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Needle Valves

For over 45 years, Autoclave Engineers has designed and built premium quality valves, fittings and tubing. This commitment to engineering and manufacturing excellence has earned Autoclave a reputation for reliable, efficient product performance. Autoclave Engineers has long been established as the worldwide leader in high pressure fluid handling components for the chemical/petro-chemical, research and oil & gas industries.

bulletLOW PRESSURE

Pressures to 15,000 psi (1034 bar)

Low Pressure Needle Valves (8 pgs./315KB) feature:

bullet10V Series (3 pgs./157KB) valve design provides in-line tube connections for 1/4" to 1/2" tube sizes.
bulletSW Series (3 pgs./159KB) valve design provides increased flow capabilities.
bulletTubing sizes from 1/8" to 1/2".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletNon-rotating stem prevents stem/seat galling.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon®) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.
bulletChoice of Vee or Regulating stem tips.
bulletAvailable in five body patterns.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of low pressure fittings, tubing, check valves and line filters. The 10V and SW Series use Autoclave's SpeedBite connection. This single ferrule compression sleeve connection delivers fast, easy make-up and reliable bubble-tight performance in liquid or gas service.

bulletMEDIUM PRESSURE

Pressures to 20,000 psi (1379 bar)

Medium Pressure Needle Valves (8 pgs./207KB) feature:

bulletLargest port valves available for medium pressure applications.
bulletTubing sizes from 1/4" to 1".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletNon-rotating stem prevents stem/seat galling.
bulletNew one piece stem design permits ease of assembly and packing replacement.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon®) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.
bulletChoice of Vee or Regulating stem tips.
bulletAvailable in five body patterns.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of fittings, tubing, check valves and line filters. The SM Series uses Autoclave's Medium Pressure connection. The coned-and-threaded connection features orifice sizes to match the high flow characteristics of this series.

bulletHIGH PRESSURE

Pressures to 150,000 psi (1042 bar)

High Pressure Needle Valves (16 pgs./533KB) feature:

bulletTubing sizes from 1/4" to 1".
bulletNon-rotating stem prevents stem/seat galling.
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletFor dependable stem and body sealing, 30SC Series (2 pgs./133KB) and 30VM Series (3 pgs./152KB) valves are furnished with PTFE (Teflon®) encapsulated packing; the 40VM Series (2 pgs./124KB) and 60VM Series (3 pgs./144KB) valves feature nylon/leather packing below threads.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.
bulletChoice of Vee or Regulating stem tips.

Series 100V: Pressures to 100,000 psi (6895 bar) features:

bulletCold-worked type 316 stainless steel body with aluminum bronze packing gland and non-rotation stem.
bulletNylon and leather packing below stem threads.

Series 150V: Pressures to 150,000 psi (10342 bar) features:

bulletCylindrical body of high strength alloy steel with stainless steel packing gland. Tool steel non-rotating stem with replaceable seat of nickel maraging steel. Stem must be actuated with torque wrench (refer to Tools, Installation, Operation & Maintenance section).
bulletWedge-type Teflon® and leather packing below stem threads with beryllium-copper Autoclave anti-extrusion back up rings.
bulletVee stem tip only.

Download the 100VM & 150V Needle Valves catalog pages (3 pgs./178KB).

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of High Pressure fittings and tubing. The High Pressure series uses Autoclave's coned-and-threaded connections for dependable performance in gas or liquid service.

bulletMINI VALVES

Pressures to 15,000 psi (1034 bar)

MVE/MV Series Needle Valves (4 pgs./211KB) feature:

bulletMini valves provide a rugged, compact design.
bulletTubing sizes available are 1/16" and 1/8".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon®) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.
bulletVee stem tip provided.
bulletAvailable in five body patterns.
bulletMini valves available with metric tube glands.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of mini fittings and tubing. The MVE/MV Series uses Autoclave's SpeedBite connection. This single ferrule compression sleeve connection delivers fast, easy make-up and reliable bubble-tight performance in liquid or gas service.

bulletMICRO-METERING

Pressures to 60,000 psi (4137 bar)

VRMM Series MicroMetering Valves (4 pgs./175KB) feature:

bulletBarrel and Thimble design permits repeatable settings.
bulletBarrel divisions every 0.025"
bullet25 Thimble divisions, each representing 0.001" stem travel
bulletOne revolution = 0.025" stem travel
bulletCold worked type 316 stainless steel body with stainless steel packing gland. Stem and seat are cold worked type 316 stainless steel.
bulletPacking below stem threads is Teflon for the 10VRMM and 30VRMM valves and nylon/leather for the 60VRMM. For packing options, see Technical Information section.
bulletSpeedBite "W" connections are used on the 10VRMM and AE High Pressure coned-and-threaded connections on the 30VRMM and 60VRMM.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of low pressure fittings, tubing, check valves and line filters. 

bulletBLOCK AND BLEED

Pressures to 20,000 psi (1379 bar)

MVBB Series Block & Bleed Valves (4 pgs./95KB) feature:

bulletMVBB Series valve design provides large valve performance in a small package.
bulletTubing sizes 1/4".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon®) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of low pressure fittings, tubing, check valves and line filters. The MVBB Series use Autoclave's Medium Pressure connections. This coned-and-threaded connection provides a reliable bubble-tight seal for dependable performance in liquid or gas service.

bulletEXTREME TEMPERATURE

Pressures to 60,000 psi (4137 bar)

Extreme Temperature Needle Valves (4 pgs./289KB) feature:

bulletThe extreme temperature option can be ordered on Low, Medium, High, MicroMetering and other valve series.
bulletReliable long life operation with extended stuffing box at very high and low temperatures.
bulletDesign available for operation to 1200°F (649°C) without extended packing housing.
bulletAvailable with a variety of tubing connections and orifice sizes.
bulletNon-rotating stem.
bulletWide range of material options.
bulletAdjustable packing below threads.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating.
bulletAnti-extrusion back up rings.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of fittings, tubing and accessories.

bulletDIVERTER

Pressures to 20,000 psi (1379 bar)

Autoclave Engineers Diverter Valves provide the ability to direct incoming flow to one of two outlets. Flow is changed by rotating the handle in or out causing a double-ended stem to block the flow path to the outlet not needed. Diverter Valves eliminate the need for multiple valves and the possibility of error in flow direction changes.

20DV Series Valves (4 pgs./439KB) feature:

bulletDiverts incoming flow to one of two outlets.
bulletTubing sizes from 9/16" to 1".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletNon-rotating stem prevents stem/seat galling.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of fittings, tubing and accessories. The 20DV series uses Autoclave's Medium Pressure connection. This coned-and-threaded connection provides a reliable bubble-tight seal for dependable performance to 20,000 psi (1379 bar).

bulletYOKE

Pressures to 50,000 psi (3447 bar)

Autoclave Engineers Yoke Valves are extra-heavy duty, plant grade instrument valves for industrial and severe service applications. Yoke valves feature low closing torque for ease of operation and are designed for use with Autoclave Medium and High Pressure tubing and fittings.

Y- Series Yoke Valves (4 pgs./469KB) feature:

bulletTubing sizes from 9/16" to 1".
bulletRising stem/barstock body design.
bulletNon-rotating stem prevents stem/seat galling.
bulletMetal-to-metal seating achieves bubble-tight shutoff, longer stem/seat life in abrasive flow, greater durability for repeated on/off cycles and excellent corrosion resistance.
bulletPTFE (Teflon) encapsulated packing provides dependable stem and body sealing.
bulletStem sleeve and packing gland materials have been selected to achieve extended thread cycle life and reduced handle torque.
bulletChoice of Vee or Regulating stem tips.
bulletAvailable in two body patterns.
bulletOptional materials for cryogenic or other applications.

Autoclave valves are complemented by a complete line of fittings, tubing and accessories. 

bulletOPTIONS

Autoclave Engineers Needle Valves can be supplied with a number of options to meet your requirements. These include various materials of construction, packing material, high temperature packing, handle colors, stem options, custom valves, pneumatic actuators, and a number of other options.

Needle Valve Options (4 pgs./395KB) 

 

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This page last updated: Wednesday, January 28, 2004
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