The WCB pigging ball valve is a critical equipment in pigging operations, primarily used for mechanical cleaning and medium isolation in pipelines transporting oil, natural gas, and chemical products. The device enables loading, launching, and receiving of pigs by rotating the ball, functioning similarly to a standard ball valve. Its structure is constructed from high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials, compatible with various pig sizes, and equipped with manual, pneumatic, or electric drive systems.
Pigging valves are categorized into:
Standard Type (Type I): For launching/receiving pigs
Bypass Type (Type II): Enables uninterrupted flow operations
Isolation Type (Type III): Designed for medium separation
Utilizing pigging valves enhances pipeline cleaning efficiency, reduces safety risks, and extends pipeline service life.
Oder Specification
Pressure: 300# (PN50).
Size: 10 Inch (DN250).
Body: ASTM A216 WCB.
Ball: ASTM A105+ENP.
Seal: PTFE.
Application: The pig ball valves are widely used for oil & gas storage/transmission, chemical, metallurgical, paper making, pharmaceutical, etc upon different demands.