This manual provides instructions for the installation, maintenance, and operation of the Val-Matic 3"-24" Series 2000 Butterfly Valve.
The Val-Matic 3"-24" Series 2000 Butterfly Valve is a resilient seated, quarter-turn valve designed for use with air, water, or other clean fluids. It features a ductile iron body with a stainless steel shaft and a replaceable seat to ensure a tight shut-off. The valve can be operated manually via a hand lever or gear actuator, or automated with power actuators such as electric motors or hydraulic cylinders.
| Material (Body) | Gray or Ductile Iron |
|---|---|
| Material (Seat) | Stainless Steel |
| Material (Disc) | Ductile Iron |
| Material (Shaft) | Stainless Steel |
| Material (Resilient Seat) | Buna-N or EPDM |
| Operating Torque (3"-6") | 6 ft-lbs (Class 150B) |
| Operating Torque (8"-12") | 8 ft-lbs (Class 150B) |
| Operating Torque (20"-24") | 15 ft-lbs (Class 150B) |
The valve is designed to handle air, water, or other clean fluids.
For storage greater than six months, the valve should be kept indoors, slightly open (3-5 degrees), and the rubber surfaces coated with FDA approved grease.
The standard direction of rotation is open left or counter-clockwise.