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In an emergency, are the closing speed and sealing performance of PEX A Ball Valves reliable?

2024-11-08

1. Closing speed
Quick response: The design of PEX A Ball Valves includes an easy-to-operate handle or actuator, which enables the valve to be closed quickly in an emergency. Compared with other types of valves, ball valves (including PEX A materials) have the characteristics of rapid opening and closing, mainly due to their simple rotation mechanism.
Automation control:
Many PEX A Ball Valves support automation control, such as electric or pneumatic actuators, which further improves the response speed and accuracy of emergency closure. In an automated system, the valve can be quickly closed through a preset emergency closing program or remote operation.

2. Sealing performance
Sealing material: PEX A Ball Valves use high-quality sealing materials, such as PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) or other corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant materials to ensure the reliability and durability of the seal.
These sealing materials can effectively prevent fluid leakage in an emergency, thereby ensuring the safety of the system.
Sealing structure: The sealing structure of the ball valve usually includes a tight fit between the valve seat and the ball, and the fully open or fully closed state is achieved by rotating the ball. In case of emergency closing, the sealing surface between the ball and the valve seat will quickly contact and press, thus ensuring the sealing performance.
Testing and certification: PEX A Ball Valves usually undergo rigorous testing and certification during the manufacturing process to ensure that their sealing performance meets relevant standards and specifications.
These tests and certifications include pressure testing, sealing testing, etc. to ensure that the valve can be reliably closed and prevent leakage in an emergency.

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