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Globe Valve Overview and Maintenance Guide by sudheesh is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document describes the components and operation of a globe valve. It has a bulbous body with a valve seat and screw-down plug arranged perpendicular to the pipe axis. The valve seat can be removable or have a light interference fit. The spindle connects to the disc and is sealed by a stuffing box packing. It operates by the disc lifting perpendicular to the seat to control flow. Advantages include simple structure, short opening/closing time, and good sealing. Disadvantages include high flow resistance
- Author
- sudheesh
- Language
- EN