Overview
This is a light duty valve specifically designed for infrequent operation, Mucon® BD Series Iris Diaphragm Valve can be used for both in-line and open discharge operations. The Series BD Iris Valve are suitable for handling materials with bulk densities up to 560 kg/m³. Also, the BD offers a simplified construction when compared to other in-line valves in the Mucon® range. This simplified construction offers the customer reduced cost, size and weight.
Construction
- For valve sizes between 50mm and 200mm, the iris valve body parts are made from aluminum with a gunmetal control ring
- For valve sizes 250mm to 300mm, the valve is manufactured from aluminum and incorporates a zinc aluminum control ring
- 50mm and 80mm valves are fitted with thumbscrew locking
- All other sizes have nylon triggers and 316 stainless steel fasteners
Application
- With use of polyurethane coated nylon liner to protect fish in transit and during discharge
- As a double flanged outlet valve for intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)
- An outlet valve for dust collection hoppers
- Also for the control of (not shut off) airflow in ventilation ducting
Options
- Thumbscrew locking on all trigger operated iris valves – 100mm diameter and above
- All valve bodies can be either produced half notched or fully notched
- We can offer Flurene 177 or other coatings for valves being used in corrosive environments
- Provided an anti-static diaphragm is used
- Can be certified for ATEX zone 21D and 22D
Benefits
- Low cost
- Light in weight
- No leakage into atmosphere
- Perfect for lighter duty materials
- Slim design
- Can be used with a wide range of diaphragms
Features
- Offers a double diaphragm for in-line applications, preventing material leakage to the atmosphere
- This Series BD Iris Valve is suitable for lighter duty materials (550-600 kg/m³)
- Available as standard with thumbscrew locking for 50mm & 80mm bore dimensions, giving infinite flow control
- Trigger locking mechanism offered on other sizes
- End users can choose from a large range of diaphragms to suit their specific application
- Bore sizes are available from 50mm to 300mm
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