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INTRODUCTION

1.2 ESSENTIAL FEATURES OF VELAN VALVES

Gate, Globe and Check Valves

Type of Connection Size of connection

A
F
A

Class

Type

Body/Bonnet Style

Body Material

Trim Material

TYPE OF CONNECTION
A Special
B Butt weld

C Combination
F Flanged

R Flanged, ring joint

S Threaded

U Undrilled flanges
W Socket weld

X Butt weld
(intermediate class)

*SIZE OF CONNECTION

Customers have the choice of specifying valve size as part of the valve figure number (B) using the numbers below, or indicating valve size
separately.

EXAMPLES:
01 14" (8 mm)
02 38" (10 mm)
03 12" (15 mm)
04 34" (20 mm)

F10-0064C-02TY (valve size is part of figure number)

3" F-0064C-02TY (valve size is shown separately)
05 1" (25 mm)
06 114" (32 mm)
07 112" (40 mm)
08 2" (50 mm)

13 5" (125 mm)

14 6" (150 mm)
15 8" (200 mm)
16 10" (250 mm)

18 12" (300 mm)

19 14" (350 mm)
20 16" (400 mm)
21 18" (450 mm)

22 20" (500 mm)

23 22" (550 mm)
24 24" (600 mm)
26 26" (650 mm)

28 28" (700 mm)

30 30" (750 mm)
32 32" (800 mm)
34 34" (850 mm)

36 36" (900 mm)

42 42" (1050 mm)
48 48" (1200 mm)
99 Special

CLASS
0 150
1 300

09 212" (65 mm)

10 3" (80 mm)
11 312" (90 mm)
12 4" (100 mm)

2 600 or API 800

(as required)

3 1500
4 2500

5 4500
6 400

7 900
8 1690

9 2680
X Special

TYPE
01
02
03
05

Flow control
Ball check
Piston check
Conventional port gate

06
07
08
09

Full port gate

Stop globe
Stop check
Needle

10 Continuous
blowdown
11 Swing check
14 Parallel slide

15 Instrument
17 IREB gate
18 Extended body gate

21 Boiler blowoff
22 Pressure relief
23 Double disc gate

34 - Tilting disc check

99 - Special

BODY / BONNET STYLE

4 Vertical
5 Angle
6 Y pattern (inclined)

A
B
C
D

Special
Bolted bonnet (forged)
Bolted bonnet (cast)
Diaphragm

E Extended bonnet
(cryogenic)
K Pressure seal (cast)
P Pressure seal (forged)

06
09
11
12
13

Chr. moly, F22, WC9

Chr. moly, F9, C12
Stainless steel, F304, CF8
Stainless steel, F304L, CF3
Stainless steel, F316, CF8M

14
15
16
17
18

R Forged bolted
bonnet bellows seal
S Y pattern bellows seal
T All welded bellows seal

V Cast bolted bonnet bellows seal

W Welded bonnet
Y Bonnetless (rotating stem)
Z Bonnetless (non-rotating stem)

BODY MATERIAL
01
02
03
04
05

Special
A105, WCB
Carbon moly, F1, WC1
Chr. moly, F5, C5
Chr. moly, F11, WC6

Stainless steel, F316L, CF3M

Stainless steel, F347, CF8C
Stainless steel, F304H
Stainless steel, F430
Stainless steel, F321

19
20
21
22

Monel
Inconel
Hastelloy
Titanium

23
24
25
26

Alloy 20
LF1
LCB
LF2

27 - LF3
31 - LCC
32 - Duplex
stainless steel

TRIM MATERIAL

NACE
H2S
SERVICE (2)

CODE
TY
TS
MY
MS
MX
XX
XY
XS
HC
NA
NB
NC
SX
AA
BB

WEDGE / DISC SEATING SURFACE (1)

13 CR (410 or CA15)
Stellite 6
CF8M or 316
Stellite 6
CF8M
Monel
Monel
Stellite 6
Hastelloy C
13 CR (410 or CA15) HRC 22 max.
Stellite 6 or CF8M
Monel
CF8M
Special
13 CR (410 or CA15) with Teflon insert(3)

SEAT SURFACE (1)

Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
SS 316
Monel
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Stellite 6
Integral CF8M
Special
13 CR

(1) Base material is either the same as the body or solid at manufacturer's option.
(2) NA, NB, and NC trims are for NACE service and are supplied with bolting with maximum hardness of RC 22.
NS code is used for special NACE trim (details must be specified on order).
(3) Teflon insert may be in seat or wedge at manufacturer's option.

STEM
13 CR (410)
13 CR (410)
316
316
SS 316
Monel
Monel
Monel or Monel K
Hastelloy C
13 CR (410) HRC 22 max.
SS 316
Monel or Monel K
SS 316
Special
13 CR (410)

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2.1 RECEIVING INSPECTION

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tapered area of the packing flange and stem

that can cause extensive damage to stem and
associated parts during valve cycling. In any
case, prior to cycling, the area between the
stem, packing flange and gland bushing must
be thoroughly cleaned off of all foreign matter.

All valves must be examined for signs of damage

that may have occurred during transportation.
Any damage should by analyzed and a report
should be issued. Serious damage should be
reported to your local Velan representative or
to the Customer Service Manager so that a
suitable arrangement for repairs can be made
without delay.

2.5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GATE VALVES

The flow through gate valves can be from either
end. There may be exceptions to this if bypass
piping is welded to the valve body or if a pressure
relief hole is drilled in one side of the valve gate.
Check your piping layout drawing to ensure correct
position and direction of flow. Gate valves should
be installed and welded into the pipeline with the
wedge or disc in the fully closed position. If the
valve is left open or partially open, it could distort
and leak during operation. Also, leaving the valve
in a fully closed position helps prevent weld spatter
from falling directly onto the mating faces of the
seats.

2.2 QUALITY CONTROL INFORMATION

For valves purchased with Quality Control (QC)
certification, check the package of documents to
see that the Quality Control certificates are
complete as per the purchase order.

2.3 STORAGE
Valves should be stored in a suitably sheltered
place to prevent contamination by weather, dirt
or dampness. The valve is shipped with end
protectors on the inlet and outlet which should
stay on the valve until it is ready for installation.

The preferred orientation of a gate valve is upright.

The valve may be installed in other orientations,
but any deviation from vertical is a compromise.
Installation upside down is not recommended
because of possible dirt build-up in the bonnet.
It is best to consult Velan Engineering department
during quotation review process as to remedial
measures required (hardfacing of guides) when
valves over 12 (300 mm) are tilted beyond 45
from the stem vertical orientation.

NOTE: If actuators are involved, please refer

to the applicable manufacturer's instructions
for storage.

2.4 HANDLING AND PREPARATION

On large valves, a hoist is needed to assist
installation. A sling should be placed under the
valve body or around the valve yoke so that the
unit can be lifted vertically to its final destination.
End protectors must be removed from all types
of valves and connections must be checked for
cleanliness. Any visible foreign matter must be
removed from end connections on weld-end
valves. The weld-end preparation must be cleaned
properly with a suitable solvent such as acetone or
alcohol. Do not use solvents containing chloride
or fluoride.

NOTE: Gate valves should not be used for

throttling to control the flow, they are normally
fully open or fully closed. If left in partially
open position could result in severe damage
to body seats, wedge, stem & guide rails.

WARNING: During installation, welding and

construction stage the valve mid-section
around the packing flange and stem should be
protected at all times; as foreign debris from
welding, grinding, etc. can fall in between the

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RECEIVING AND PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION

2.6 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLOBE VALVES

2.7 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHECK VALVES

Globe valves are usually installed with the inlet

below the valve seat. This must be checked care
fully to prevent incorrect installation. If throttling
service is particularly severe, Velan recommends
that the valve be installed so that the flow enters
over the top of the seat and goes down through it.
This maintains the valve in a more stable condition.
The amount of wear is minimized and there is less
external noise. Valve operation also becomes
easier because less torque is required to close
the valve.

All Velan inclined piston check and stop-check

valves without springs, when installed in vertical
or near vertical line, should have fluid flow upward
and the angle of incline of the line not more than
5 past the vertical in the direction of the bonnet.
When installed in horizontal or near horizontal
lines, the valve bonnet should be up and the angle
of incline of the line should be not more than 5
below the horizontal. See figure 2.7 for incline and
roll angle allowable. Consult your Velan representative concerning installation other than that mentioned above.

Globe type valves should be installed and welded

with the disc in a fully closed position to prevent
damage to the valve during installation. Leaving
the disc in a fully closed position also prevents weld
spatter from falling directly onto the mating faces
of the seat and disc.

CAUTION: Velan 90 piston check and stop

check valves without springs should be
installed with the bonnet up, and the angle
of incline of the line should be no more
than 45 from horizontal. Also, the roll
angle of the valve bonnet should be no
more than 45 from side to side.

The preferred orientation of a globe valve is upright.

The valve may be installed in other orientations,
but any deviation from vertical is a compromise.
Installation upside down is not recommended
because of possible dirt build-up in the bonnet.

NOTE: All check valves should be installed

at least ten pipe diameters away from upstream
pumps, elbows, fittings or equipment. If closer
installation is required, please consult the Velan
Customer Service Manager (see Fig. 2.7A & 2.8B).

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VERTICAL

20

VERTICAL

VERTICAL

PRECAUTION: Allow time for welding to

cool before trying the valve for the first
time in the pipeline.

20

-5 TO 95
FROM
HORIZONTAL

HORIZONTAL

Figure 2.7A

Inclined check valve: Angle of incline and roll angle

10

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45max.

45max.

45max.

Flow

Figure 2.7B

90 check valve: Angle of incline and roll angle

All check valves must be installed with the inlet in

direction of arrow. This must be checked carefully
before installing the valve. Placing a check valve
in the opposite direction to the flow will prevent
the disc from swinging free and will therefore
prevent normal operation of the valve.

The tightness of the joint bolt tension and gland

bolts should be checked at approximately one year
intervals thereafter. Use bolt tightening procedure
as follows:
1.

2.8 INSTRUCTIONS FOR TILTING DISC

CHECK VALVES

2.

Tilting disc check valves can be installed horizontally or vertically according to the design specifications and with the inlet in the direction of the
arrow. Placing a check valve in the opposite direction to the flow will prevent the disc from swinging free and will therefore prevent normal operation of the valve

3.

Remove one nut at a time, lubricate stud and

nut flats thoroughly with an approved
anti- seize compound and torque to recommended values shown in Table 4.5A.
Remove opposite nut and repeat procedure
until all nuts have been retorqued.
Re-check bolt torque by going once around
clockwise.
NOTE: If gasket must be replaced, follow
Section 4.5 Body/Bonnet (or Cover) Torquing
Procedure.

2.9.1 Seat Cleaning-Flushing

NOTE: All check valves should be installed at least
ten pipe diameters away from upstream pumps,
elbows, fittings or equipment. If closer installation
is required, please consult the Velan Customer
Service Manager.

After installation prior to system test and

start-up, it is recommended to clean the valve
by flushing line debris matter that may have
accumulated inside the valve and between the
valve seating surfaces during Plant construction
and valve installation. Open the valve fully, flush
as deemed necessary, then close and open the
valve while flushing. If seat leakage is noted after
flushing repeat the procedure. If the leakage still
persists, it must be assumed the seating surface
maybe damaged.

2.9 RECHECK FOR BOLT TIGHTNESS

WITH OR WITHOUT LINE PRESSURE
After valve installation, recheck and retighten the
bolts including gland bolts as necessary to the values given as follows:

NOTE: If seat must be repaired, follow

Section 5.2.3 Seat Leakage.

Gasket bolts: body-bonnet, use Table 4.5A

Packing bolts: gate and parallel slide valves, use
Table 5.1A and for globe valves, use Table 5.1B.
All other bolts: use Table 5.3A

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WARNING

FOR SAFETY REASONS,

it is important to take these precautions
before removing a valve from a line.
making any adjustments on the valves should wear safety equipment
Personnel
normally used to work with fluid in the line where the valve is installed.
removing the yoke bushing under pressure, the valve should be in fully open posiBefore
tion in order to prevent injuries.
Before removing a valve from a line, line pressure must be relieved with no exception.
valves can be equipped with a variety of manual gear, electric motor, hydraulic or
Velan
pneumatic actuators. Generally, all pressure must be relieved from both sides of the valve
before the actuator is removed.
in the fully open position (backseated), should not be jammed-tight (overtorqued),
Atovalve
avoid thermal binding. It is our recommendation that the valve be removed 1/4 turn of
the handwheel from the fully open position. This will also ensure that packing tightness is
verifiable. In gear-operated valves, because of the backlash, it is difficult sometimes to
ensure this position.
standards, such as API and MSS, caution users that successful completion of a
Valve
backseat test should not be construed as a recommendation by the manufacturer
that a valve may be repacked while it is under pressure.
backseat may be used as a means of stopping or reducing
Thepacking
leakage until the packing can be replaced under
no pressure. Removal of packing with the valve
under pressure is at the owners risk.

1. Warning on Over-Pressurization Relief

2. Warning on NACE Conversions

Under certain conditions, double-seated valves

which have the integrate cavity filled with fluid and
is subjected to increase in temperature can result in
excessive buildup of pressure in the center cavity,
leading to pressure boundary failure.

It is extremely important to ensure that valves,

when converted to NACE trims in the field are done
by Velan authorized service shops. Unauthorized
conversions can result in failure to carry out postweld heat treatment and result in severe stress
cracks in non-stress relieved areas.

Such situations occur when liquid from condensation, testing fluid, leakage from upstream side, etc.
accumulates in the center cavity. If this fluid is not
relieved by some means, over-pressurization may
occur. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to
ensure that adequate precautions are taken against
such an eventuality.

3. Warning on Conversion to Globe Stop Check

Velan globe valves cannot be automatically converted to glove stop check valves, without verifying
design parameters in detail with Velan Engineering.
Any unauthorized conversions may result in the
jamming of the disc in the valve.
For further details on the above subjects, please
contact the Customer Service Manager.

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4.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

AREA

PACKING
CHAMBER
LEAKAGE

BODY-BONNET
JOINT LEAKAGE

SEAT
LEAKAGE

GENERAL PROBLEMS

PROCEDURE FOR REPAIR

Packing compression
Gland bushing binding

Packing chamber leakage

Gate, globe & parallel slide:
Section 5.2.1

Packing worn
Stem, packing chamber
damaged

Repacking procedure
Gate, globe, parallel slide:
Section 5.1.3

Gasket damaged
Body or bonnet damaged

Replacement of gasket
Gate: Section 6.3
Globe: Section 7.4
Swing check: Section 9.4

Tightness of bolting

Body-bonnet stud torquing

Gate, globe, parallel slide,
swing check & tilting disc:
Section 4.5

Lack of seating torque

Closing torque
Gate & Globe: Section 5.2.4

Damaged seat faces

Seat repair
(optional information
available upon request)

Disc movement restricted

Disassembly and reassembly

Swing check valves
Lubrication
Gate, globe, parallel slide,
swing check & tilting disc:
Section 4.3

Lubrication

Packing compression

OPERATIONAL
SMOOTHNESS

Stem thread
Yoke nut thread

Packing torque
Gate, globe & tilting disc:
Section 5.1.5
Disassembly and reassembly
Gate: Sections, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5
Globe: Sections, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8
Parallel slide: Sections, 8.3,
8.4, 8.5
Swing Check, 9.4, 9.5, 9.7, 9.8,
9.10, 9.11, 9.12

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4.2 OPERATION

4.4 GENERAL ASSEMBLY INFORMATION

4.2.1 General

1.

All valves require examination before being put

into operation. Additionally, valves should be
inspected regularly during operation and should
receive prompt attention when trouble arises.
As a general rule, valves should be subjected to
scheduled maintenance.

2.

4.2.2 Smoothness of Operation

Stem threads, gearing and other working components outside the fluid area should be lubricated
frequently and at least once every six months.
Specific lubricants and frequency of application
are shown in the recommended lubrication Table
of Section 4.3. Valves that are not operated
frequently and which may remain open or closed
for long periods of time should be worked (even if
only partially) about once a month.

3.

4.

IMPORTANT: Excessive handwheel effort can

indicate the following:
1. Improperly lubricated or damaged
valve stem.
2. Valve packing compression too tight
(check torque Table 5.1A) .
3. Faulty or damaged valve parts.
4. Foreign particle matter on threads and
on stem-packing flange area.

The most important fact to be considered is

the cleanliness of all parts. All rust and dirt
should be removed from all parts with a wire
brush or emery cloth. Oil and grease should
be removed with suitable solvents.
All threaded parts (capscrews, nuts and studs)
must be well relubricated. The stem and yoke
nut threads should be cleaned of all old grease
before new grease is applied to the threads.
All recommended lubricants can be found in
Section 4.3. Use correct lubricant for each individual part.
Repaired or replacement parts must be
checked to see if all repair procedures have
been done and that all replacement parts (e.g.
packing rings, gasket, etc.) have been checked
for size so that they will fit into the valve you
are servicing.
All orientation marks assigned during disassembly must be observed so that correct
orientation is maintained. Where applicable,
orientation marks should be made on parts
near the body serial number (e.g., wedge, disc,
seat etc.)

4.3 RECOMMENDED LUBRICATION

Table 4.3

Recommended lubrication

PART

LUBRICATION

APPLICATION

FREQUENCY

Stem
threads

Exxon: Ronex MP, Castrol MP

or equivalent MP group (up to 6500F)
Ronex Extra duty 2 (above 6500F)

Directly to
threads

When threads
appear dry

Yoke nut

Exxon: Ronex MP, Castrol MP

or equivalent MP group (up to 6500F)
Ronex Extra duty 2 (above 6500F)

Inject through
grease fitting
at hub of yoke

Concurrently
with stem
thread lubrication

All threaded parts

except
stem and yoke nut

- Anti-seize compound No. 425-A

(Crane) or equivalent
- Nickel Anti-Seize to MIL-A-90TE
or MOLYKOTE P37

Thin coat on
threads

On valve
assembly only

Recommended lubricant subject to change without notice.

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4.5 BODY/BONNET (OR COVER) TORQUING
PROCEDURE

4.5.2 Application of Torque

When applying the torque to the bolts, each bolt
should be torqued in steps of approximately 20%
of the final torque.

4.5.1 General
1.

2.

3.

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Clean all studs and nuts. Visually inspect

all threads to ensure removal of all foreign
matter, rust, corrosion, burrs and previous
lubricants.
Liberally cover the stud threads and the
surface under the nut head with FELPRO
type C5A Hi-Temp Antiseize compound or
approved equivalent. Also, lubricate the
female threads of the nuts and nut flats,
and wipe off any excess lubricant that may
adhere to any of the stainless steel parts
with recommended solvents.
Recommended solvents for this work are:
a) unused or redistilled acetone
b) alcohol
After tightening bolts by hand, follow the
bolt tightening sequence shown in Fig. 4.5A.
This sequence depends on the quantity of
bolts used. The drawing illustrates the
tightening sequence of different size and
class. The bolts should be torqued to the
values in accordance with the table material
for stud threads (see Table 4.5A).

After the final torque has been applied in sequence.

It is recommended that the bolts be rechecked once
around in a clockwise rotation.

PRECAUTION:
1. If tightening sequence is not followed, it
is possible that the gasket will not be
compressed evenly, and may result
in gasket leakage.
2. Over-torquing can cause deformation of
the body or bonnet flange and can also
cause joint leakage.
3. Do not use impacting devices to tighten
up the bolting on the body/bonnet
(cover). Use suitable mechanical
devices for tightening.
4. Use hand torque wrenches. If torque
wrenches are not suitable, use standard
wrenches and the following guidelines
will apply:
BOLT SIZE

LENGTH OF WRENCH
inches
mm

3/8

5
6
9
12
18
24
30
36

1/2
9/16
5/8
3/4
7/8

1 1/8

125
150
225
300
450
600
750
900

On sizes of bolts larger than 1 1/8, special torque

multipliers with ratios 1:7 or 1:6 should be used for
torquing.

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Table 4.5A

Body/bonnet bolting torque ft .lb (N.m).

BOLTING MATERIAL
Stud Size
B7M/L7M

B7 / B16

660

630

8 16 UNC

15

(20)

20

(27)

20

(27)

20

(27)

15

(20)

20

(27)

16 14 UNC

25

(34)

30

(41)

25

(34)

35

(47)

25

(34)

25

(34)

2 13 UNC

40

(54)

50

(68)

40

(54)

55

(75)

35

(47)

45

(61)

16 12 UNC

55

(75)

70

(95)

60

(81)

80

(108)

55

(75)

65

(88)

8-11 UNC

75

(102)

100

(136)

80

(108)

100

(136)

70

(95)

85 (115)

4 10 UNC

135

(183)

170

(231)

150

(203)

200

(271)

125

(170)

150 (203)

8 9 UNC

200

(271)

270

(366)

250

(339)

300

(407)

200

(271)

200 (271)

1 8 UNC

350

(475)

400

(542)

350

(475)

450

(610)

300

(407)

350 (475)

118-8 UN

500

(678)

600

(814)

500

(678)

650

(881)

450

(610)

450 (610)

114-8 UN

675

(915)

850 (1153)

700

(949)

950

(1288)

650

(881)

650 (881)

138-8 UN

900 (1220)

1200 (1627)

1000 (1356)

1300

(1763)

900 (1220)

900 (1220)

112 8 UN

1200 (1627)

1500 (2034)

1300 (1763)

1700

(2305)

1200 (1627)

1200 (1627)

158 8 UN

1600 (2170)

2000 (2712)

1700 (2305)

2200

(2983)

1500 (2034)

134 8 UN

2000 (2712)

2500 (3390)

2100 (2848)

2800

(3797)

1900 (2576)

178 8 UN

2500 (3390)

3100 (4204)

2600 (3526)

3500

(4746)

2300 (3119)

2 8 UN

3000 (4068)

3800 (5153)

3200 (4339)

4200

(5695)

2800 (3797)

218 8 UN

3600 (4882)

4500 (6102)

3800 (5153)

5000

(6780)

3400 (4610)

214 8 UN

4400 (5966)

5400 (7322)

4600 (6238)

6100

(8272)

4100 (5560)

212 8 UN

6000 (8136)

7500(10170)

6400 (8678)

8500 (11526)

5700 (7729)

Note:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

B8M CL.1 B8M CL.2

Torque tolerance 10%.

Maximum temperature for 630 is 650F.
For temperatures above 750F (400C) use 75% of the torque values.
Above torque values are with the bolts lubricated.

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