Slide Gate Valve

A slide gate valve is a type of valve used to control the flow of dry bulk materials, such as powders, granules, and pellets, in various industrial applications. Here are some key features and specifications:

Components

1. Gate: The moving part that opens and closes to control material flow.
2. Frame: The structural housing that supports the gate.
3. Actuator: The mechanism that operates the gate, such as a manual handle, electric motor, or pneumatic cylinder.
4. Seals: The components that prevent material leakage around the gate.

Specifications

1. Size: Available in various sizes, from 100 mm to 1000 mm (4 in to 39 in).
2. Material: Constructed from carbon steel, stainless steel, or other materials suitable for the application.
3. Operating Temperature: Can operate in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 200°C (-4°F to 392°F).
4. Pressure: Can handle pressures up to 10 bar (145 psi).

Types

1. Manual Slide Gate Valve: Operated manually using a handle or lever.
2. Electric Slide Gate Valve: Operated using an electric motor.
3. Pneumatic Slide Gate Valve: Operated using compressed air.
4. Hydraulic Slide Gate Valve: Operated using hydraulic fluid.

Applications

1. Cement: Used in cement plants to control material flow.
2. Food Processing: Used in food processing plants to handle powders and granules.
3. Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceutical plants to handle powders and granules.
4. Mining: Used in mining applications to control material flow.

Advantages

1. Easy to Operate: Simple to open and close.
2. Low Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance.
3. High Flow Rates: Can handle high material flow rates.
4. Dust-Tight: Prevents material leakage and dust emission.

• Slide gate valve may be operated manually , pneumatically and motorized depending on client requirement or properties of material and application