Sometimes a line must be both controlled and turned a corner at the same point. Right angle valves do both, turning the flow through a right angle as they control it.
The valve takes the flow in one way and sends it out at a right angle, controlling it on the way through.
This guide explains what right angle valves do, where they fit, and how to keep them reliable.
What Right Angle Valves Do
A right angle valve has its inlet and outlet set at a right angle, so the flow turns the corner as it passes through.
As the flow turns, the valve controls it in the same way an inline valve would, opening, throttling, or shutting it.
So the valve controls and turns the flow at one point, saving a separate bend in the line.
Where They Fit in the Plant
Lines that must turn a corner and be controlled at the same place suit a right angle valve.
Where saving a fitting and a bend is helpful, the one valve does both jobs.
By controlling and turning the flow together, the valve keeps the pipework simple.
Signs the Valve Needs Attention
A valve in trouble shows up in the flow and the seal.
- The valve passing when it should be shut
- The flow not controlled as it should be
- Leaks at the seat or the stem
- Wear on the seat from the liquid
- The valve hard to open or close
What Makes a Good Valve?
A valve is judged by a tight seal and reliable control.
Control While Turning
The valve must control the flow well while turning it the corner. Control while turning is the point of the valve.
A Tight Shut Off
The valve must still shut the flow tight when closed. A tight shut off keeps the line controlled.
Keeping the Valve Working
Routine attention keeps the valve controlling your flow.
- Watch that the valve seals tight when shut
- Watch that it controls the flow well
- Check the seat and stem for leaks and wear
- Keep the valve free to open and close
Common Questions About Right Angle Valves
Right angle valves control the flow while turning it through a right angle, so a line can be controlled and turned at the same point to save fittings.
Lines that must turn a corner and be controlled at the same place suit a right angle valve.
A valve that does not seal tight passes flow when it should be shut, which loses control of the process and wastes what it should hold back.
Watching that it seals tight and controls the flow, checking the seat and stem for leaks and wear, and keeping it free to move keep the valve working.
Control the Flow Reliably
A right angle valvegives tight, reliable control of the flow where the plant needs it. A tight seal and reliable control are what make it dependable.
If a line must turn a corner and be controlled at one point, right angle valves fit. Explore our valves and castings for the right one.
If a line must turn a corner and be controlled at one point, right angle valves fit. See our valves and castings for the right fit.
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