Description

This is an unequal union elbow 2-way ball valve for open/close control of the air flow. It has a ball with a bore drilled through it which allows air flow when the bore is aligned with the ports.

It has a 4 mm push-in fitting on one side and a 6 mm push-in fitting on the other side. The push-in fitting provides an easy connection with the tubing. Push the tube in and the fitting will fix it with stainless steel claws.

It is suitable for a maximum operating pressure of 7 bar (101.5 psi. Also suitable for vacuum applications at a pressure of -1 bar (-14.5 psi). It has PTFE seals that make it suitable for applications within a temperature range from 0 to 60°C (32 to 140 °F) (no freezing).

Pros:

• Suitable for vacuum applications
• Equipped with easy to connect push-in fittings

Cons:

• Dust could damage the pneumatic system if vacuum is applied without a filter on the inlet side

BVLG10 series

The 10 – series includes straight and elbow 2-way ball valves used for open/close control of the air flow. These valves can be equipped with push-in and threaded ports which can be selected in different combinations. The push-in fitting sizes range from 4 to 6 mm while the threaded port is R1/8 inch. The valves are suitable for a maximum operating pressure of 7 bar and a vacuum of -1 bar. They are suitable for temperature range from 0 to 60°C (no freezing) thanks to the NBR sealing. The housing is made of PBT while the threaded ports and the ball are made of nickel-plated brass.