The ANSI Cast Iron Rising Stem Gate Valve is a robust isolation valve designed for industrial piping systems. Manufactured in accordance with MSS SP-70 and ANSI standards, it features a durable cast iron body (ASTM A126 Class B) and a rising stem mechanism (Outside Screw & Yoke). This design provides clear visual indication of the valve’s open or closed status, making it ideal for above-ground installations where operational visibility is required.
Technical Specifications:
Nominal Size (NPS): 2″ – 24″ (DN50 – DN600)
Pressure Rating: Class 125 / Class 250
Applicable Medium: Water, Oil, Gas, and Non-Corrosive Fluids
Suitable Temperature: -29°C to 200°C (-20°F to 400°F)
Main Parts and Materials:
Parts Name
Materials
Body, Bonnet
ASTM A126 B
Disc
ASTM A126 B
Stem
SS420
Seat Ring
Brass
Key Product Features:
Low Fluid Resistance: The internal structure of the valve body is straight-through, allowing the medium to pass unimpeded with minimal pressure drop.
Efficient Operation: The motion direction of the gate is perpendicular to the flow direction of the medium, enabling fast opening and closing speeds with reduced operating torque.
Visual Position Indication: The rising stem design allows operators to easily verify the valve status (open or closed) from a distance.
Durable Sealing: Features brass seat rings and flexible graphite packing for reliable, long-lasting sealing performance.
Applications:
Ideal for Municipal Water Distribution, HVAC Systems, Fire Protection Networks, and General Industrial Fluid Control. Specifically suited for above-ground installations, valve stations, and mechanical rooms where visual confirmation of valve position is a critical safety requirement.