Does your business use fluid systems? They are very common in many kinds of processing and manufacturing applications, and when it comes to valves, you have a lot of choices. You want the kind of quality Waukesha valves have to offer, but should you go with butterfly or ball valves? Here is information to help you decide.
Butterfly Type
The butterfly inside this kind of valve is actually a disk. It provides two-way action which means fluid can flow in either direction. The operation is simple, and as the disk turns, it shuts off the flow of liquid to the other side of the valve. You can turn a butterfly valve partway to partially restrict flow and can regulate flow with these types of Waukesha valves.
Ball Type
If you take a rubber ball and place it over a hole in something, it effectively plugs the hole, preventing liquids from leaking out. Now if you drill a hole through the rubber ball and turn it to where the hole is showing, then fluid can flow through the ball. Turn the ball back to where the hole is not visible, and you stop the flow of liquid. This is basically how Waukesha ball valves work.
Which One Should You Choose?
Ball valves are more expensive than butterfly valves. However, they can give you unrestricted flow when opened fully and they can handle high pressure. Butterfly valves are good for controlling pressure, and they take up less room than most ball valves.
Both valves are made from materials like stainless steel, brass, or cast iron. They are cost-effective, durable, and very dependable. You can buy both valve types from your Waukesha pump and valve distributor, and they can show you all their selections and help you choose the right Waukesha valves for all your applications.
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