API 600 Gate Valve
API 600 Gate Valve, API 600 specifes the requirements for a heavy-duty series of bolted bonnet steel gate valves for petroleum
refnery and related applications.
API 600 specifes the requirements for a heavy-duty series of bolted bonnet steel gate valves for petroleum
refnery and related applications where corrosion, erosion, and other service conditions would indicate a need for
full port openings, heavy wall sections, and large stem diameters.
API 600 sets forth the requirements for the following gate valve features:
— bolted bonnet;
— outside screw and yoke;
— rising stems;
— non-rising handwheels;
— single or double gate;
— wedge or parallel seating;
— metallic seating surfaces;
— fanged or butt-welding ends.
It covers valves of the nominal pipe sizes DN:
— 25, 32, 40, 50, 65, 80, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 600, 650, 700, 750, 800, 850, 900, 950,
1000, 1050;
corresponding to nominal pipe sizes NPS:
— 1, 1-1 /4 , 1-1 /2 , 2, 2-1 /2 , 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42;
and applies to pressure class designations:
— 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, 2500.
The Applications of API 600 Gate Valve
API 600 gate valves are widely used in the oil and gas industry for critical isolation and flow control applications. Their sturdy construction and high-performance design make them suitable for demanding environments, including upstream production, midstream transportation, and downstream refining. API 600 gate valves help ensure safe and reliable operation in pipelines, wellheads, and other energy infrastructure.
How to Select the Right API 600 Gate Valve
When choosing an API 600 gate valve, factors like pressure class, end connections, valve size, and materials of construction must align with the specific application requirements. Valve features like bevel gear operators or extended bonnets may also be needed. Consulting manufacturer sizing guides and seeking guidance from experienced distributors can help ensure the right API 600 valve is selected.
