Collection:Pneumatic PVC Ball Valves

Explore Tameson's wide range of 2-way pneumatic PVC ball valves from various global manufacturers. 2-way PVC pneumatic ball valves are used to control the flow of a media (liquid or gas) by means of a rotating ball with a bore. Pneumatic actuators control ball valves by converting compressed air energy to mechanical motion. The rotating ball is controlled and turned by a pneumatic actuator. For larger valves, pneumatically actuated ball valves are more reliable and cost-effective compared to electric ball valves. 2-way pneumatic ball valves are commonly used for remote flow control, like a water pipe or air hose.

A 2-way pneumatic ball valve has two ports (an inlet and an outlet) and a ball with a bore in it. The pneumatic actuator can turn the ball 90 degrees from open to closed (or closed to open), which is why they are often called quarter-turn ball valves or shut-off valves. If the pneumatic ball valve is open, the media will flow from the inlet, through the ball's bore, and out of the outlet. If the valve is closed, the media flow is shut off. They are often called an on/off ball valve with a pneumatic actuator. 2-way pneumatic ball valves are one of the most common valves due to their simple operation, reliability, long service life, and wide range of applications.

PVC, a type of plastic, is lightweight, strong, and durable, giving it long service life. An electric PVC ball valve is often a cost-effective alternative to its metal housing (brass or stainless steel) counterpart as long as it is resistant to the media and the pressure/temperature range is suitable for PVC. A PVC ball valve with an actuator can be commonly seen in water management and irrigation applications. It is suitable for corrosive media like seawater, most acids and bases, salt solutions, and organic solvents. However, PVC should not be used for aromatic or chlorinated hydrocarbon media applications. The temperature range is from -15 to 60 degreeC (5 to 140 degreeF), and it has a lower pressure rating when compared to a brass or stainless steel housing.