Durapipe ABS T Port Ball Valve
Useful Information
Technical Specification
- Valve type: 3-way ball valve (T-port configuration)
- Body material: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
- Seal material: EPDM
- Connection type: Plain ends (solvent weld with cement and cleaner)
- Size range: 1/2" to 2"
- Pressure rating: 16 bar at 20°C
- Standards: BS 5392 (imperial ABS fittings)
- Operating characteristics: Ductile at low temperatures
- Weight: Lightweight construction
Description
This Durapipe T-port ball valve features the patented DualBlock locking system, which securely retains the union nuts even in installations subject to vibration, pressure fluctuations or thermal expansion. This greatly reduces the risk of loosening over time and enhances long-term system integrity.
The valve is also equipped with the Seat Stop ball seat carrier, allowing precise micro-adjustment of the ball seats and compensation for axial pipe loads - all without draining the system. This makes maintenance faster, cleaner and significantly more cost-effective.
An ergonomically designed VKD-style handle includes a removable adjustment tool, enabling easy seat and union nut adjustments directly on site.
Key Features & Benefits
- T-port configuration: Ideal for diverting or mixing flow in 3-way pipework systems
- DualBlock locking system: Prevents union nuts loosening under vibration or thermal movement
- Fully unionised design: Valve body can be removed without disturbing surrounding pipework
- Seat Stop adjustment: Fine-tune ball seats without draining the system
- No hot works required: Solvent weld installation improves safety and speeds up fitting
- Lightweight ABS construction: Easy handling with excellent chemical resistance
