Knife Edge Gate Valves

Knife Edge Gate Valves

Knife Edge Gate Valves for Industrial Flow Control

CBT Flow Solutions Pvt. Ltd. supplies industrial knife edge gate valves for applications that require reliable isolation of process media. These valves use a sharp-edged gate to move through the flow passage and help control or isolate the line, depending on the valve design and operating conditions. Knife gate valves are commonly considered for services involving slurry, suspended solids, pulp, wastewater and other process media where conventional valve designs may not be suitable. The correct valve selection depends on the fluid characteristics, pressure, temperature, solids concentration and installation requirements. CBT Flow Solutions provides industrial valve solutions for customers across India. Contact our team to discuss your application, required valve size, material, end connection and actuation preference.

Key-Features

Complies MSS-SP81
Type Uni-directional / Bi-directional
Size 50mm to 800mm
Material CI | DI | WCB | CF8 | CF8M | CG3M | CF3M
Ends Wafer, Lugged
Operation Hand-wheel, Chain- wheel, Gear, Lever, Pneumatic or Electric Actuator
Specials Extended Stem, Closed Bonnet, Deflector cone, Soft seated, Purge connection
Testing As per MSS and SP 81

Application

Applications of Knife Gate Valves

Knife gate valves may be suitable for a range of industrial processes, subject to the design and manufacturer’s approval.

  • Pulp and paper: Selected stock, pulp and process lines.

  • Wastewater treatment: Suitable sludge and wastewater isolation duties.

  • Mining and minerals: Selected slurry and mineral-processing applications.

  • Chemical processing: Compatible process media, subject to material and seal selection.

  • Bulk solids handling: Selected lines involving suspended solids or process residues.

Not every knife gate valve is suitable for every application. Abrasive media, corrosive chemicals, high temperatures and demanding pressure conditions require specific engineering checks.