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10x8“ 300LB A105N Pneumatic Trunnion Ball Valve

Established in 2009, J-VALVES operates standardized industrial valve manufacturing workshops capable of bulk production of 10×8 inch 300LB A105N pneumatic trunnion mounted ball valves. The plant is split into dedicated CNC machining zones, pressure testing bays, pneumatic actuator assembly lines and dust-proof finished product storage areas. Layered quality checkpoints cover the whole manufacturing cycle from steel forging, actuator assembly down to final leakage re-inspection. Rigid in-factory quality assurance drives high client repurchase rates across our oilfield and chemical sector project portfolio.


1. Forging & Precision CNC Machining Builds Pressure-resistant Valve Shells

Solid A105N carbon steel bar stock is closed-die forged into monolithic valve body blanks, removing structural failure risks associated with welded split valve body seams. Forged blanks undergo natural stress relief treatment before CNC machining operations including flange face boring, flow channel polishing and precision seating groove milling. Custom programmed machining caters to non-standard 10×8 reducing dimensions, controlling bolt hole concentricity and internal flow path surface finish to mitigate abrasive media turbulence erosion. Every machined blank receives ultrasonic non-destructive testing. Units with internal micro-cracks and inclusion defects get scrapped and isolated from downstream assembly workflows.


2. Ball & Seat Pre-installation Blocks Internal Seating Leakage

Precision polished stainless steel balls pair with PTFE or metal hard-faced seats selected based on process media characteristics: filled reinforced PTFE sealing suits general crude oil and natural gas service, while Stellite alloy overlay hard facing is deployed for abrasive particle-laden process fluid. Dial gauge alignment calibrates ball rotational concentricity to eliminate operating jamming and static seat leakage. Pre-installed assemblies go through preliminary low-pressure air tightness screening to catch assembly alignment defects ahead of final assembly.


3. Scotch Yoke Pneumatic Actuator Assembly & Functional Cycle Testing

Workshop fitting stations assemble internal actuator pistons, fail-safe return springs and guide sealing packs. Outdoor-grade anti-corrosion coating is applied to exterior red cylinder housings. Precision keyed shaft locking connects actuator power output to valve stem, followed by installation of air pressure regulators, limit position feedback sensors and explosion-proof solenoid valves. Completed valve assemblies connect to workshop compressed air supply networks for 300 consecutive full-stroke endurance cycling, validating breakout torque reserve, switching reaction speed and spring-assisted fail-safe performance while pinpointing micro air line leakage spots.


4. API Standard Pressure Testing And Project-ready Packaging

Per API 6D requirements, finished assemblies pass shell hydrostatic testing at 1.5 times rated Class 300 pressure rating plus seat bubble-tight air tightness hold testing pressurized at 1.1 times nominal working pressure. Pressure qualified valves receive surface cleaning, plastic flange dust cap fitting and categorized placement inside temperature-controlled dust-proof warehouses. Project palletized packaging prevents sealing face impact damage during cross-regional logistics transit.

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Nominal Size: 1 inch / DN25, range 1/4 to 12 inch Pressure Class: ASME Class 150, 19.6 bar at 38°C; Class 300 optional Body Material: ASTM B148 C95800 nickel aluminum bronze Body Type: Two piece, bolted Ball: C95800, SS316 hard faced optional Stem: C95800 or SS316, blowout proof Seat: PTFE, RPTFE, PPL, or reinforced PTFE Packing: PTFE or graphite combined packing End Connection: Threaded NPT / BSPT, flanged RF to ASME B16.5 optional Service Temperature: -29°C to +150°C standard, +200°C high temperature version Seawater Velocity Limit: About 6 m/s clean, 4.5 m/s with sand Design Standard: API 608, ASME B16.34 Test Standard: API 598, ISO 5208 Operation: Lever standard, pneumatic or electric optional
Size Range: 2 to 56 inch (DN50 to DN1400) Pressure Class: ASME Class 150 to 2500 / PN20 to PN420 Body Material: WCB, LCB, CF8, CF8M, CF3M, duplex, alloy steel Ball: Stainless with hard chrome, ENP, Stellite or tungsten carbide overlay Seat: PTFE, RPTFE, PPL, or metal Stellite faced Seat Arrangement: SPE, DPE (DIB-1), or combination (DIB-2) Packing: Live loaded graphite, ISO 15848-1 qualified Fire Test: API 607, also API 6FA and ISO 10497 Fugitive Emission: ISO 15848-1 class B or A, with temperature and cycle class stated Face to Face: ASME B16.10 short or long pattern End Connection: Flanged RF / RTJ to B16.5 and B16.47, butt weld to B16.25 Features: Double block and bleed, sealant injection, anti-static, anti-blowout stem Design Standard: API 6D, API 608, ASME B16.34, ISO 14313 Operation: Lever, gear, pneumatic, electric, hydraulic, gas over oil Sour Service: NACE MR0175 available
Nominal Size: 1-1/2 inch / DN40 Pressure Rating: 1000 WOG (68.9 bar cold working, non-shock) Body Type: Three piece, bolted end caps, four body bolts Body Material: ASTM A351 CF8 (304), CF8M (316) optional Ball: CF8, polished Ra 0.4 µm, full or reduced bore Seat: PTFE, RPTFE, PPL, or Stellite faced metal Body Gasket: PTFE to 180°C, graphite above Packing: PTFE V-ring to 200°C, graphite above End Connection: NPT, BSP, socket weld B16.11, butt weld B16.25, flanged RF Actuator Mounting: ISO 5211 F05 / F07 pad Air Supply: 0.4 to 0.7 MPa clean dry air Service Temperature: -29°C to +260°C, seat dependent Design Reference: MSS SP-110 general purpose, ASME B16.34 body wall Test Standard: API 598, ISO 5208
Nominal Size: 3/4 x 1/2 inch (DN20 x DN15), reduced bore Pressure Class: ASME Class 600 / PN100, 102.1 bar at 38°C Body Material: ASTM A182 F51 forged duplex, UNS S31803 PREN: Approximately 35 Ball: F51 with HVOF tungsten carbide or Stellite overlay Stem: F51, SS316 or 17-4PH, blowout proof Seat: RPTFE, Devlon, PEEK, or Stellite faced metal Bolting: B8M Class 2, alloy 718, or B7M for sour service End Connection: NPT, BSP, socket weld ASME B16.11, butt weld ASME B16.25 Bleed Port: Cavity bleed with plug or needle valve, lockable option Service Temperature: -29°C to +300°C, seat dependent Design Standard: API 6D, API 608, ASME B16.34 Test Standard: API 598, ISO 5208, cavity test through bleed port Sour Service: NACE MR0175 available