Asahi/America 16" Type-56 Plasgear® Butterfly Valve, Polypropylene Body, Polypropylene Disc Wafer, EPDM Seat/Seals, Gear Operation
Item #3726160
- Standard model 16" has a PP body and PP disc standard - PVDF is also available
- EPDM, FKM or Nitrile seats and seals
- Lug or wafer style
- 403 stainless steel shaft has full engagement over the entire length of the disc and is a non-wetted part - totally isolated from the media.
- Only solid and abrasion-resistant plastic disc and elastomeric liner are wetted parts
- ISO bolt circle on top flange no body or stem modifications required for accessories.
Asahi/America Type-56 butterfly valves are quarter turn plastic valves with equal percentage type flow characteristics. They provide moderate flow control and therefore can be used for both on/off and modulating service. Good tolerance to suspended solids but not recommended for use with slurries or debris. The Type-56 butterfly valve is well suited for a wide variety of fluid flow applications. Can be pneumatically or electrically actuated. Note: Metal gears are offered in 12", 14" and 16" sizes, these valves are not recommended for operation in wet conditions. Ideal applications for the Type-56 butterfly valve are: Isolation valves, control valves, chemical processing, water treatment, water features, fountains, aquariums, landfills, swimming pools, power plants, mining and transportation.
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