2024-09-30
The definition and classification of valves
A valve is a control device for fluid pipelines. Its basic function is to connect or cut off the flow of medium in the pipeline, change the direction of the medium's flow, regulate the pressure and flow of the medium, and protect the normal operation of pipeline equipment. Valves are usually composed of valve body, valve cover, valve seat, actuating element (valve disc, gate, butterfly plate, diaphragm, etc.), driving mechanism (valve stem and the driving device that moves it), sealing element (packing, gasket, etc.) and fastening parts, etc.