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The distinct feature of a gate valve is the sealing surfaces between the gate and seats are planar so gate valves are often used when a straight line flow of fluid and minimum restriction is desired.
If the valve has a rising stem its position can be seen just by looking at the position of the stem.
A gate valve also known as a sluice valve is a valve that opens by lifting a round or rectangular gate wedge out of the path of the fluid.
In addition to popular end connection options these valves can be ordered with mueller s exclusive aquagrip system that incorporates an o ring sealed compression connection and integral pipe.
A gate valve is the most common type of valve used in any process plant.
They are operated by a threaded stem which connects the actuator generally a hand wheel or motor to the stem of the gate.
Gate valves work by inserting a rectangular gate or wedge into the path of a flowing fluid.
They re designed to meet or exceed awwa standards and have for decades been recognized as the original and definitive standard.