Gear Operated Butterfly Valve: Design & Applications
Quick Overview Our gear operated butterfly valve is a manually operated flow control solution designed for pipelines where valve size, pressure, or torque requirements exceed the limits of a simple hand lever. By using a worm gear mechanism, these valves allow smooth, precise operation with minimal effort. At Vcore Valve, gear operated butterfly valves are […]
Pneumatic Butterfly Valve: Design, Uses & Benefits
Quick Overview Our pneumatic butterfly valve combines a compact butterfly valve body with a pneumatic actuator to deliver fast, reliable, and repeatable flow control. Widely used in automation systems, these valves offer excellent balance between performance, cost, and ease of maintenance. In this guide, Vcore Valve explains how pneumatic butterfly valves work, where they excel, […]
1/2 inch Mini Ball Valve: The Ultimate Guide for Compact, Reliable Flow Control
Quick Summary The 1/2 Inch Mini Ball Valve is a compact, quarter-turn shut-off valve designed for tight spaces in residential and light commercial pipework. Crafted from durable brass alloys like C37700 and CW617N, it offers corrosion resistance, a 150,000-cycle lifespan, and compatibility with water, oil, and gas. Its threaded BSP or NPT connections and dual-seal system […]
V-Port Ball Valve: Advantages, Limits & Applications
Quick Summary Our V-port ball valve is widely recognised as a practical solution where accurate flow control is required but a full control valve may be unnecessary or too costly. At Vcore Valve, we often recommend V-port designs for applications demanding stable modulation, reduced cavitation, and improved controllability. This article breaks down how V-port ball […]
Angle Valve vs Gate Valve: Differences & Applications
Quick Overview Choosing between an angle valve and a gate valve may seem straightforward, but the wrong decision can lead to flow issues, maintenance headaches, or premature valve failure. While both are used to control fluid flow, they serve very different purposes. In this guide, Vcore Valve explains the real differences, applications, advantages, and limitations […]
Globe Valves vs Gate Valves: Differences & Applications
Quick Summary Choosing between globe valves and gate valves is not just a matter of preference—it directly affects flow control accuracy, pressure loss, service life, and system safety. At Vcore Valve, we often see costly mistakes caused by selecting the wrong valve type. This guide clearly explains the structural, functional, and application differences to help […]