CHECK VALVES - SWING, TILTING DISC & PISTON - API594/API6D/BS1868/B16.34
Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
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V A LV E I D E N T I F I C A T I O N
Each APV valve is identified with a nameplate. Below is an example.
SIZE
CLASS
BODY
DISC
SEAT
ASME B16.34
150NB
150
WCB
CR13
150AP34XUN-GBW-FE
1096287-2
CR13+ST#6
1
5
3
7
6
4
2
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1
APV valve figure number which delineates the as-built valve type, body, trim, features, packing,
NACE, etc. Refer Figure Number System Appendix C
2
Shell material (e.g. body, bonnet)
3
Closure member material
4
Seat material
5
Rated pressure class as per ASME B16.34. Section 2
6
Nominal pipe size
7
Serial/batch number
When performing any work, ordering spare parts, or requesting technical support, please refer to this
tag. The serial number, the part number and numbers cast on the side of the valve body are keys to
proper valve identification.
