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VME3 Series

VME3 SeriesCarbon Steel 1-Piece Economy Valve

For Hydraulic, Petroleum And Chemical Plant Applications

A great choice for lower pressure hydraulic and petroleum shut-off needs. Valves are unibody bar stock construction with phosphate coated bodies and NPT threaded connections in a reduced port design. Built tough in the USA and designed to last longer than lightweight imports.

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SPECIFICATIONS
 
FEATURES & BENEFITS
  • Sizes: Reduced Port 1/2" - 2"
  • Pressure Rating (RTFE seats):
    2000 psi CWP (non-shock) 1/2" - 1 1/4", 1500 psi CWP (non-shock) 1 1/2" - 2"
  • Steam Rating: 150 psi WSP
  • Pressure Rating (Delrin seats):
    2000 psi CWP (non-shock)
    VME3.A0 1 1/2" - 2"
  • Temperature Range:
    RTFE seats: -20° to 425°F
    Delrin, Nylon seats: -20° to 180° F
  • End Type: Threaded
  • Handle: Lever with vinyl grip
  • Options (Add Suffix):
    • OA for 316 stainless steel ball & stem
    • OP for lockout handle
    • OE for gull wing handle
    • OQ for oval handle
  • Hexagon-shaped body for easy installation
  • One-piece design maintains system integrity
  • Corrosion-resistant phosphate coating
  • Bottom-loaded stem
  • Spring-loaded, adjustable stem packing
  • Separate packing nut allows handle removal during valve service
  • Reinforced PTFEseals reduce seat distortion
  • Chrome-plated, mirror finished ball
 
MATERIALS
  • Body: Steel ASTM A108 C12L14 (1/2" - 1 1/4") or A216 GR WCB (1 1/2" - 2")
  • Stem: Steel ASTM A108 C12L14, Nickel Plated
  • Thrust Washer: Reinforced PTFE
  • Stem Seal: Reinforced PTFE
  • Follower: Stainless Steel, Type 304 (1/2" - 1 1/4")
  • Spring Washer: Steel, Zinc Plated (1/2" - 1 1/4")
  • Stem Gland: Steel C12L14, Zinc Plated (1 1/2" - 2")
  • Pack Gland: Steel C12L14, Zinc Plated
  • Nuts: Steel, Zinc Plated
  • Handle: Steel, Zinc Plated, Vinyl Grip
  • Ball: Steel, ASTM A108 C12L14, Chrome Plated
  • Seats: Reinforced PTFE, Delrin AF®, Nylon
  • Seat Retainer: Steel, C12L14, Zinc Phosphate Coated

 

VALVE PART NO.
(NPT THREAD)
SEAT PRESSURE RATING
1/4" see VME1 series - -
3/8" see VME1 series - -
3/4" VME3.A9 3/4 RTFE 2000
1" VME3.A9 1 RTFE 2000
1 3/4" VME3.A9 1 1/4 RTFE 2000
1 1/2" VME3.A9 1 1/2 RTFE 1500
1 1/2" VME3.AO 1 /12 Delrin® 2000
2" VME3.A9 2 RTFE 1500
2" VME3.AO 2 Delrin® 2000

 

 
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