GB Cast Ductile Iron Blind Gate Valve

Strictly engineered in compliance with GB/T 12232 standards, this GB cast ductile iron non-rising stem (NRS) gate valve serves as a premier solution for municipal water distribution, fire protection, and HVAC infrastructure. The body is precision-cast from high-grade QT450-10 ductile iron, delivering superior tensile strength and resilience compared to traditional cast iron, which ensures structural integrity against pipeline stresses and water hammer effects. The Non-Rising Stem (NRS) configuration is specifically designed for space-constrained installations, as the stem rotates without vertical displacement, protecting the threads from environmental corrosion and mechanical impact. Its core sealing utilizes a fully encapsulated resilient wedge technology paired with a streamlined flat-bottom flow path, achieving sediment-free hydraulic performance and reliable, bi-directional bubble-tight shut-off. Furthermore, both internal and external surfaces are treated with a heavy-duty, food-grade electrostatic epoxy resin coating (≥250μm), providing an exceptional corrosion barrier while maintaining medium purity. This makes it an ideal choice for regulating clean water, sewage, ambient air, and neutral oils with minimal life-cycle maintenance.

DescriptionValueUnit
Nominal Pressure (PN)16
DN50–400mm
Test Pressure: Shell Test Pressure2.4MPa
Test Pressure: Seal Test Pressure1.76MPa
Test Pressure: Air Test Pressure0.6MPa
Suitable Temp.≤ 120
Suitable MediumWater, Steam, Oil (W.A.O)

Structural Characteristics of

  • Utilizing a Non-Rising Stem (NRS) design, the stem only rotates without vertical movement during operation. This ensures the overall height remains constant, significantly reducing clearance requirements, making it ideal for underground pipelines, buried service cabinets, or pump rooms with restricted head space.

  • The body is crafted from QT450 Ductile Iron, offering mechanical properties similar to carbon steel with excellent tensile strength and elongation. When faced with ground subsidence or traffic loads, the valve body can buffer deformation through its inherent toughness, preventing brittle fractures common in gray iron and ensuring long-term system safety.

  • The wedge features full EPDM rubber encapsulation, utilizing resilient deformation to create a tight seal against the flat valve seat. This “soft seal” design achieves bubble-tight bi-directional shut-off and effectively prevents closure failures caused by sediment buildup, a common issue in traditional metal-seated valves.

  • Both internal and external surfaces are coated with at least 250μm of fusion-bonded epoxy (FBE) powder, forming a smooth and highly adhesive protective layer. This process meets potable water hygiene standards, prevents secondary contamination, and its smooth finish reduces fluid resistance while inhibiting scale attachment over time.

  • The internal cavity features precision-cast side guide rails that maintain wedge alignment during travel. This guide rail design reduces mechanical friction between the wedge and seat, which, combined with the high-precision stem nut, ensures low operating torque even for large-diameter valves, extending the service life of the operation mechanism.

Main Components Material

NOPartMaterials
6BonnetQT450-10
5Stem2Cr13
4Screw6.8
3ShimNBR
2DiscQT450-10+EPDM
1BodyQT450-10

Class 150LB Main Connection Dimensions

DNLDKdCfn-Φ
501751651251021824-Φ18
651851851451222024-Φ18
801952001601382028-Φ18
1002252201801582228-Φ18
1252452502101882228-Φ18
1502552852402122428-Φ22
20028534029526826212-Φ22
25032540535532029212-Φ26
30035046041037832212-Φ26
35038552047043035216-Φ26
40039758052549038216-Φ30

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