Floating Ball Valves

Types of Floating Ball Valves:

Floating ball valves are available in various configurations to suit different industrial requirements. At BRITVAL, they can be customized by size, end connection, bore type, material, and actuation to ensure reliable performance and efficient flow control for your specific application.

Key Features:

The ball in these valves is not fixed but “floats” within the valve body. This allows the line pressure to push the ball against the downstream seat, creating a tight, leak-proof seal. This simple yet effective design ensures dependable shut-off even in fluctuating pressure conditions.

• Floating Ball Mechanism

• Bi-Directional Sealing

Space floating ball valves are designed to provide sealing in both flow directions. This makes them versatile for a wide range of piping systems, allowing installation without worrying about flow orientation.

• Compact and Lightweight Design

The valve’s compact construction saves space and reduces weight, making it easy to install in tight areas or small pipelines without compromising performance.

• Durable Construction

Built from high-quality materials, Space floating ball valves resist corrosion, wear, and high-pressure conditions, ensuring long-term reliability across industrial applications.

• Quarter-Turn Operation

With a simple 90° turn, these valves can fully open or close, providing fast response and easy operation. This is particularly valuable in emergency shut-off systems or applications requiring frequent operation.

• Easy Maintenance

Especially in 2-piece and 3-piece designs, the internal components can be accessed or replaced without removing the entire valve from the pipeline. This minimizes downtime and maintenance costs while extending the valve’s service life.

Structure and Components

Floating ball valves have a structure similar to conventional ball valves, but with a few key differences. In these valves, the ball is free to float within the valve body rather than being fixed, while seat rings on both sides hold the ball in place and provide a tight, pressure-assisted seal.

Other main components include the valve body, which houses the ball and seats; the stem, which connects the ball to the actuator or handle for operation; and packing or gaskets, which prevent leakage around the stem and body. This design allows the valve to respond to line pressure, ensuring reliable sealing and efficient flow control.