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Electric Ball Valves
Overview and Selection Guide

About Electric Ball Valves

First of all, let's clear one thing up. The ball valve itself is not electric. When someone says "electric ball valve" they mean a regular ball valve with an electric actuator. Valves built for automating typically have an industry standard (ISO 5211) 4-bolt mounting pad that the actuator mounts to.

Ball Valve Types

Electrically actuated 2-way ball valves are a simple solution for many basic on/off applications. They rotate 90 degrees (quarter-turn) from fully open to fully closed. While they typically operate more slowly than valves with an air-operated pneumatic actuator, it is often the case that electricity is available and compressed air is not. Electric ball valves come in many different materials that are listed below.

2-way Ball Valves

P2

PVC Ball Valve
PVC
NPT: 1/2" to 4"
Glue: 1/2" to 4"

SM

Brass Ball Valve
Brass
NPT: 1/2" to 2"

101

Ni Plated Brass Ball Valve
Ni Plated Brass
NPT: 3/8" to 3"

250LF

Lead Free Brass Ball Valve
No Lead Brass
1/2" to 2"

26

Stainless Steel Ball Valve
Stainless Steel
NPT: 1/4" to 3"

 

 

36

Stainless Steel Ball Valve
Stainless Steel
NPT: 1/4" to 3"
SW: 1/4" to 3"
T-Clamp: 1/2" to 4"

150/300F

ANSI Flanged Ball Valve
CS or SS
150#: 1/2" to 8"
300#: 1/2" to 8"

HPF

Fire-Safe Ball Valve
CS or SS
NPT: 1/2" to 4"
SW: 1/2" to 4"

XLB

PFA Lined Ball Valve
PFA lined DI
150#: 1/2" to 6"

V

V-port Ball Valve
CS or SS
NPT: 1/2" to 8"
150/300: 1/2" to 8"
T-Clamp: 1/2" to 4"
2-way Ball Valve
Comparison Chart

We also carry 3-way electric ball valves which offer a simple solution for diverting applications like a bypass line or input or output line selectors. These also come in a variety of materials and with various actuator types.

3-way Ball Valves

PTP

PVC 3-way Ball Valve
PVC
NPT: 1/2" to 2"
Glue: 1/2" to 2"

31D

Brass 3-way Ball Valve
Brass
NPT: 1/4" to 2"

33D

SS 3-way Ball Valve
Stainless Steel
NPT: 1/4" to 2"

30D

Sanitary 3-way Ball Valve
T-clamp: 1/2" to 4"

MPF

ANSI Flanged 3-way Ball Valve
CS or SS
150#: 3/4" to 6"
300#: 1 1/2" to 6"
3-way Ball Valve
Comparison Chart

Electric Actuator Types

There are many different types of electric actuators available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Most work with a geared drive train and a reversing motor with limit switches that stop the motor in each direction. Some offer feedback via electrical signals for lighting indicator lamps or even monitoring the exact position of the valve. Electric actuators also come in a variety of enclosure styles from low-cost and lightweight to heavy duty and explosion proof. Explosion proof does not mean that they will withstand an explosion. It means that it will contain any sparks that would cause an explosion in a hazardous location where there are ignitable fumes or vapors. Electric actuators will have a NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) rating that describes their suitability for use in different conditions. Be sure to consider and abide by any NEMA regulations for the environment of your installation when selecting an electric valve actuator.

Weatherproof (NEMA 4/4X)

CE

miniature electric valve actuator
Polycarbonate
100 in./lbs.
12 or 24VDC, 24VAC
On/Off only

CEKEP

modulating electric valve actuator
Polycarbonate
100 in./lbs.
24VAC/DC
Modulating

V4

low-cost electric valve actuator
Epoxy Coated Alum.
125 or 300 in./lbs.
12 or 24VDC, 120VAC
On/Off or Modulating

R4

plastic electric valve actuator
Polycarbonate
300 or 600 in./lbs.
12 or 24VDC, 120VAC
On/Off only

 

S4

multi-voltage electric valve actuator
Polyamide
up to 2,600 in./lbs.
multi-voltage
On/Off or Modulating

K4

industrial duty electric valve actuator
Diecast Aluminum
868 to 8680 in./lbs.
120VAC
On/Off or Modulating

Explosion Proof (NEMA 7)

B7

explosion proof electric valve actuator
Epoxy coated Alum.
150 to 20,000 in./lbs.
24VDC or 120VAC
On/Off or Modulating
Electric Valve Actuator
Comparison Chart
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