Working condition
| Pressure Rating | CLASS 900-1500 (PN 160-260) ● Nominal Size:NPS 3"–48" (DN 80-1200) |
| Sealing Standard | API 598 / FCI 70-2 Class VI |
| Applicable Media | Gaseous & liquid media |
| Temperature Range | -50°C to +425°C |
| Operation Method | Pneumatic、Manual、Electric、 Hydraulic |
Pain Points and Proposal
1. High leakage rate & Short service life:
① Excessive valve torque creates elevated sealing surface pressure, significantly increasing risks of galling, creep deformation, overload damage, and adhesive wear. This accelerates sealing surface degradation, heightening internal leakage probability.
② Poor fitting degree between seat ring and disc ring causes stress concentration.
2. Repair Limitations:
① Seat/disc ring interfaces feature irregular conical surfaces with non-replicable eccentric angles. Without precise cone angle and dimensional chain tolerance data, repair integrity cannot be guaranteed.
② Fixed seat design prevents disassembly for maintenance.
③ Seal rings and seats lack interchangeability across product lines.
3. Fail to Achieve True Bi-directional Sealing:
4. Passing Factory Acceptance Tests but Failing In-Service:
Blind flange pressure testing yields false positives due to large cavity volume – bubbles cannot traverse conduits within standard test durations, masking leakage.
Reference
Unit: Syngas Purification Unit
Nominal Size: NPS28 CLASS 900
Operating Temperature:275℃ (527℉)
Commissioned:March 2021