Structure and features of diaphragm valves

Basic structure and mechanism of diaphragm valves

  • Diaphragm valves are generally refer to valves with a structure that opens and closes the flow path with a flexible diaphragm such as rubber.
  • As shown in the figure below, the basic structure of the valve consists of three units: the actuator, the diaphragm, and the body. The fluid is controlled by pressing or separating the diaphragm against the seal on the inner surface of the body.
  • Valve types are divided into two types: Weir types (400 type) and Straight types (500 type). The basic structures are the same.
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Diaphragm Valves
Weir type (400 type)
Straight type (500 type)

Basic structure and mechanism of diaphragm valves

1. Excellent airtightness

  • Because the actuator is completely isolated from the flow path by the diaphragm, there is no leakage to the outside or contamination of the fluid from the outside air.
  • Our diaphragms are subjected to various tests under severe conditions to confirm their durability and safety. It has high sealing reliability against external leakage and/or valve seat leakage and has been highly evaluated by users in a wide range of industries for its stable quality and performance.

2. Excellent cleanability

  • The fluid passage section is streamlined and has no pocket sections, which minimizes liquid pools and provides self-purification.

3. Good maintainability

  • This is a simple structure of three parts: the actuator, the diaphragm, and the body. Easy to disassembly and assembly.
  • Due to top entry structure, the diaphragm can be replaced only by removing the bolts and nuts of the body with piping.
  • Due to interchangeability of each parts, it is also easy to change manual valve to be automated valve.

4. Excellent corrosion and chemical resistance

  • The simple body shape, suitable for lining processing.
  • The combination of various lining of bodies such as rubber and fluorocarbon resin and abundant diaphragm materials enables the valve to be manufactured to meet a wide range of fluid conditions. It also offers superior cost performance compared to special alloy-based materials.

5. Environmentally friendly

  • Since the structure is simple, the number of parts is less than that of other valve types, and there is no waste in consumables.
  • Striving to reduce environmental impact by using lead-free chloroprene diaphragms and environmentally friendly paints, and by improving durability and reducing air consumption of actuator.