High pressure triple offset butterfly valve
Working condition
Pain Points and Proposal
Reference

Working condition

Pressure RatingCLASS 900-1500 (PN 160-260)  ● Nominal Size:NPS 3"–48" (DN 80-1200) 
Sealing StandardAPI 598 / FCI 70-2 Class VI
Applicable MediaGaseous & liquid media 
Temperature Range-50°C to +425°C 
Operation MethodPneumatic、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.  

The lower torque,the better of sealing performance

Reference

  • Unit: Syngas Purification Unit  

    Nominal Size: NPS28 CLASS 900  

    Operating Temperature:275℃ (527℉)  

    Commissioned:March 2021