The Core Role of Floating Ball Valves in Industrial Pipeline Systems

The core technology of floating ball valves is reflected in the unique design and working method of their spheres. The sphere is in a floating state within the valve body. When the valve is opened or closed, the sphere can move freely, closely fitting or separating from the valve seat. This design enables the sphere to automatically adjust its position when subjected to fluid pressure, ensuring a good seal between the sphere and the valve seat. The valve seat usually uses elastic materials such as polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), further enhancing the sealing effect. Under high-pressure conditions, the fluid pressure pushes the sphere towards the valve seat, increasing the sealing force between the sphere and the valve seat, thus effectively preventing medium leakage.

Floating ball valves are widely used in the extraction, transportation, and processing of oil and gas. In wellhead installations, floating ball valves are used to control the extraction flow rate of oil and gas. On long-distance transportation pipelines, they are responsible for intercepting and regulating the flow of the medium. In refineries and natural gas processing plants, floating ball valves precisely control various oil products and chemical raw materials, ensuring the continuity and stability of the production process. In natural gas filling stations, floating ball valves control the filling flow rate of the filling gun, ensuring a safe and efficient filling process.

Floating ball valves have been widely used in the chemical industry due to their excellent sealing performance and flow regulation capabilities. In chemical reaction devices, floating ball valves are used to control the feed rate of reaction raw materials and the discharge rate of reaction products. In chemical pipeline systems, they can effectively prevent the leakage of corrosive media and ensure the safety of the production environment.