Features and Application of Cryogenic Valves in the Petroleum Industry

Industry or piping system that deals in handling liquid hydrogen, oxygen, helium, nitrogen, liquefied natural gas, or similar cold fluid uses cryogenic valves. The petroleum industry generally accepts cryogenic valves that range in –238 F and below. This is because certain gasses require compressing their volume more than just increasing pressure. The core reason for choosing cryogenic over other valves is it can handle a degree of refrigeration.  

Using the right Cryogenic Valves is very important to avoid any damage and leakage in the premise. Usually, valves for cryogenic applications are gate, angle, butterfly, and ball valves. Consider every aspect before selecting a particular valve for your industrial setting. However, there are no strict guidelines available for using valves, but there is a trend and belief to select the right application suitable for your in-house process.   

For heavy or large sizes of motion, often gate valves are used instead of ball valves. Though ball valves are expensive but the right choice for long-term performance and for one who is looking for durability. The process of assembling Cryogenic Valves or other is also kept clean and lubricant-free to avoid any malfunction. Any unnecessary matter can disturb the valve performance at cryogenic temperatures. Therefore, when buying a product, it is crucially important to choose a trusted manufacturer.  

Maverick Valves has a team of professionals who take care of everything during the manufacturing and assembling process. They prepare valve components for clean-room assembly and take the precautions to keep components contaminant-free to the standards required by the industry.