ENGINEERING MANUAL OF AUTOMATIC CONTROL
VALVE SELECTION AND SIZING
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Valves must be compatible with system media
composition, maximum and minimum temperature, and
maximum pressure. The temperature and pressure of the
medium being controlled should not exceed the
maximum temperature and pressure ratings of the valve.
For applications such as chlorinated water or brine, select
valve materials to avoid corrosion.
— What is the pressure drop across the valve? Is the pressure
drop high enough?
The full open pressure drop across the valve must be
high enough to allow the valve to exercise control over
its portion of the hydronic system. However, the full open
pressure drop must not exceed the valves rating for quiet
service and normal life. Closed pressure drop must not
exceed valve and actuator close-off rating.
GLOBE VALVE
Globe valves are popular for HVAC applications. They are
available in pipe sizes from 1/2 in. to 12 in. and in a large variety
of capacities, flow characteristics, and temperature and pressure
capabilities. They provide wide rangeability and tight shutoff
for excellent control over a broad range of conditions. Globe
valves are made in two-way, straight or angle configurations
and three-way mixing and diverting designs. Globe valves close
against the flow and have arrows on the body indicating correct
flow direction. Incorrect piping can result in stem oscillations,
noise, and high wear.
A two-way globe valve has one inlet port and one outlet port
(Fig. 5) in either a straight through or angle pattern. The valve
can be either push-down-to-close or push-down-to-open.
Pneumatic and electric actuators with linear motion to operate
globe valves are available for operation with many control
signals.
BALL VALVE
Ball valves are available for two-position applications either
manual (hand) or power operated or for modulating applications
with direct coupled electric actuators. Ball valves are relatively
low cost and provide tight close off and available in two-way
and three-way configurations. As with all other valves, ball
valves must be properly sized to provide good flow control.
When used in modulating service, ball valves must be
specifically designed for modulating service as compared to
two-position service. Packing must provide leak-free sealing
through thousands of cycles to ensure trouble-free HVAC
service. The ball and stem should be made of stainless steel or
similar material that minimizes sticking to the seat.
Two-way ball valves have equal percentage flow control
characteristics and flow can be in either direction
Three-way ball valves can be used in either mixing or
diverting service. They have linear flow control characteristics
for constant total flow.
BUTTERFLY VALVE
Butterfly valves (Fig. 6) control the flow of hot, chilled, or
condenser water in two-position or proportional applications.
Butterfly valves are available in two-way or three-way
configurations. Tight shutoff may be achieved by proper
selection of actuator force and body lining. The three-way valve
can be used in mixing or diverting applications with the flow
in any direction. The three-way valve consists of two butterfly
valves that mount on a flanged cast iron tee and are linked to
an actuator which opens one valve as it closes the other.
Minimum combined capacity of both valves occurs at the half-
open position.
Fig. 5. Two-Way Globe Valves.
IN
IN
PUSH-DOWN-TO-CLOSE
PUSH-DOWN-TO-OPEN
C2328
M10403
Fig. 6. Butterfly Valve.
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