Motorized Swing Gate Valve
Motorized Swing Gate Valve is an automated valve designed for efficient flow control in pipelines, integrating an electric actuator to eliminate the need for manual operation. Its design features a swinging disc mounted on a pivot, which moves away from the valve seat to allow fluid flow and swings back into position to close the passage. The actuator controls this movement, ensuring smooth and precise operation. This design minimizes pressure drop while providing reliable sealing, making it ideal for water treatment, industrial processing, HVAC systems, and oil & gas applications.
Automated Operation
The motorized swing gate valve is equipped with an electric actuator that enables remote and automated flow control. This eliminates the need for manual operation, making it ideal for applications that require efficient, hands-free, precise, reliable, consistent, fast, safe, and user-friendly functionality.
Single Pivot Swing Design
The valve features a hinged swing disc that pivots on a fixed axis, allowing fluid to pass through with minimal resistance. Compared to sliding or rotating mechanisms, this design ensures a low-pressure drop, reduces turbulence, and maintains efficient flow dynamics.
Bulk Material Handling
Unlike conventional gate valves, the swing disc design prevents clogging and can effectively handle complex materials such as dust, granules, slurries, and other bulk solids. This makes it a reliable choice for industries dealing with powder processing, cement, and bulk material handling systems.
Suitable for Low-Pressure
Due to its design, the motorized swing gate valve is best suited for low-pressure systems, where its smooth operation and minimal resistance ensure efficient performance. It is not recommended for high-pressure applications, as the sealing mechanism may not withstand extreme forces.
Comparison between a Swing Gate Valve and Gate Valve
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Feature |
Swing Gate Valve |
Gate Valve |
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Design |
Has a swinging disc that pivots to allow or block flow. |
Uses a rising or non-rising gate (wedge or disc) that moves up and down. |
|
Operation |
Opens and closes by swinging the disc, typically hinged at one side. |
The gate moves vertically inside the valve body to control flow. |
|
Flow Control |
Suitable for on/off control, but not ideal for throttling. |
Used mainly for full open or close conditions, not throttling. |
|
Closing Speed |
Faster closing as the disc swings into position. |
Slower operation due to the vertical movement of the gate. |
|
Sealing |
Relies on gravity and flow pressure to seal against the seat. |
Provides a tighter shut-off, making it better for leak prevention. |
|
Wear & Tear |
The swinging motion may cause more wear in high-pressure applications. |
More durable in high-pressure settings due to its direct sealing mechanism. |
|
Application |
Common in low to medium-pressure applications like water systems. |
Preferred for high-pressure industrial applications, oil & gas, and steam pipelines. |
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