Ball Valve
What Is Brass Ball Valve?
A brass ball valve is a type of valve, and its main components are made of brass. It controls the flow of fluids (such as liquids and gases) by using the rotation of the ball. There is a circular through-hole on the ball. When the through-hole of the ball is in the same straight line as the inlet and outlet channels of the valve, the fluid can pass through the valve unobstructed. When the ball rotates 90 degrees so that the through-hole is perpendicular to the inlet and outlet channels, the fluid channel is blocked, thus realizing the control of opening and closing the fluid. Brass ball valves are mainly used for cutting off, distributing, and changing the flow direction of the medium.
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![Brass Ball Valve Lever Handle Female]()
Brass Ball Valve Lever Handle FemaleItem number:DY201view more
1.Nominal pressure:1.6Mpa
2.Working medium: Water，Oil，Steam
3.Working temperature:-20°C≤ t ≤ 120°C
4.Thread conform to ISO 228 -
![Brass Ball Valve For Natural Gas]()
Brass Ball Valve For Natural GasWorking medium: gasview more
Docking process:BSP/NPT threaded connection
Working temperature: -20-80℃
The pipeline complies with ISO45001, ISO14001, and ISO9001 standards -
![Brass Check Valve For Zero Cold Water Heater]()
Brass Check Valve For Zero Cold Water HeaterProduct name: Brass Manual Check Valve for Zero Cold Water Water Heaterview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Safety Valve For Water Heater]()
Brass Safety Valve For Water HeaterProduct name: China Wholesale Brass Safety Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Ball Drain Valve For Water Heater T Y Type]()
Brass Ball Drain Valve For Water Heater T Y TypeProduct name: Brass Ball Drain Valve for Water Heater T Y Typeview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Ball Valve For Floor Heating Manifold]()
Brass Ball Valve For Floor Heating ManifoldProduct name: Brass Ball Valve for Floor Heating Manifoldview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Lockable Expansion Brass Ball Valve]()
Lockable Expansion Brass Ball ValveProduct name: Lockable Expansion Brass Ball Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Drain Valve For Solar Water Heater]()
Drain Valve For Solar Water HeaterProduct name: Drain Valve for Solar Water Heaterview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Ferrule Compression Ball Valve]()
Brass Ferrule Compression Ball ValveProduct name: Lockable Brass Ferrule Compression Ball Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Full-bore Magnetic Lockable Ball Valve]()
Brass Full-bore Magnetic Lockable Ball ValveProduct name: Brass Full-bore Magnetic Manual Lockable Ball Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Brass Temperature-sensing Lockable Ball Valve]()
Brass Temperature-sensing Lockable Ball ValveProduct name: Brass Temperature-sensing Magnetic Lockable Ball Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton -
![Full-bore Extended Brass Manual Ball Valve]()
Full-bore Extended Brass Manual Ball ValveProduct name: DUNYUN Wholesale Full-bore Extended Brass Manual Ball Valveview more
Material: Brass ( Hpb59-1 / CW617)
Pressure: 1.6Mpa
Support：OEM / ODM
Sample: Support
Packing: Export OPP Bag + Carton
Your Professional Ball Valve Supplier！
Zhejiang Dunyun Industrial Co., Ltd. is located at No. 1 Dunyun Road, Modern Environmental Protection Equipment Industrial Park, Zhuji City, the hometown of Xi Shi, in the Yangtze River Delta Economic Circle.We mainly produce various copper valves such as "Dunyun" brand water supply systems, central air conditioning systems, heating systems, gas systems, special ball valves, gate valves, globe valves, temperature control valves, gas valves, exhaust valves, filters, underfloor heating water collectors, as well as new aluminum-plastic composite pipes, and other plumbing accessories.
Rich Experience
As we are Actuated Valve Specialists with over 20+ years of experience in valve automation, we have the tools, products, and experience to make sure that your automated valve is durable and has a high life cycle.
Quality Control
All inspections are handled by qualified, experienced personnel aligned with the specifications of each project to fully satisfy our customers and surpass their expectations with a high degree of environmental consciousness to the total satisfaction of our customers.
Our Certifications
We have passed ISO9001 quality management system certification，as well as various product hygiene licenses.
Product Specification
We offers the following product specifications：
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Material |
Brass, Copper |
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Item dimensions L x W x H |
4.29 x 1.48 x 2.12 inches |
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Exterior Finish |
Steel |
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Inlet Connection Type |
National Pipe Tapered |
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Outlet Connection Type |
FNPT |
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Maximum Operating Pressure |
4E+2 Pound per Square Inch |
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Number of Ports |
3 |
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Outlet Connection Size |
0.25 Inches |
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UPC |
615068182003 |
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Part Number |
A180N-02SSO2180LW |
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Item Weight |
7 ounces |
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Product Dimensions |
4.29 x 1.48 x 2.12 inches |
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Item model number |
A180N-02SSO2180LW |
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer |
No |
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Size |
1/4 Inch |
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Style |
Threaded |
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Finish |
Forged Brass |
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Pattern |
L-Port |
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Shape |
3 Way Ball Valve |
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Item Package Quantity |
1 |
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Number of Handles |
1 |
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Special Features |
L-Port |
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Batteries Included? |
No |
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Batteries Required? |
No |
Advantages of Ball Valve
Quick and easy operation
Thanks to their 90-degree turn mechanism, ball valves provide fast shut-off and opening. The design ensures minimal torque is required, which is ideal in emergency situations or automated systems.
Tight sealing with minimal leakage
Ball valves are known for excellent sealing performance. The spherical closure element creates a secure, leak-tight seal even after long periods of inactivity — especially when paired with high-quality seats like PTFE.
Long service life and durability
Because of their robust design and fewer moving parts, ball valves generally experience less wear over time. This contributes to longer service life and lower maintenance costs.
Versatility in materials and applications
Ball valves are available in a range of materials including brass and stainless steel. This makes them suitable for a wide range of fluids, from water and air to gas, oil, and corrosive chemicals.
Low pressure drop
When fully open, ball valves offer a straight-through flow path, reducing turbulence and pressure loss across the valve. This makes them highly efficient in systems where maintaining flow rate is critical.
Compact design and easy installation
Ball valves are compact and lightweight compared to other valve types, which simplifies installation — especially in tight spaces or complex piping layouts.
Application
Household equipment ball valves
Ball valves are extensively used in residential plumbing systems to enable main water and branch shutoffs during leaks. They are also used in standard household devices like water taps, showers, heaters, and washing machines.
Ball valves and hose for gardening
Ball valves can be used in a garden to meet various watering needs. These valves can be attached to garden hoses, watering tools, sprinkler lines, or faucets. Switch off the main water supply while installing the ball valve to the main water line. Connect one port of the ball valve to the main water supply. Screw the garden hose fitting to the other port of the ball valve. Turning the handle to open or close the valve can start or stop the water flow through the hose.
Refrigeration ball valves
Ball valves can be used as shut-off valves in refrigeration, commercial HVAC, and individual air conditioner units. The design, sealing material, and welding should support a safe construction that suits the most demanding requirements, like a high working pressure when operated with refrigerants like R410A.
Ball valves in the oil and gas industry
Ball valves are commonly used as fluid shutoff valves in onshore and offshore oil and gas production facilities. They are also used in fuel gas system feeding furnaces. Ball valves are designed to control the flow of high-pressure gasses and liquids with minimal pressure drop. They have a very low response time which means they are quick to open and close, and these valves have a tight-sealing capability with low torque.
Ball valves are available in a variety of body styles, including reduced bore, full bore and V-notch. Each of these ball valve forms offers specific advantages depending upon the requirements of the given application. The body consists of several parts of the valve including the bonnet and trim.
Reduced port valves have an opening that is smaller than the diameter of the piping. The media flow through the valve is limited to 75%. Reduced port valves have higher pressure drops.
Full port valves have a ball with a bore equal to the inside diameter of the pipe. The advantage to this design is they minimize the pressure drop across the valve and keep the flow from being restricted as it flows. They can be used for throttling applications.
V-notch control valve bodies have a similar construction to standard ball valves. The difference lies in the contoured V-notch in the ball, which produces an equal-percentage flow characteristic. They have good rangeability, control, and shut off capability for use in the paper industry, chemical plants and power industry. The ball remains in contact with the seal during rotation and produces a shearing effect as the ball closes to minimize clogging.
Material and Design
One key design element of ball valves is their construction material. Ball valves can be constructed from a wide range of materials, such as metals, plastics, or metal fused with ceramic. The ball itself is often plated with chrome for added durability. The ideal ball valve material depends on factors such as operating temperature, pressure, and the type of fluid that will move through it.
Another design aspect of ball valves is their port profile. The hole through the ball can have different profiles such as V-shaped, reduced port or full port:
V-Shaped. A V-shaped or characterized profile allows for more precise control of flow rate by rotating the ball. The profile can be optimized to achieve linear flow characteristics.
Reduced port. This is the most common type of bore profile. Reduced bore ball valves can introduce friction losses into a system; however, these losses are relatively small compared to other valve types.
Full port. These ports have the same diameter as the pipe, meaning they are easier to clean and there are no extra friction losses. However, full port valves often cost more and are bigger than standard ball valves.
Certifications
Package & Delivery
Package: Standard export package or Custom
Delivery: By air express, by sea
FAQ
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