SLV
Flanged 3-Way Ball Valve
The SLV Flanged 3-Way Ball Valve routes flow between three flanged connections using a single L- or T-ported ball. One quarter-turn handle replaces the pair of two-way valves and the tee that would otherwise be needed to divert, mix or distribute a stream.
Product Benefits
- One body, two jobs: Combining diversion and shut-off in a single body saves piping, space and installation cost.
- No conflicting positions: A single valve removes the risk of two separate valves being left in positions that fight each other.
- L-port or T-port: The L-port switches flow between two outlets, while the T-port can mix streams or feed two branches at once.
- Quick changeovers: A single quarter-turn handle makes switching fast and shows the valve position at a glance, a real advantage when moving frequently between tanks, pumps or process trains.
Where It's Used
- Tank switching: Typical services include switching a pump's suction between storage tanks and sending product to alternate destinations.
- Blending and bypass: It also blends two streams into one line and loops flow around equipment during maintenance.
- General industrial lines: It suits pipelines carrying liquids compatible with its stainless or carbon-steel construction.
- Four-way option: Where four connections must be handled, a 4-way version of the series is available for more complex routing arrangements.
Good to Know
- Port pattern first: Choosing between L-port and T-port is the key selection decision, as it fixes which flow paths are possible in each handle position.
- European design standards: The body follows European industrial-valve design standards with flanged ends drilled to the common DIN/EN pattern.
- Body and ball materials: Bodies and balls come in stainless steel grades or carbon steel.
- Soft seat choices: Seats come from the PTFE family in several materials, so the trim can be matched to chemical service and temperature.
- Keep the medium clean: As with any soft-seated ball valve, a reasonably clean medium protects the seats and preserves tight shut-off.
