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Paul Tube Fittings, a well-respected name in Houston, USA, stands out as a leading manufacturer and supplier of Stainless Steel 316 Ball Valves. Renowned for their unwavering quality and precision, the company produces valves that are built to thrive in tough industrial settings, ensuring reliability and durability. These 316-grade ball valves boast remarkable resistance to corrosion, pressure, and temperature, making them perfect for fluid and gas control across various industries. Paul Tube Fittings designs their valves to meet international standards, providing robust sealing performance and requiring minimal maintenance. Their Stainless Steel 316 Ball Valves are essential for maintaining operational safety and longevity in critical systems.
Stainless Steel 316 Ball Valves are primarily made up of iron, with 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum, which greatly enhances their resistance to corrosion, particularly in chlorides and acidic environments. This alloy showcases impressive mechanical properties, featuring a tensile strength of about 515 MPa (75,000 psi) and a yield strength of 205 MPa (30,000 psi), along with good elongation. This makes 316 stainless steel an excellent choice for high-pressure applications. Its strong resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, combined with outstanding weldability and formability, guarantees top-notch performance in both static and dynamic conditions across industrial systems.
| VALVE SIZE | 1/8″ TO 2″ / 6 MM TO 50 MM |
| THREAD | NPT, BSPP, BSPT, JIC, METRIC, UNF |
| CONNECTION | THREADED, TUBE END, BUTT WELD, SOCKET WELD, WELD NIPPLE, FLANGED, SAE |
| FUNCTION | 2 WAY, 3 WAY, 4 WAY, 5 WAY, |
| PRESSURE RATING | 1500 PSI, 3000 PSI, 6000 PSI, 10000 PSI, 15000 PSI, 20000 PSI |
| SEAL RING MATERIAL | PTFE, PVDF, DELRIN, PEEK, GRAPHITE |
| STANDARD | ISO , DIN , ANSI , API , ASME , AWWA , MSS , |
| MEDIA | HYDRAULIC OIL, AIR, WATER, GAS, STEAM, HOT WATER , COLD WATER , SEA WATER , CHEMICAL |
| MEDIA TEMPERATURE | (-120* C TO 500*C )RANGE AS PER PRESSURE |
| BODY TYPE | BAR STOCK |
| BRAND NAME | TU-LOK |
| PACKING DETAILS | BOX PACKING, WOODEN PALLET |
| EQUIVALENT BRANDS | SWAGELOK, PARKER, DK-LOK, HAMLET, OLIVER VALVES, HOKE |
| APPLICATION | MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT, EARTH MOVING MACHINERIES , POWER GENERATING PLANT , STEEL MANUFACTURING PLANT , MINING INDUSTRIES , CHEMICAL PROCESSING MACHINES , PIPING LINE , PAINT INDUSTRIES , TRUCKS AND TRAILERS , AUTOMATION , AGRICULTURE MACHINES , AEROSPACE & DEFENCE EQUIPMENTS, |
| Grade | Mn | C | S | Mo | N | Si | P | Cr | Ni | |
| 316 | Minimum | – | – | – | 2.00 | – | – | 0 | 16.0 | 10.0 |
| Maximum | 2.0 | 0.08 | 0.03 | 3.00 | 0.10 | 0.75 | 0.045 | 18.0 | 14.0 | |
| 316H | Minimum | 0.04 | 0.04 | – | 2.00 | – | 0 | – | 16.0 | 10.0 |
| Maximum | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.03 | 3.00 | – | 0.75 | 0.045 | 18.0 | 14.0 |
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Grade |
Yield Strength |
Tensile Strength |
Elongation (%) |
Reduction of Area (%) |
Hardness Max |
|
Min (Mpa) |
Min (Mpa) |
Min |
Min (50mm) |
HB |
|
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Stainless Steel 316 Valves |
170 |
485 |
30 |
50 |
217* |
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Stainless Steel 316 Valves |
205 |
515 |
30 |
50 |
217* |
| Grade | British | Euronorm | UNS No | SS | JIS | ||
| European Standards | British Standards | DIN No | Name | ||||
| 316 | 58H, 58J | 316S31 | 1.4401 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 | S31600 | 2347 | SUS 316 |
| 316H | – | 316S51 | – | – | S31609 | – | – |
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Stainless Steel 316 Ball Valves find extensive use in industries that require high corrosion resistance and structural integrity. They are commonly applied in chemical processing, oil & gas transmission, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, marine systems, and water treatment facilities. These valves ensure a tight shut-off for both gases and liquids, making them crucial in high-pressure and corrosive settings. Their durability and resistance to saltwater and aggressive chemicals make them a reliable choice for various applications, ensuring safety and efficiency in demanding environments.
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