KLEP

Straight Through KBH Diaphragm Valve

The KLEP Straight Through High-Pressure Diaphragm valve consists of the valve body and a diaphragm. The valve closes mechanically via a compressor, which is located above the diaphragm. These valves are well suited for on/off control applications, involving slurries, powders, liquids, granulated materials and applications where scale build-up is a problem.

Product features

Specifications
Size range:50mm – 350mm.
Valve type:Straight through KBH (high pressure)
Elastomer diaphragm:Gum Rubber, Red Rubber, EPDM Butyl, Chlorobutyl, Neoprene, PtFE Polyurethane, Vitron & Hupalon.
Valve internals:304 Stainless steel spindles, rubber diaphragm (risin spindle only)
Temperature range:-50°C to + 140°C
Pressure rating:Up to 360 psi (25 bar)
Body material:Cast aluminium, cast SG iron
Body lining:As per Elastomer diaphragm
Yoke:Brass rev-nut with two thrust bearings
Flanged body:Drilled to SABS, ANSI, BS or DIN
Hydro-static test:1.5 Times the rated pressure

Features
  • 100% drip tight closure even with solids in the medium.
  • 360 PSI (25 Bar).
  • All types of actuators can be fitted.
  • Fast easy diaphragm change.
  • Flexible re-inforced diaphragm.
  • Full bore, low friction loss.
  • Lifting lugs.
  • Lightweight.
  • Long operating life.
  • No glands which require adjustment.
  • Open/Closed indicator cover.
  • Replaceable rubber diaphragm and body lining.
  • Seals in both directions.
  • Single wearing part.
  • Thrust bearing for ease of opening/closing (handwheel type).
  • Visible spindle indicator.

How the valve operates

As the valve cycles downwards, the compressor will start to compress the soft rubber diaphragm, from the top of the valve only, therefore achieving 100% drip tight closure, even with solids in the medium.

Applications

The valve is suited for mining and mineral processing, power generation, sand/gravel, chemical & soda ash, pulp & paper, environmental & effluent, dry feeds and powders.

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Actuators

All types of actuators can be fitted; electric, gearbox, hydraulic, pneumatic and handwheel.

Dimensions and Weights

Dimensions and weights are for guidance only – detailed dimension drawings are available on request.
All dimensions are in millimetres, unless otherwise stated.

Nominal Bore (mm)ABCWeight (kg)
251271211005
3214612110010
4015912110012
5019118110015
6521620010020
8025424530030
10030526730040
12535630530050
15040037550070
200521410500120
250635559500170
300749635600420
350980664600500
 PartDescription
1Body/BonnetCast aluminium or SG iron
2DiaphragmRubber or urethane
3Valve Body LiningRubber, urethane, halar or ceramic
4Bolts and NutsCadmium plated steel
5PaintEpoxy powder coated, Rilsan lined or painted to custom spec
6Hand wheelCast SG iron
7Rev NutBrass

Valve Diaphragm

GradeMaterialColourShore HardnessTemp °C
NANatural rubberWhite65 – 75-30° to 80°
NiNitrile rubberYellow65 – 75-30° to 80°
BYButylBlue60 – 70-25° to 95°
NENeopreneRed60 – 70-25° to 120°
HYHypalonGreen60 – 70-15° to 100°
VVitonPink70 – 80-5° to 150°
PUPolyurethaneBlack80 – 90-5° to 80°