.26

1 0.98 2.87 6.85 4.33 1.13 4.59

1-1/4 1.26 3.39 8.07 5.16 1.26 5.55

1-1/2 1.57 3.86 8.96 5.83 1.38 6.20

2 1.97 4.80 10.51 7.05 1.50 7.50

Female NPT Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size (R) DN E H H1 L Z

1/2 0.59 2.13 4.96 3.15 0.71 3.56

3/4 0.79 2.56 5.76 3.94 0.71 4.35

1 0.98 2.87 6.56 4.33 0.89 4.78

1-1/4 1.26 3.39 7.71 5.16 0.99 5.73

1-1/2 1.57 3.86 8.32 5.83 0.97 6.38

2 1.97 4.80 9.99 7.05 1.17 7.66

BALL VALVES

Mounting Flanges - Dimension (inches)

Size DN a A

1/2 0.59 0.79 1.22

3/4 0.79 0.79 1.22

1 0.98 0.79 1.22

1-1/4 1.26 1.18 1.97

1-1/2 1.57 1.18 1.97

2 1.97 1.18 1.97

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

140

232

Weights

Size (inches) IPS Socket FNPT Threaded

1/2 0.68 0.68

3/4 1.21 1.21

1 1.74 1.74

1-1/4 2.81 2.81

1-1/2 3.66 3.66

2 6.17 6.17

BALL VALVES

Pressure - Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

100

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Flow Coefficients

Size

A B C D E

1/2 3.85 2.45 4.55 13.7 5.11

3/4 9.50 6.65 10.2 26.6 10.5

1 14.4 9.80 17.2 53.2 18.6

1-1/4 27.3 18.9 32.2 73.5 33.3

1-1/2 33.3 23.1 42.0 119 43.4

2 63.0 43.4 84.0 224 85.4

Position

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Operating Positions

Position T-Port L-Port

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

T-Port

Position

L-Port

0º mixing diverting

90º diverting closed

180º straight flow closed

270º diverting diverting

0º

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90º

180º

270º

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Pressure Loss Charts

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

BALL VALVES

Position A:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Diverting Flow

Position B:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Separating Flow

3/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

Position C:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Diverting Flow

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Pressure Loss Charts

Position D:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Straight Flow

Position E:

• L-Port

• Any Inlet

• Diverting Flow

(cont’d)

1/2"

3/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

BALL VALVES

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

BALL VALVES

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Components

# Component Material Qty

1 insert U-PVC 1

2 handle U-PVC 1

3 spring (SHKD) Stainless Steel 1

4** safety handle block (SHKD) PP-GR 1

5* stem o-rings EPDM-FKM 2

6 position indicator POM 1

7 stem U-PVC 1

8 Dual Block

POM 3

9 body U-PVC 1

10* support o-ring for ball seat EPDM-FKM 4

11* ball seat PTFE 4

12 ball U-PVC 1

13 radial seal o-ring EPDM-FKM 3

14 support for ball seat U-PVC 3

15 stop ring U-PVC 3

16* socket seal o-ring EPDM-FKM 3

17* end connector U-PVC 3

18abc union nuts U-PVC 3

* Spare parts available.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

** Optional feature

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Installation Procedures

1. For socket and threaded style connections, remove the union nuts (part #18 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe. For flanged connections, remove the union nut / flange assemblies from the valve.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement the end connectors

(17) onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Process Piping Systems”

sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (17)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

c. For flanged style, join the union nut / flange

assemblies to the pipe flanges. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Flanging”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

3. Open and close the valve to ensure that the seat supports (14) are at the desired adjustment. If adjustment is required, remove the insert tool (1) from the handle (2). Line up the moldings on the tool with the slots in the seat supports. Tighten or loosen to the desired position then replace the tool on the handle. For

correct alignment of the ball and seat support system, adjustment should begin with the center port.

. Be sure to allow

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4. Ensure that the socket o-rings (16) are properly fitted in their grooves then carefully place the valve in the system between the end connections. If anchoring is required, fix the valve to the supporting structure via the integral mounting flange on the bottom of the valve body (9).

5. Tighten the three union nuts. Hand tightening is typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the

valve body and/or the union nut, and may even cause the union nut to crack.

6. Check the installation of the dedicated lock nut device DUAL BLOCK

7. Open and close the valve to ensure that the cycling performance is adequate. If adjustment is required, loosen the union nuts, remove the valve from the system, and then continue from Step 3.

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

(8) on the valve body.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

TKD SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Valve Maintenance

Disassembly Assembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Unlock the Dual Block (8). Loosen the three union nuts (18) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (16), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

3. To disassemble, rotate the handle (2) to the following

BALL VALVES

position:

a. For T-Port valves, the three arrows must line up

with the three valve ports (The valve must be open at all three ports).

b. For L-Port valves, the two arrows must line up with

ports “a” and “b” (see component diagram).

4. Remove the insert tool (1) from the handle then line up the moldings on the tool with the slots in the seat supports (14). Loosen and remove all three seat supports from the valve body (9).

5. Remove the ball (12) from the valve body while taking care not to score or damage the outer surface.

6. Remove the handle from the stem (7) by pulling upwards. To remove the stem, push it into the valve body from above.

7. Remove the seats (11), backing o-rings (10), and body orings (13) from the seat supports.

8. Remove the seat and backing o-ring from the inside of the valve body.

system by compressing the lever

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be sure to consult the "IPEX Chemical Resistance

Guide" and/or other trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Properly fit the stem o-rings (5) in the grooves on the stem (7), then insert the stem from the inside of the valve body (9).

2. Line up the markings on the stem with the ports in the valve body.

3. Replace the backing o-ring (10) and seat (11) at the back of the valve body.

4. Insert the ball (12) into the valve body while ensuring that the ports line up with the markings on the stem.

5. Ensure that all body o-rings (13), backing o-rings, and seats are properly fitted on the three seat supports (14). Starting with the center port, tighten each support into the valve body using the insert tool (1).

6. Replace the handle (2) on the stem while ensuring that the position markings on the handle line up with those on the stem. Replace the insert tool on the handle.

7. Properly fit the socket o-rings (16) in their respective grooves.

8. Place the end connectors (17) into the union nuts (18), then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

9. Remove the stem o-rings (5).

10. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

IPEX VT Series 3-Way Ball Valves can be used for flow diverting, mixing, or on/off isolation. They will replace a Tee + 2 valve linkage assembly at reduced cost and space, along with shorter installation and maintenance time. Molded features on the body allow for simple mounting and actuation while in-line ball seat adjustments are easily achieved by tightening the union nuts. VT Series 3-Way Ball Valves are part of our complete Xirtec

140 and SFPP systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784 ASTM D2464 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM D4101 ASTM F1498

ANSI B1.20.1

ISO 11922-1

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC, PP

Size Range: 1/2" through 2"

Pressure: 150psi

Seats: Teflon

Seals: EPDM or Viton®(FPM)

End Connections: Socket (IPS)

(PTFE)

Threaded (FNPT) Socket (Metric)

BALL VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Sample Specification

1.0 Ball Valves - VT

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

BALL VALVES

1.1 Material

• The valve body, stem, ball, end connectors, and unions shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve body, stem, ball, end connectors, and unions

shall be made of stabilized PP homopolymer compound, also containing a RAL 7032 pigment, which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Type I Polypropylene according to ASTM D4101.

1.2 Seats

• The ball seats shall be made of Teflon

(PTFE).

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

(FPM).

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

or The Metric socket PP end connectors shall conform to

the dimensional standard ISO 11922-1.

2.2 Threaded style

• The female NPT threaded PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standards ASTM D2464, ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

or The female NPT threaded PP end connectors shall

conform to the dimensional standards ASTM F1498, and ANSI B1.20.1.

3.0 Design Features

• All valves shall be true union at all three ports.

• All sizes shall be full port.

• Valve design shall permit positive shutoff of any of the three ports.

• Balls shall be of T-port or L-port design (specifier must select one).

• The valve body, union nuts, and carrier shall have deep square style threads for increased strength.

• The ball shall be machined smooth to minimize wear on valve seats.

• All valve seats shall have o-ring backing cushions to compensate for wear and prevent seizure of the ball.

• The thickness of the valve body shall be the same at all three ports.

• The handle shall incorporate molded features to indicate port location and ball position.

• The top of the stem shall incorporate molded features to indicate port location and ball position.

• All valves shall have integrally molded mounting pads.

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All valves shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

or All PP valves shall be color-coded beige gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 or PP by IPEX or

approved equal.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size d B C B1

1/2 0.84 2.01 2.56 1.08

3/4 1.05 2.36 2.99 1.28

1 1.32 2.64 3.35 1.44

1-1/4 1.66 2.95 3.94 1.69

1-1/2 1.90 3.50 4.41 2.03

2 2.38 4.13 5.39 2.34

IPS Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d L Z H E I1 I

1/2 0.84 0.89 3.03 4.80 2.09 0.94 0.94

3/4 1.05 1.00 3.58 5.59 2.44 1.22 0.98

1 1.32 1.13 3.96 6.22 2.80 1.57 1.06

1-1/4 1.66 1.26 4.92 7.44 3.31 1.61 1.26

1-1/2 1.90 1.38 5.31 8.07 3.86 2.09 1.10

2 2.38 1.50 6.56 9.57 4.61 2.28 1.38

BALL VALVES

Female NPT Threaded Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size R L Z H E I1 I

1/2 1/2-NPT 0.70 3.17 4.57 2.09 0.94 0.94

3/4 3/4-NPT 0.71 3.69 5.10 2.44 1.22 0.98

1 1-NPT 0.89 4.15 5.93 2.80 1.57 1.06

1-1/4 1-1/4-NPT 0.99 5.12 7.09 3.31 1.61 1.26

1-1/2 1-1/2-NPT 0.97 5.50 7.44 3.86 2.09 1.10

2 2-NPT 1.17 6.73 9.06 4.61 2.28 1.38

Metric Socket Connections - Dimension (inches)

Size d L Z H E I1 I

20mm 0.79 0.57 3.23 4.37 2.09 0.93 0.93

25mm 0.98 0.63 3.74 5.00 2.48 1.20 0.96

32mm 1.26 0.71 4.29 5.71 2.80 1.55 1.04

40mm 1.57 0.81 5.12 6.73 3.31 1.58 1.24

50mm 1.97 0.93 6.10 7.95 3.82 2.05 1.10

63mm 2.48 1.08 7.20 9.37 4.57 2.22 1.34

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

140

Weights

Size

1/2 0.54 0.53 0.39

3/4 0.85 0.80 0.60

1 1.23 1.25 0.88

1-1/4 1.93 1.86 1.36

1-1/2 2.84 2.73 1.90

2 4.60 4.41 3.09

BALL VALVES

Pressure - Temperature Ratings

250

200

150

100

Approximate Weight (lbs)

PVC PP

IPS Socket

FNPT

Threaded

Metric Socket

Flow Coefficients

Size

A B C D E

1/2 3.85 2.45 4.55 13.7 5.11

3/4 9.50 6.65 10.2 26.6 10.5

1 14.4 9.80 17.2 53.2 18.6

1-1/4 27.3 18.9 32.2 73.5 33.3

1-1/2 33.3 23.1 42.0 119 43.4

2 63.0 43.4 84.0 224 85.4

Position

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

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Operating Positions

Position T-Port L-Port

0º mixing diverting

90º diverting closed

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

T-Port

Position

0º

L-Port

180º straight flow closed

270º diverting diverting

BALL VALVES

90º

180º

270º

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Pressure Loss Charts

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

BALL VALVES

Position A:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Diverting Flow

Position B:

• T-Port

• Center Inlet

• Separating Flow

3/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

Position C:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Diverting Flow

0.01

1 10 100 1000

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

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0.01

0.1

1 10 100 1000

Pressure loss (psi)

Flowrate (GPM)

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

1/2"

Pressure Loss Charts (cont’d)

Position D:

• T-Port

• Side Inlet

• Straight Flow

Position E:

• L-Port

• Any Inlet

• Diverting Flow

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1/2"

3/4"

BALL VALVES

1-1/2"

1-1/4"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 10 100 1000

Flowrate (GPM)

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

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BALL VALVES

VT SERIES 3-WAY BALL VALVES

Components

# Component Material Qty

1* handle High Impact PVC

2* stem o-ring EPDM or Viton

3* stem PVC / PP

4 body PVC / PP 1

5* ball PVC / PP 1

6* body o-ring EPDM or Viton

7 support for ball seat PVC / PP 3

8* ball seat PTFE 3

9* socket o-ring EPDM or Viton

10* union nut PVC / PP 3

11* end connector PVC / PP 3

12 backing o-ring EPDM or Viton

* Spare parts available.

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Installation Procedures

1. For socket and threaded style connections, remove the union nuts (part #10 on previous page) and slide them onto the pipe. For flanged connections, remove the union nut / flange assemblies from the valve.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For socket style, solvent cement the end connectors

(11) onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Solvent Cementing”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Process Piping Systems”

sufficient cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

b. For threaded style, thread the end connectors (11)

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

Methods – Threading”

Technical Manual Series,

Piping Systems”

3. Ensure that the socket o-rings (9) are properly fitted in their grooves then carefully place the valve in the system between the end connections.

4. Tighten the union nut on the side marked “TIGHTEN” (10a). Hand tightening is typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the valve body and/or the union nut, and may even cause the union nut to crack.

5. Tighten the remaining two union nuts (10b and 10c). Tightening the union nuts in this order results in the best possible valve performance due to optimum positioning and sealing of the ball and seat support system.

. Be sure to allow

in the IPEX Industrial

“Volume I: Vinyl Process

in the IPEX

“Volume I: Vinyl

“Joining

BALL VALVES

6. Open and close the valve to ensure that the cycling performance is adequate. If adjustment is required, loosen and/or tighten only the 10b and 10c union nuts.

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Valve Maintenance

Disassembly Assembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch and valve before continuing.

2. Loosen the three union nuts (10) and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings (9), take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be

sure to consult the and/or other trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Properly fit the stem o-ring (2) in the groove on the stem (3), then insert the stem from the inside of the valve body (4).

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

3. To disassemble, turn the handle (1) to a position parallel

BALL VALVES

with the two side ports of the valve body (4).

4. Carefully press the ball (5) and support (7) out of the valve body from one of the side ports, taking care not to score or damage the sealing surfaces.

5. Remove the remaining two seat supports from the valve body.

6. Remove the handle (1) from the stem (3). Press the stem into the valve body from above to remove.

7. The stem o-ring (2), body o-rings (6), ball seats (8), and backing o-rings (12) can now be removed and/or replaced.

2. Line up the markings on the stem with the ports in the valve body.

3. Insert the ball (5) into the valve body while ensuring that the ports line up with the markings on the stem.

4. Ensure that the backing o-rings (12), ball seats (8), and body o-rings (6) are all properly fitted on the three seat supports (7) then carefully insert each of them into the valve body.

5. Replace the handle (1) on the stem while ensuring that the position markings on the handle line up with those on the stem.

6. Properly fit the socket o-rings (9) in their respective grooves.

7. Place the end connectors (11) into the union nuts (10), then thread onto the valve body taking care that the socket o-rings remain properly fitted in their grooves.

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SECTION THREE: BUTTERFLY VALVES

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

IPEX FK Series Butterfly Valves offer superior strength and chemical resistance in highly corrosive environments and process flow conditions. The special trapezoid shape of the liner and a serrated body cavity guarantee a bubble tight seal while keeping break-away torque at an absolute minimum. This versatile industrial valve features double self-lubricating seals, direct actuator mount capability, and the option of either a lever handle or mounted gear box. A special integral stainless steel lug version provides for full bi-directional operation allowing disassembly of the downstream flange connection without weakening the integrity of the upstream connection to the pressurized line. FK Series Butterfly Valves are part of our complete Xirtec®140, Corzan®and SFPP systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784 ASTM D3222 ASTM D4101

ANSI B16.5

Valve Availability

Body Material: Glass reinforced PP (GRPP)

Disc Material: PP, PVC, CPVC, PVDF

Size Range: 1-1/2" through 12"

Pressure: 150psi (1-1/2" to 10")

120psi (12")

Seats: EPDM or Viton

Seals: EPDM or Viton®(FPM)

Body Style: Wafer or Lugged

Control Style: Lever Handle or Mounted Gear Box

End Connections: Flanged (ANSI 150)

(FPM)

BUTTERFLY VALVES

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Sample Specification

1.0 Butterfly Valves - FK

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

BUTTERFLY VALVES

1.1 Material

• The valve body shall be made of glass reinforced polypropylene (GRPP) obtained from homopolymer polypropylene (PPH).

• The valve disc shall be made of stabilized PP homopolymer compound, also containing a RAL 7032 pigment, which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Type I Polypropylene according to ASTM D4101.

or The valve disc shall be made of PVC compound which

shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve disc shall be made of Corzan

CPVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 23447 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve disc shall be made of virgin, non-regrind

PVDF compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Table 1 according to ASTM D3222.

• The valve shaft shall be made of 420 stainless steel.

1.2 Seats

• The disc liner shall be made of EPDM.

or The disc liner shall be made of Viton

(FPM).

1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

or The o-ring seals shall be made of Viton

(FPM).

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Flanged style

• The ANSI 150 flanged connections shall conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be of either wafer or lugged design (specifier must select one).

• The lugged style shall feature permanently integrated stainless steel lugs. No field inserted lugs allowed.

• Manual control of the valve shall be achieved through the use of either a lever handle or mounted gear box (specifier must select one).

• The shaft shall have standard ISO square dimensions for direct mounting of actuators.

• The disc seat shall be a trapezoidal elastomeric liner and provide a bubble tight seal.

• The liner shall completely isolate the valve body from the process flow.

• The liner shall function as a flange gasket on both sides of the valve.

• The body cavity shall feature special channeling to prevent liner slippage and compression.

• The disc, seats, and seals shall be the only wetted parts.

• Teflon

seated o-ring seals shall prevent the stainless

steel shaft from becoming wetted.

3.1 Pressure Rating

• Valve sizes 1-1/2" through 10" shall be rated at 150psi at 73ºF (23ºC).

• Valve sizes 12" shall be rated at 120psi at 73ºF (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All valves shall be color-coded beige gray.

4.0 All valves shall be by IPEX or approved equal.

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Dimensions

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size DN Z B1 B2 H

1-1/2 1.57 1.30 4.17 2.36 5.20 3.90 4.29 0.75 4

2 1.97 1.69 4.41 2.76 5.79 4.53 4.94 0.75 4

2-1/2 2.56 1.81 4.69 3.15 6.50 5.04 5.67 0.75 4

3 3.15 1.93 5.24 3.66 7.28 5.71 6.30 0.75 8

4 3.94 2.20 5.79 4.21 8.31 6.50 7.48 0.75 8

5 4.92 2.52 6.57 4.72 9.45 8.03 8.46 0.91 8

6 5.91 2.76 7.09 5.28 10.55 9.06 9.53 0.91 8

8 7.87 2.80 8.94 6.34 12.72 11.02 11.73 0.91 8

10 9.84 4.49 9.76 8.27 15.94 13.19 14.25 1.00 12

12 11.81 4.49 12.01 9.65 18.70 15.35 17.01 1.14 12

Lever Handle - Dimension (inches)

Size DN C1 C B2 B3 # holes

1-1/2 1.57 3.94 6.89 2.36 5.39 4

2 1.97 3.94 6.89 2.76 5.63 4

2-1/2 2.56 4.33 10.71 3.15 6.46 4

3 3.15 4.33 10.71 3.66 7.01 8

4 3.94 4.33 10.71 4.21 7.56 8

5 4.92 4.33 12.99 4.72 8.35 8

6 5.91 4.33 12.99 5.28 8.86 8

8 7.87 4.80 16.54 6.34 10.71 8

min

max

f # holes

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Mounted Gear Box - Dimension (inches)

Size DN G2 G G1 G3 B2 B5 B6 # holes

2-1/2 2.56 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 3.15 6.85 5.75 4

3 3.15 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 3.66 7.40 6.30 8

4 3.94 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 4.21 7.95 6.85 8

5 4.92 1.54 1.89 5.67 7.87 4.72 8.74 7.64 8

6 5.91 1.54 1.89 5.67 7.87 5.28 9.25 8.15 8

8 7.87 2.36 2.56 8.03 7.87 6.34 11.30 10.08 8

10 9.84 2.99 3.46 9.29 9.84 8.27 12.48 11.06 12

12 11.81 2.99 3.46 9.29 9.84 9.65 14.72 13.31 12

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Dimensions (cont’d)

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8"

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

ANSI Lugged - Dimension (inches)

Size DN A f # holes

1-1/2 1.57 3.87 1/2 - UNC 4

2 1.97 4.75 5/8 - UNC 4

2-1/2 2.56 5.50 5/8 - UNC 4

3 3.15 6.00 5/8 - UNC 8

4 3.94 7.50 5/8 - UNC 8

5 4.92 8.50 3/4 - UNC 8

6 5.91 9.50 3/4 - UNC 8

8 7.87 11.75 3/4 - UNC 8

10 9.84 14.25 7/8 - UNC 12

12 11.81 17.00 7/8 - UNC 12

Mounting Pad for Actuation - Dimension (inches)

Size ISO J P T Q

1-1/2 F05 0.28 1.97 0.47 0.43

2 F05 0.28 1.97 0.47 0.43

2-1/2 F05 / F07 0.28 / 0.35 1.97 / 2.76 0.47 0.43

3 F07 0.35 2.76 0.63 0.55

4 F07 0.35 2.76 0.63 0.55

5 F07 0.35 2.76 0.75 0.67

6 F07 0.35 2.76 0.75 0.67

8 F10 0.43 4.02 0.94 0.87

10 F10 / F12 / F14 0.43 / 0.51 / 0.67 4.02 / 4.92 / 5.51 1.14 1.06

12 F10 / F12 / F14 0.43 / 0.51 / 0.67 4.02 / 4.92 / 5.51 1.14 1.06

Sizes 10" to 12"

Weights

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size Valve w/ Handle w/ Gear Box

1-1/2 1.27 1.98 -

2 1.66 2.38 -

2-1/2 2.20 3.24 5.29

3 3.09 4.12 6.17

4 3.86 4.89 6.94

5 5.62 6.83 9.81

6 7.28 8.49 11.46

8 13.23 14.88 20.50

10 26.46 - 41.01

12 41.89 - 56.44

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FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Pressure – Temperature Ratings

250

200

1-1/2" to 10"

150

12"

100

Working Pressure (psi)

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

250

1-1/2" to 2"

232

200

2-1/2" to 10"

150

120

100

Working Pressure (psi)

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

73 140

Working Temperature (˚F)

12"

73 140

Working Temperature (˚F)

PVC

Flow Coefficients

Size C

1-1/2 70

2 90

2-1/2 119

3 249

4 413

5 690

6 1309

8 2135

10 3724

12 5712

0.9

0.8

0.7

0.6

0.5

0.4

Correction Factor

0.3

0.2

0.1

0 102030405060708090100

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Disc Travel (%)

250

1-1/2" to 2"

200

2-1/2" to 10"

150

12"

100

Working Pressure (psi)

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

73 140

CPVC & PVDF

Working Temperature (˚F)

Pressure Loss Chart

2-1/2"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

0.01

1 100 1000 10000

1-1/2"

Flowrate (GPM)

Note: FK lugged butterfly valves in end-of-line applications are rated to full pressures – no de-rating is necessary.

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CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

10"

12"

Components

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Sizes 1-1/2" to 2"

Sizes 2-1/2" to 8"

# Component Material Qty

1* handle insert ABS

2* handle PVC 1

3* cap PE

4* screw SS 1

5* washer SS

6 spacer pad GRPP 1

7 screw SS

8 screw SS 2

9 ratchet SS

10 pad GRPP 1

11 washer SS 2

12 nut SS 2

13 retaining ring SS 1

14* shaft 420 SS 1

* Spare parts available.

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CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

# Component Material Qty

15* bushing o-ring EPDM or Viton

16 bushing Nylon 1

17* shaft o-ring EPDM or Viton

18* shaft o-ring EPDM or Viton

19 body GRPP 1

20 cap PE 1

21 screw SS 1

22 washer SS 1

23* anti-friction ring PTFE 2

24* disc o-ring EPDM or Viton

25* disc PP / PVC / CPVC / PVDF 1

26* primary liner EPDM or Viton

27 inserts ABS 4 or 8

28 cap PE 2

Components (cont’d)

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Infinite Adjustable Handle KitSizes 10" to 12"

BUTTERFLY VALVES

# Component Material Qty

1 body GRPP

2 washer SS 1

3 bushing PP

4* bushing o-ring EPDM or Viton

3 bushing for o-ring PP

6 washer PTFE 2

7* primary liner EPDM or Viton

8* anti-friction ring PTFE 2

9* disc o-ring EPDM or Viton

10* disc PP / PVC / CPVC / PVDF 1

11 washer SS 2

12 washer SS 1

13 cap PE 1

14 screw SS 1

15 washer SS 1

16* shaft 420 SS 1

17* shaft o-ring EPDM or Viton

18 retaining ring SS 1

19 o-ring EPDM or Viton

* Spare parts available.

# Component Material Qty

1 pad GRPP

2 screw SS 2

3 washer SS

4 nut SS 2

5 cap PE 2

6 screw SS 1

7 spacer PVC 1

8 handle PVC 1

9 washer SS

10 screw SS 1

11 cap PE 1

12 washer SS 1

13 knob PP 1

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CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Installation Procedures

1. For the lever handle style, attach the handle (part #2 on previous pages) to the valve body (19) using the supplied bolt (4) and washer (5). Affix the cap (3) over the bolt.

2. For non-lugged style sizes 1-1/2" through 8", push the inserts (27) into the body holes according to the position chart below.

3. Ensure that the length of the bolts is sufficient for the size of valve being installed. Due to the varying designs of plastic flanges, there is no recommended minimum length. However, a length that results in at least 5 exposed threads on each side should be sufficient.

4. Please refer to the appropriate application sub-section:

a. For typical inline installation, ensure that the disc is

in the partially closed position then carefully insert the valve into the piping system between the two flanges. Insert the bolts, washers, and nuts (if necessary), then hand tighten. Take care to properly line up the valve and flanges as any misalignment may cause leakage.

BUTTERFLY VALVES

b. For lugged version end of line installation, ensure

that the disc is in the partially closed position then carefully position the valve on the flange. Insert the bolts, and washers, then hand tighten. Take care to properly line up the valve and flange as any misalignment may cause leakage.

5. To avoid damage to the primary gasket, cycle the valve to the open position before tightening the bolts. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Flanging”

Technical Manual Series,

Systems”

pattern to the nominal torque in the table below. These torque ratings are sufficient to maintain a watertight seal at the maximum rated operating pressure.

. The bolts should be tightened in an even

in the IPEX Industrial

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

0º normal

service

90º suspended

particles

45º

dirty fluids

Note: If the process media is dirty or contains suspended particles, it is advisable to install the valve in an orientation in which the shaft is not vertical (see diagrams). Over time, particles may collect at the bottom of the valve posing a threat to the seal between the disc, liner, and shaft.

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CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Size

1-1/2 POS 1 7

2 - 9

2-1/2 POS 2 11

3 POS 2 13

4 POS 2 15

5 POS 2 26

6 POS 2 30

8 POS 2 41

10 - 52

12 - 52

ANSI 150

Insert Position

Nominal Bolt Torque

(ft-lbs)

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Valve Maintenance

Disassembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the isolated branch before continuing.

2. Cycle the valve to a partially open position then loosen each bolt holding the valve to the pipe flange(s). Please refer to the section entitled,

Flanging”

Series, recommended bolt tightening pattern diagram. Follow the same pattern when disassembling the flanged joint(s) then carefully remove the valve from the line.

in the IPEX Industrial Technical Manual

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

“Joining Methods –

for a

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8"

3. For the lever handle style:

a. Remove the cap (3) then loosen the screw (4) and

washer (5) to remove the handle (2).

b. Loosen the screws (7) then remove the washers

(11), nuts (12), caps (28), and the pad (10) from the valve body (19).

4. For the mounted gear box style:

a. Loosen and remove the bolts and washers fixed to

the gear box. Carefully remove the gear box from the valve taking care not to damage the stem.

b. Loosen the screws (7) then remove the washers

(11), nuts (12), caps (28), and the spacer pad (6) from the valve body (19).

5. Remove the cap (20) then loosen and remove the screw (21) and washer (22) from the base of the valve body.

6. Carefully pull the shaft (14) out of the valve body then remove the disc (25).

7. Remove the primary liner (26) from the valve body.

8. Remove the nylon bushing (16) and o-rings (15) from the valve body (sizes 2-1/2" to 8").

Sizes 10" to 12"

3. Loosen and remove the bolts and washers fixed to the gear box. Carefully remove the gear box from the valve taking care not to damage the stem.

4. Remove the cap (13) then loosen and remove the screw (14) and washers (11, 12, and 15) from the base of the valve body (1).

5. Carefully pull the shaft (16) out of the valve body then remove the disc (10).

6. Remove the primary liner (7) from the valve body.

7. Remove the upper and lower bushings (3, 5), washers (2,

6), and o-rings (4) from the valve body.

8. Remove the disc anti-friction rings (8) and o-rings (9,

19).

9. Remove the retaining ring (18) and o-rings (17) from the shaft.

10. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

9. Remove the disc anti-friction rings (23), and o-rings (24, sizes 2-1/2" to 8").

10. Remove the retaining ring (13, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") and orings (17, 18) from the shaft.

11. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

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CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FK SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Valve Maintenance

(cont’d)

Assembly

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be sure

to consult the other trusted resources to determine specific lubricantrubber compatibilities.

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8"

1. Insert the primary liner (26) into the valve body (19). Ensure that the proper holes line up with those on the body.

2. Properly fit the o-rings (15) on the nylon bushing (16) (sizes 2-1/2" to 8") then insert the Teflon washer and bushing into the valve body from above.

3. Properly fit the disc o-rings (24, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") and

BUTTERFLY VALVES

anti-friction rings (23) on the disc (25), then insert into the valve liner taking care to center the holes.

4. Properly fit the o-rings (17, 18) and retaining ring (13, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") in their grooves on the shaft (14), then carefully insert into the valve body from above.

5. Fasten the shaft at the base of the valve body using the screw (21) and washer (22). Affix the cap (20) over the bolt.

6. For the lever handle style:

a. Place the pad (10) on the valve body then fasten

b. Affix the handle (2) using the screw (4), washer (5),

7. For the mounted gear box style:

a. Place the spacer pad (6) on the valve body then

b. Carefully place the gear box on the stem, lining up

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

using the screws (7), washers (11), nuts (12), and caps (28).

and cap (3).

fasten using the screws (7), washers (11), nuts (12), and caps (28).

the holes. Fasten using the necessary bolts and washers.

and/or

Sizes 10" to 12"

1. Insert the primary liner (7) into the valve body (1). Ensure that the proper holes line up with those on the body.

2. Properly fit the o-rings (4) on the upper and lower bushings (3, 5) then insert into the valve body from above and below along with the washers (2, 6).

3. Properly fit the disc o-rings (9, 19) and anti-friction rings (8) on the disc (10), then insert into the valve liner taking care to center the holes.

4. Properly fit the o-rings (17) and retaining ring (18) in their grooves on the shaft (16), then carefully insert into the valve body from above.

5. Fasten the shaft at the base of the valve body using the screw (14) and washers (11, 12, and 15). Affix the cap (13) over the bolt.

6. Carefully place the gear box on the stem, lining up the holes. Fasten using the necessary bolts and washers.

Operating Notes

The FK handle incorporates a locking mechanism that prevents unintentional rotation. When engaged, the spring-loaded handle release is locked and the valve cannot be cycled. A padlock can be installed through this portion of the handle as an additional safety precaution.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Sizes 1-1/2" to 2" Sizes 2-1/2" to 8"

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

IPEX FE Series Butterfly Valves incorporate many features of our industrial FK valve, yet the all PVC construction and EPDM liner make this valve the perfect choice for water and light industrial applications. The special trapezoid shape of the liner and serrated body cavity guarantee a bubble tight seal while keeping break-away torque at an absolute minimum. This versatile valve features double self-lubricating seals, direct actuator mount capability, and the option of either a lever handle or mounted gear box. Inserting stainless steel lugs into special molded features in the body allows for end of line installation. FE Series Butterfly Valves are part of our complete Xirtec®140 systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784

ANSI B16.5

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC

Disc Material: PVC

Size Range: 1-1/2" through 12"

Pressure: 232psi (1-1/2" to 2")

150psi (2-1/2" to 8")

75psi (10" to 12")

Seats: EPDM

Seals: EPDM

Body Style: Wafer

Control Style: Lever Handle or Mounted Gear Box

End Connections: Flanged (ANSI 150)

BUTTERFLY VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Butterfly Valves - FE

1.1 Material

• The valve body and disc shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

• The valve shaft shall be made of zinc plated steel (sizes 1-1/2" to 8").

or The valve shaft shall be made of 420 stainless steel

(sizes 10" and 12").

1.2 Seats

• The disc liner shall be made of EPDM.

• The disc seat shall be a trapezoidal elastomeric liner and provide a bubble tight seal.

• The liner shall completely isolate the valve body from the process flow.

• The liner shall function as a flange gasket on both sides of the valve.

• The body cavity shall feature special channeling to prevent liner slippage and compression.

• The disc, seats, and seals shall be the only wetted parts.

• Teflon

seated o-ring seals shall prevent the shaft from

becoming wetted.

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1.3 Seals

• The o-ring seals shall be made of EPDM.

1.4 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

2.1 Flanged style

• The ANSI 150 flanged connections shall conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

3.0 Design Features

• The valve shall be of wafer design.

• Manual control of the valve shall be achieved through the use of either a lever handle or mounted gear box (specifier must select one).

• The shaft shall have standard ISO square dimensions for direct mounting of actuators.

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All valves sizes 1-1/2" through 2" shall be rated at 232psi at 73°F (23ºC).

• All valves sizes 2-1/2" through 8" shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

• All valves sizes 10" through 12" shall be rated at 75psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.3 Color Coding

• All valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140 by IPEX or approved

equal.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Dimensions

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size DN Z B2 B3 H

1-1/2 1.57 1.30 2.36 4.17 5.20 3.68 4.29 0.75 4 square

2 1.97 1.69 2.76 4.45 5.79 4.25 4.88 0.75 4 square

2-1/2 2.56 1.81 3.15 4.84 6.50 5.04 5.67 0.75 4 square

3 3.15 1.93 3.54 5.59 5.12 5.71 6.26 0.75 4 rectangular

4 3.94 2.20 4.13 5.98 5.91 6.50 7.48 0.75 4 rectangular

5 4.92 2.52 4.76 6.93 7.28 8.03 8.46 0.91 4 rectangular

6 5.91 2.76 5.20 7.44 8.27 9.06 9.53 0.91 4 rectangular

8 7.87 2.80 6.34 8.46 12.80 11.02 11.73 0.91 8 square

10 9.84 4.49 8.27 9.76 15.94 14.25 14.25 1.00 12 square

12 11.81 4.49 9.65 12.01 18.70 17.00 17.00 1.00 12 square

Lever Handle - Dimension (inches)

Size DN C1 C2 C B2 B3 # holes Pattern

1-1/2 1.57 1.77 1.65 6.89 2.36 5.35 4 square

2 1.97 1.77 1.65 6.89 2.76 5.63 4 square

2-1/2 2.56 1.77 2.09 9.84 3.15 6.61 4 square

3 3.15 1.77 2.09 9.84 3.54 7.17 4 rectangular

4 3.94 1.77 2.09 9.84 4.13 7.72 4 rectangular

5 4.92 1.77 2.09 13.19 4.76 8.46 4 rectangular

6 5.91 1.77 2.09 13.19 5.20 9.02 4 rectangular

8 7.87 2.56 3.23 16.73 6.34 12.17 8 square

minAmax

f # holes Pattern

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Mounted Gear Box - Dimension (inches)

Size DN G2 G G1 G3 B2 B5 B6 # holes Pattern

2-1/2 2.56 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 3.15 6.81 5.71 4 square

3 3.15 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 3.54 7.36 6.26 4 rectangular

4 3.94 1.54 1.89 5.31 4.92 4.13 7.91 6.81 4 rectangular

5 4.92 1.54 1.89 5.67 7.87 4.76 8.66 7.56 4 rectangular

6 5.91 1.54 1.89 5.67 7.87 5.20 9.25 8.15 4 rectangular

8 7.87 2.36 2.56 6.89 7.87 6.34 11.34 10.12 8 square

10 9.84 2.99 3.46 9.29 9.84 8.27 12.48 11.06 12 square

12 11.81 2.99 3.46 9.29 9.84 9.65 14.72 13.31 12 square

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Dimensions

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8"

(cont’d)

Mounting Pad for Actuation - Dimension (inches)

Size ISO J P T Q

1-1/2 F05 0.28 1.97 0.47 0.43

2 F05 0.28 1.97 0.47 0.43

2-1/2 F05 / F07 0.28 / 0.35 1.97 / 2.76 0.47 0.43

3 F07 0.35 2.76 0.63 0.55

4 F07 0.35 2.76 0.63 0.55

5 F07 0.35 2.76 0.75 0.67

6 F07 0.35 2.76 0.75 0.67

8 F10 0.43 4.02 0.94 0.87

10 F10 / F12 / F14 0.43 / 0.51 / 0.67 4.02 / 4.92 / 5.51 0.94 0.87

12 F10 / F12 / F14 0.43 / 0.51 / 0.67 4.02 / 4.92 / 5.51 0.94 0.87

Sizes 10" to 12"

Weights

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size Valve w/ Handle w/ Gear Box

1-1/2 1.27 1.82 -

2 1.66 2.23 -

2-1/2 2.20 3.13 5.25

3 3.09 3.62 5.73

4 3.86 4.39 6.50

5 5.62 6.68 9.70

6 7.28 8.22 11.24

8 13.23 18.17 20.41

10 26.46 - 41.01

12 41.89 - 56.44

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Pressure – Temperature Ratings Flow Coefficients

250

1-1/2" to 2"

232

200

2-1/2" to 8"

150

100

10" to 12"

Working Pressure (psi)

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

73 140

Working Temperature (˚F)

Pressure Loss Chart

2-1/2"

0.1

Pressure loss (psi)

1-1/2"

PVC

Size C

1-1/2 70

2 90

2-1/2 119

3 249

4 413

5 690

6 1309

8 2135

10 3724

12 5712

BUTTERFLY VALVES

0.9

0.8

0.7

10"

12"

0.6

0.5

0.4

Correction Factor

0.3

0.2

0.1

0 102030405060708090100

Disc Travel (%)

0.01

1 100 1000 10000

Flowrate (GPM)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Components

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

BUTTERFLY VALVES

Sizes 1-1/2" to 2"

Sizes 2-1/2" to 8"

# Component Material Qty

1* handle PVC

2 screw SS 1

3 washer SS 1

4 cap PE 1

5* shaft zinc plated steel 1

6* shaft o-ring EPDM or Viton

7* shaft o-ring EPDM or Viton

8 retaining ring SS 1

9* bushing o-ring EPDM or Viton

10 bushing Nylon 1

11 body PVC 1

* Spare parts available.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

# Component Material Qty

12* disc o-ring EPDM or Viton

13* anti-friction ring PTFE 2

14* disc PVC

15* primary liner EPDM or Viton

16 washer SS 1

17 screw SS 1

18 cap PE

19 screw SS 2

20 pad PVC 1

21 washer SS 2

22 nut SS 2

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Components

(cont’d)

Sizes 10" to 12"

BUTTERFLY VALVES

# Component Material Qty

1body PVC

2 washer SS 1

3 bushing PP

4* bushing o-ring EPDM 4

5 bushing for o-ring PP

6 washer PTFE 2

7* primary liner EPDM

8* anti-friction ring PTFE 2

9* disc o-ring EPDM

10* disc PVC 1

11 washer SS 2

12 washer SS 1

13 cap PE 1

14 screw SS 1

15 washer SS 1

16* shaft 420 SS 1

17* shaft o-ring EPDM 2

18 retaining ring SS 1

19 o-ring EPDM 2

* Spare parts available.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Installation Procedures

1. For the lever handle style, attach the handle (part #1 on previous pages) to the valve body (11) using the supplied bolt (2) and washer (3). Affix the cap (4) over the bolt.

2. Ensure that the length of the bolts is sufficient for the size of valve being installed. Due to the varying designs of plastic flanges, there is no recommended minimum length. However, a length that results in at least 5 exposed threads on each side should be sufficient.

3. Please refer to the appropriate application sub-section:

a. For typical inline installation, ensure that the disc is

b. For lugged version end of line installation, insert the

necessary steel lugs into the valve body. Ensure that the disc is in the partially closed position then carefully position the valve on the flange. Insert the

BUTTERFLY VALVES

4. To avoid damage to the primary gasket, cycle the valve to

Note: End of line installation will cause the maximum rated pressure to be reduced to the values listed in the table below. If the process media is dirty or contains suspended particles, it is advisable to install the valve in an orientation in which the shaft is not vertical (see diagrams). Over time, particles may collect at the bottom of the valve posing a threat to the seal between the disc, liner, and shaft.

bolts, and washers, then hand tighten. Take care to properly line up the valve and flange as any misalignment may cause leakage.

the open position before tightening the bolts. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods – Flanging”

Technical Manual Series,

Systems”

pattern to the nominal torque in the table below. These torque ratings are sufficient to maintain a watertight seal at the maximum rated operating pressure.

. The bolts should be tightened in an even

in the IPEX Industrial

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

0º normal

service

90º suspended

particles

45º

dirty fluids

Size

1-1/2 7 90

2 9 90

2-1/2 11 90

3 13 90 4 15 90 5 26 90 6 30 60

8 41 60 10 52 12 52 -

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

Nominal Bolt Torque

(ft-lbs)

Lugged P

max

(psi)

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Valve Maintenance

Disassembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the system. Be sure to depressurize and drain the isolated branch before continuing.

2. Cycle the valve to a partially open position then loosen each bolt holding the valve to the pipe flange(s). Please refer to the section entitled,

Flanging”

Series, recommended bolt tightening pattern diagram. Follow the same pattern when disassembling the flanged joint(s) then carefully remove the valve from the line.

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8":

in the IPEX Industrial Technical Manual

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

“Joining Methods –

for a

Sizes 10" to 12"

BUTTERFLY VALVES

3. For the lever handle style, remove the cap (4) then loosen the screw (2) and washer (3) to remove the handle (1).

4. For the mounted gear box style, loosen and remove the bolts and washers fixed to the gear box. Carefully remove the gear box from the valve taking care not to damage the stem.

5. For 8" sizes, loosen and remove the bolts (19), washers (21), and nuts (22) then remove the spacer pad (20) from the valve body.

6. Remove the cap (18) then loosen and remove the screw (17) and washer(s) (16) from the base of the valve body.

7. Carefully pull the shaft (5) out of the valve body then remove the disc (14).

8. Remove the primary liner (15) from the valve body.

9. Remove the nylon bushing (10) and o-rings (9) from the valve body (sizes 2-1/2" to 8").

10. Remove the disc anti-friction rings (13), and o-rings (12, sizes 2-1/2" to 8").

11. Remove the retaining ring (8, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") and o-rings (6, 7) from the shaft.

3. Loosen and remove the bolts and washers fixed to the gear box. Carefully remove the gear box from the valve taking care not to damage the stem.

4. Remove the cap (13) then loosen and remove the screw (14) and washers (11, 12, and 15) from the base of the valve body (1).

5. Carefully pull the shaft (16) out of the valve body then remove the disc (10).

6. Remove the primary liner (7) from the valve body

7. Remove the upper and lower bushings (3, 5), washers (2,

6), and o-rings (4) from the valve body.

8. Remove the disc anti-friction rings (8) and o-rings (4, 9).

9. Remove the retaining ring (18) and o-rings (17) from the shaft.

10. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

12. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

FE SERIES BUTTERFLY VALVES

Valve Maintenance (cont’d)

Assembly

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be sure

to consult the other trusted resources to determine specific lubricantrubber compatibilities.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

and/or

Sizes 1-1/2" to 8"

1. Insert the primary liner (15) into the valve body (11). Ensure that the proper holes line up with those on the body.

2. Properly fit the o-rings (9) on the nylon bushing (10)

BUTTERFLY VALVES

(sizes 2-1/2" to 8") then insert into the valve body from above.

3. Properly fit the disc o-rings (12, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") and anti-friction rings (13) on the disc (14), then insert into the valve liner taking care to center the holes.

4. Properly fit the o-rings (6, 7) and retaining ring (8, sizes 2-1/2" to 8") in their grooves on the shaft (6), then carefully insert into the valve body from above.

5. Fasten the shaft at the base of the valve body using the screw (17) and washer (16). Affix the cap (18) over the bolt.

6. For 8" sizes, affix the spacer pad (20) to the valve body using the screws (19), washers (21), and nuts (22).

7. For the lever handle style, affix the handle (1) using the screw (2), washer (3), and cap (4).

8. For the mounted gear box style, carefully place the gear box on the stem, lining up the holes. Fasten using the necessary bolts and washers.

Sizes 10" to 12"

1. Insert the primary liner (7) into the valve body (1). Ensure that the proper holes line up with those on the body.

2. Properly fit the o-rings (4) on the upper and lower bushings (3, 5) then insert into the valve body from above and below along with the washers (2, 6).

3. Properly fit the disc o-rings (4, 9) and anti-friction rings (8) on the disc (10), then insert into the valve liner taking care to center the holes.

4. Properly fit the o-rings (17) and retaining ring (18) in their grooves on the shaft (16), then carefully insert into the valve body from above.

5. Fasten the shaft at the base of the valve body using the screw (14) and washers (11, 12, and 15). Affix the cap (13) over the bolt.

6. Carefully place the gear box on the stem, lining up the holes. Fasten using the necessary bolts and washers.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

SECTION FOUR: DIAPHRAGM VALVES

VM SERIES MANUAL DIAPHRAGM VALVES

IPEX VM Series Diaphragm Valves are the ideal solution for modulating flow and controlling dirty or contaminated fluids in a variety of applications. The weir-style design allows for precise throttling while the compact design allows for installation in any orientation. The modular nature of this valve results in many material, body style, and diaphragm options. VM Series Diaphragm Valves are part of our complete Xirtec valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

140, Corzan®and SFPP systems of pipe,

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF

Size Range: 1/2" through 4"

Pressure: 150psi

Diaphragm: EPDM, Viton

or PTFE (EPDM backed)

Control Style: Manual Handwheel

End Connections: Spigot

True Union (Socket) Flanged (ANSI 150)

(FPM)

ASTM D1784 ASTM D1785 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM D3222 ASTM D4101

ASTM F439 ASTM F441

ANSI B16.5

ISO 10931

ISO 11922-1

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

VM SERIES MANUAL DIAPHRAGM VALVES

Sample Specification

1.0 Diaphragm Valves - VM

1.1 Material

• The valve body, including end connectors and unions, shall be made of PVC compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 12454 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve body, including end connectors and unions

shall be made of Corzan meet or exceed the requirements of cell classification 23447 according to ASTM D1784.

or The valve body, including end connectors and unions

shall be made of stabilized PP homopolymer compound, also containing a RAL 7032 pigment, which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Type I Polypropylene according to ASTM D4101.

or The valve body, including end connectors and unions

shall be made of virgin, non-regrind PVDF compound which shall meet or exceed the requirements of Table 1 according to ASTM D3222.

• The valve bonnet assembly shall be made of high temperature, high strength, glass-filled polypropylene.

1.2 Diaphragm

• The diaphragm shall be made of EPDM.

or The diaphragm shall be made of Viton

or The diaphragm shall be made of PTFE (backed with

EPDM).

1.3 All wetted parts of the valves shall comply with standards that are equivalent to NSF Standard 61 for potable water.

2.0 Connections

CPVC compound which shall

(FPM).

or The Metric socket PP end connectors shall conform to

the dimensional standard ISO 11922-1.

or The Metric socket PVDF end connectors shall conform

to the dimensional standard ISO 10931.

2.3 Flanged style

• The ANSI 150 flanged PVC end connectors shall

conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

or The ANSI 150 flanged CPVC end connectors shall

conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

or The ANSI 150 flanged PP end connectors shall

conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

or The ANSI 150 flanged PVDF end connectors shall

conform to the dimensional standard ANSI B16.5.

3.0 Design Features

• All valves shall be weir-style for throttling applications.

• All bodies to be used with EPDM or Viton

diaphragms

shall feature raised molded sealing rings (concentric).

• All bodies to be used with PTFE diaphragms shall be machined flat.

• All PTFE diaphragms shall feature a raised molded ring to combine sealing performance and longer life.

• All through bolts shall be made of 304 stainless steel.

• All manual valves shall have a rising position indicator.

• Bodies of all sizes and materials shall have mounting brass inserts.

2.1 Spigot style

• The IPS spigot PVC end connectors shall conform to the dimensional standard ASTM D1785.

or The IPS spigot CPVC end connectors shall conform to

the dimensional standard ASTM F441.

or The Metric spigot PP end connectors shall conform to

the dimensional standard ISO 11922-1.

or The Metric spigot PVDF end connectors shall conform

to the dimensional standard ISO 10931.

2.2 Socket style

• The IPS socket PVC end connectors shall conform to the

dimensional standards ASTM D2466 and ASTM D2467.

or The IPS socket CPVC end connectors shall conform to

the dimensional standard ASTM F439.

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

3.1 Pressure Rating

• All valves shall be rated at 150psi at 73°F (23ºC).

3.2 Markings

• All valves shall be marked to indicate size, material

designation, and manufacturers name or trade mark.

3.4 Color Coding

• All PVC valves shall be color-coded dark gray.

or All CPVC valves shall be color-coded light gray.

or All PP valves shall be color-coded beige gray.

or All PVDF valves shall not be color-coded and be white

in appearance.

• All bonnet assemblies shall be color-coded red.

4.0 All valves shall be Xirtec

140, Corzan®, PP or PVDF by

IPEX or approved equal.

Dimensions

Spigot Connections

True Union Connections

VM SERIES MANUAL DIAPHRAGM VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size

1/2 0.84 20 4.88 0.63

3/4 1.05 25 5.67 0.75

1 1.32 32 6.06 0.87

1-1/4 1.66 40 6.85 1.02

1-1/2 1.90 50 7.64 1.22

2 2.38 63 8.82 1.50

2-1/2 2.88 75 11.18 1.73

3 3.50 90 11.81 2.01

4 4.50 110 13.39 2.40

Size B1 B H1 J h I

1/2 1.02 3.74 3.54 M6 0.47 0.98

3/4 1.02 3.74 3.54 M6 0.47 0.98

1 1.02 3.74 3.54 M6 0.47 0.98

1-1/4 1.57 4.96 4.53 M8 0.71 1.75

1-1/2 1.57 4.96 4.53 M8 0.71 1.75

2 1.57 5.83 5.51 M8 0.71 1.75

2-1/2 2.17 8.86 8.46 M12 0.91 3.94

3 2.17 8.86 8.46 M12 0.91 3.94

4 2.72 11.61 9.84 M12 0.91 4.72

PVC / CPVC PP / PVDF

d (in) d (mm)

Dimension (inches)

H L

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

Dimension (inches)

Size

1/2 0.84

3/4 1.05 6.57 4.53 25 6.06 4.57 4.25 1.02

1 1.32 7.09 4.80 32 6.61 4.88 4.57 1.02

1-1/4 1.66 8.19 5.67 40 7.56 5.51 5.28 1.57

1-1/2 1.90 9.21 6.46 50 8.74 6.30 6.06 1.57

2 2.38 10.71 7.68 63 10.47 7.48 7.24 1.57

Size B H1 E R1 J h I

1/2 3.74 3.54 1.61 1 M6 0.47 0.98

3/4 3.74 3.54 1.97 1-1/4 M6 0.47 0.98

1 3.74 3.54 2.28 1-1/2 M6 0.47 0.98

1-1/4 4.96 4.53 2.83 2 M8 0.63 1.75

1-1/2 4.96 4.53 3.11 2-1/4 M8 0.63 1.75

2 5.83 5.51 3.86 2-3/4 M8 0.63 1.75

CAUTION: Do not use or test the products in this manual with compressed air or other gases including air-over-water-boosters.

PVC / CPVC PP / PVDF

d (in) H Z d (mm) H Z

6.30 4.53 20 5.79 4.53 4.25 1.02

Dimension (inches)

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

LA B1

ANSI 150 Flanged (Vanstone) Connections

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

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Dimension (inches)

Size d H B1 B H1

1/2 0.84 5.37 1.02 3.74 3.54

3/4 1.05 6.11 1.02 3.74 3.54

1 1.32 6.58 1.02 3.74 3.54

1-1/4 1.66 7.30 1.57 4.96 4.53

1-1/2 1.90 8.02 1.57 4.96 4.53

2 2.38 8.88 1.57 5.83 5.51

2-1/2 2.88 11.34 2.17 8.86 8.46

3 3.50 11.81 2.17 8.86 8.46

4 4.50 13.39 2.72 11.61 9.84

Dimension (inches)

Size # holes f F J h I

1/2 4 5/8 2-3/8 M6 0.47 0.98

3/4 4 5/8 2-3/4 M6 0.47 0.98

1 4 5/8 3-1/8 M6 0.47 0.98

1-1/4 4 5/8 3-1/2 M8 0.71 1.75

1-1/2 4 5/8 3-7/8 M8 0.71 1.75

2 4 3/4 4-3/4 M8 0.71 1.75

2-1/2 4 3/4 5-1/2 M12 0.91 3.94

3 4 3/4 6 M12 0.91 3.94

4 4 3/4 7-1/2 M12 0.91 4.72

Diaphragm

Sizes 1/2" to 3"

Size 4"

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Size (inches) Size (mm) A B

1/2 20 1.81 2.13

3/4 25 1.81 2.13

1 32 1.81 2.13

1-1/4 40 2.56 2.76

1-1/2 50 2.56 2.76

2 63 3.07 3.23

2-1/2 75 4.49 5.00

3 90 4.49 5.00

4 110 7.60 -

Dimension (inches)

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100

150

200

250

32 62 92 122 152 182 212

Working Temperature (˚F)

Working Pressure (psi)

PVC

CPVC

73 140

Flowrate (GPM)

Pressure loss (psi)

1/2"

3/4"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

2-1/2"

Weights

Approximate Weight (lbs)

Size

(inches)

Spigot True Union Flanged Spigot True Union Flanged Spigot True Union Spigot True Union

1/2 1.54 1.83 1.92 1.59 1.90 1.99 1.32 1.57 1.70 2.32

3/4 1.54 1.90 2.06 1.59 1.97 2.13 1.32 1.65 1.70 2.48

1 1.54 1.97 2.26 1.59 2.05 2.34 1.32 1.72 1.70 2.61

1-1/4 3.31 3.64 4.23 3.44 3.79 4.41 2.65 3.13 3.77 4.60

1-1/2 3.31 3.81 4.53 3.44 3.97 4.72 2.65 3.22 3.77 4.79

2 5.29 6.17 7.31 5.51 6.43 7.63 4.19 5.25 5.89 7.60

2-1/2 15.43 n/a 18.23 16.01 n/a 18.95 13.23 n/a 17.28 n/a

3 15.43 n/a 18.60 16.01 n/a 19.33 13.23 n/a 17.15 n/a

4 23.15 n/a 28.34 23.94 n/a 29.39 19.84 n/a 25.65 n/a

Pressure – Temperature Ratings

PVC CPVC PP PVDF

250

200

PVDF

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Flow Coefficients

Size (in)

1/2 6.51

3/4 9.52

1 12.3

1-1/4 21.0

1-1/2 29.1

2 53.6

2-1/2 91.0

3 140

4 189

150

100

Working Pressure (psi)

92 122 152 182 212

Working Temperature (˚F)

242

248

Pressure Loss Chart

0.1

0.01

1 10 100 1000

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IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

Components

VM SERIES MANUAL DIAPHRAGM VALVES

Sizes 1/2" to 2"

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

# Component Material Qty

1* handwheel GFPP

2* bonnet GFPP 1

3* compression bearing POM

4* security ring brass 1

5* indicator - stem SS 1

6* compressor PBT 1

7* pin SS 1

8* diaphragm EPDM / Viton® / PTFE 1

9* valve body PVC / CPVC / PP / PVDF

10* washer zinc plated steel 4

11* hex bolt zinc plated steel 4

12* protective cap PE 4

* Spare parts available. Items 1 through 7 are supplied as an assembly. Contact IPEX for availability of spare components for True Union and Flanged style valves.

Note: Sizes 2-1/2" to 4" have similar components.

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Installation Procedures

1. The valve may be installed in any position or direction.

2. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For spigot style, solvent cement each pipe onto the

ends of the valve body (part #9 on previous page). Ensure that excess solvent does not run into the body of the valve.

b. For true union style, remove the union nuts and

slide them onto the pipe.

i. For socket style, solvent cement the end

connectors onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled, in the IPEX Industrial Technical Manual Series,

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

Ensure that excess solvent does not run into the body of the valve. Be sure to allow sufficient

cure time before continuing with the valve installation.

ii. For threaded style, thread the end connectors

onto the pipe ends. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled,

“Joining Methods - Threading”

Industrial Technical Manual Series,

Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

“Joining Methods - Solvent Cementing”

in the IPEX

“Volume I:

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iii. Ensure that the socket o-rings are properly

fitted in their grooves then carefully place the valve in the system between the two end connections.

iv. Tighten both union nuts. Hand tightening is

typically sufficient to maintain a seal for the maximum working pressure. Over-tightening may damage the threads on the valve body and/or the union nut, and may even cause the union nut to crack.

c. For flanged style, join both flanges to the pipe

flanges. For correct joining procedure, please refer to the section entitled, in the IPEX Industrial Technical Manual Series,

“Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems”

3. If anchoring is required, fix the valve to the supporting structure using the mounting holes on the bottom of the valve body.

“Joining Methods - Flanging”

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Valve Maintenance

VM SERIES MANUAL DIAPHRAGM VALVES

Disassembly

1. If removing the valve from an operating system, isolate the valve from the rest of the line. Be sure to

depressurize and drain the valve and isolated branch.

2. If necessary, detach the valve from the support structure by disassembling the threaded connections on the bottom of the valve body (9).

3. Please refer to the appropriate connection style subsection:

a. For spigot style, cut the pipe on either side of the

valve and remove from the line.

b. For true union connections, loosen both union nuts

and drop the valve out of the line. If retaining the socket o-rings, take care that they are not lost when removing the valve from the line.

c. For flanged style, loosen each bolt holding the valve

to the pipe flanges. Please refer to the section entitled, Industrial Technical Manual Series, “Volume I: Vinyl Process Piping Systems” for a recommended bolt tightening pattern diagram. Follow the same pattern when disassembling the flanged joints then carefully remove the valve from the line.

4. Remove the protective caps (12), then loosen and remove the bolts (11) and washers (10) from the bottom of the valve body.

“Joining Methods - Flanging”

in the IPEX

Assembly

Note: Before assembling the valve components, it is advisable to lubricate the o-rings with a water soluble lubricant. Be

sure to consult the and/or other trusted resources to determine specific lubricant-rubber compatibilities.

1. Insert the stem-compressor assembly (5, 6, 7) into the bonnet (2) and tighten by threading in a counterclockwise (left-hand thread) direction. The guide tabs on the compressor must be lined up with the bonnet grooves before cycling the handwheel (1) to further retract the compressor.

2. Insert the diaphragm (8) into the compressor (6) and turn in a clockwise direction until sufficiently tight. Ensure that the tab lines up with the notched side of the bonnet then cycle the handwheel counterclockwise until the diaphragm is fully retracted.

3. Place the bonnet and diaphragm onto the valve body (9) taking care to properly line up the sealing surfaces.

4. Insert the bolts (11) and washers (10) and tighten in an even (cross-like) pattern (see bolt torque chart).

5. Replace the protective caps (12) on the bolt heads.

“IPEX Chemical Resistance Guide”

5. Loosen and remove the diaphragm (8) from the

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compressor (6).

6. Rotate the handwheel (1) clockwise until the stemcompressor assembly (5, 6, 7) is released.

7. The valve components can now be checked for problems and/or replaced.

Note: It is not recommended to attempt to further disassemble the handwheel/bonnet assembly as it may cause irreversible damage to the components.

Tightening Torque (in-lbs)

Size (inches) EPDM / FPM PTFE

1/2 70 - 90 90 - 105

3/4 70 - 90 90 - 105

1 70 - 90 90 - 105

1-1/4 105 - 125 125 - 140

1-1/2 105 - 125 125 - 140

2 140 - 160 205 - 230

2-1/2 350 - 400 400 - 440

3 350 - 400 400 - 440

4 310 - 350 325 - 370

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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VM SERIES PNEUMATIC DIAPHRAGM VALVES

IPEX VM Series Diaphragm Valves are the ideal solution for modulating flow and controlling dirty or contaminated fluids in a variety of applications. The weir-style design allows for precise throttling while the compact design allows for installation in any orientation. This pneumatically actuated version provides automatic control with an extensive range of options and accessories. The modular nature of this valve results in many material, body style, and diaphragm options. VM Series Diaphragm Valves are part of our complete Xirtec®140, Corzan®and SFPP systems of pipe, valves, and fittings, engineered and manufactured to our strict quality, performance, and dimensional standards.

ASTM D1784 ASTM D1785 ASTM D2466 ASTM D2467 ASTM D3222 ASTM D4101

ASTM F439 ASTM F441

ANSI B16.5

ISO 10931

ISO 11922-1

Valve Availability

Body Material: PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF

Size Range: 1/2" through 4"

Pressure: 150psi (1/2" to 2")

90psi (2-1/2" to 4")

Diaphragm: EPDM, Viton

or PTFE (EPDM backed)

Control Style: Pneumatically Actuated

End Connections: Spigot

True Union (Socket) Flanged (ANSI 150)

(FPM)

DIAPHRAGM VALVES

IPEX Thermoplastic Valves

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