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VZBE

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document provides comprehensive technical specifications and ordering information for Festo's VZBE ball valves, designed for industrial applications. These valves are available in 2-way and 3-way configurations with options for pipe thread and weld-on end connections, suitable for use with vapour, compressed air, inert gases, water, and neutral fluids.

Key Features:

Material: Constructed from stainless steel for high corrosion resistance and durability.
Design: Available in 2-way and 3-way configurations with hand lever actuation options.
Connection Standards: Compliant with ASME B1.20.1 for pipe threads and ASME B16.11 for weld-on ends.
Pressure and Temperature: Nominal pressure of 63 PN and operational temperature range from -20°C to +200°C.

Technical Specifications:

Nominal Width (DN): Ranges from 8 to 100 mm.
Flow Rate (Kv): Varies from 1.2 to 1637 m³/h depending on valve size.
Sealing Principle: Soft sealing for reliable operation.
Actuation: Mechanical actuation with hand lever options available.
Mounting: In-line installation with any mounting position.

Materials:

Housing: Stainless steel casting 1.4408.
Ball and Shaft: High-alloy stainless steel 1.4401.
Seat Seal: PTFE, with modifications for three-part designs.

Ordering Information: Detailed ordering data is provided, including part numbers and weights for various valve configurations, with Festo acting as the retailer.

Accessories: Hand levers made from high-alloy stainless steel are available, featuring RoHS compliance and lockability.

Standards and Certifications:

Compliance: CE marking in accordance with the EU Pressure Equipment Directive.
Standards: ASME B16.11 for weld-on ends, ASME B1.20.1 for pipe threads, and ISO 5211 for flange hole patterns.
Certification: CRN certified.
Corrosion Resistance: Class CRC 4 for extreme conditions.

Procedures:

Ordering Data: Includes part numbers, types, and weights for each product variant.
Installation: Mounting kits and adapters are available for various connection types.

Recommendations:

Use appropriate mounting kits and adapters for secure installation and optimal performance.
Consider environmental conditions and corrosion resistance requirements when selecting products.

Key Data from Tables:

Flow rate factors (Kv) are provided for different valve openings and sizes.
Product weights and part numbers are listed for easy reference during ordering.

Contact Information: Festo provides contact details for customer service centers in Canada, Mexico, and the USA, including phone numbers and email addresses for support.

Catalog excerpts

Ball valves VZBE

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Ball valves VZBE Key features and product range overview Design Stainless steel Process valve connection 2-way, with pipe thread to ASME B1.20.1 VZBE 1/4 NPT 3/8 NPT 1/2 NPT 3/4 NPT 1 NPT 1 1/4 NPT 1 1/2 NPT 2 NPT 2 1/2 NPT 3 NPT 4 NPT 2-way, 2-part, with hand lever and pipe thread to ASME B1.20.1 VZBE 1/4 NPT 3/8 NPT 1/2 NPT 3/4 NPT 1 NPT 1 1/4 NPT 1 1/2 NPT 2 NPT 2 1/2 NPT 3 NPT 2-way, 3-part, with hand lever and pipe thread to ASME B1.20.1 VZBE 1/4 NPT 3/8 NPT 1/2 NPT 3/4 NPT 1 NPT 1 1/4 NPT 1 1/2 NPT 2 NPT 2 1/2 NPT 3 NPT 4 NPT 2-way, with weld-on end to ASME B16.11 VZBE – 2-way, with hand...

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Ball valves VZBE Key features and product range overview Design

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Ball valves VZBE

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with pipe thread Function • 2-way ball valve made from stainless steel • Process valve pipe thread connection to ASME B1.20.1 -O- Connecting thread 1/4 NPT ... 4 NPT ~M~ Flow rate 19 ... 1637 m3/h 1) Corrosion resistance class CRC 4 to Festo standard FN 940070 Particularly high corrosion stress. Outdoor exposure under extreme corrosive conditions. Parts exposed to aggressive media, e.g. in the chemical or food industries. Such applications may need to be safeguarded by means of special testing (d also FN 940082), using appropriate media. 2) Additional information is available...

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with pipe thread Data sheet Materials Material number Housing Ball Shaft Seat seal Seals Note on materials Stainless steel casting Stainless-steel casting High-alloy stainless steel High-alloy stainless steel PTFE FPM PTFE RoHS-compliant Contains paint-wetting impairment substances Permissible operating pressure p as a function of the temperature of the medium t 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 -20 Saturated water vapour PTFE d Internet: www.festo.com/catalogue/...

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with pipe thread Download CAD data a www.festo.com Type

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with pipe thread Festo core product range q Generally ready for shipping ex works in 24 hours W Generally ready for shipping ex works in 5 days Ordering data 1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer.

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with pipe thread AccessoriesHand lever VAOH High-alloy stainless steel Free of copper and PTFE RoHS-compliant Contains paint-wetting impairment substances Lockable Dimensions and ordering data Download CAD data a www.festo.com 1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer. 2) Corrosion resistance class CRC 3 to Festo standard FN 940070 High corrosion stress. Outdoor exposure under moderate corrosive conditions. Externally visible parts with primarily functional surface requirements which are in direct contact with a normal industrial environment.

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with hand lever and pipe thread 1 N- Connecting thread 1/4 NPT ... 4 NPT Flow rate 19 ... 995 m3/h • 2-way ball valve made from stainless steel • Process valve pipe thread connection to ASME B1.20.1 • With hand lever General technical data Process valve connection 1/4 NPT 3/8 NPT 1/2 NPT 3/4 NPT 1 NPT 1 1/4 NPT 1 1/2 NPT 2 NPT 2 1/2 NPT 3 NPT 4 NPT 1) Other flow media on request 2) Corrosion resistance class CRC 3 to Festo standard FN 940070 High corrosion stress. Outdoor exposure under moderate corrosive conditions. Externally visible parts with primarily functional...

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with hand lever and pipe thread Data sheet Materials Material number Housing Ball 1/4 NPT ... 2 NPT 2 1/2 NPT ... 4 NPT Shaft Seat seal Two-part Three-part Seals Note on materials Stainless steel casting Stainless-steel casting High-alloy stainless steel High-alloy stainless steel PTFE PTFE, modified PTFE RoHS-compliant Contains paint-wetting impairment substances Permissible operating pressure p as a function of the temperature of the medium t 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 -20 Saturated water vapour PTFE d Internet: www.festo.com/catalogue/

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1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer.

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with hand lever and pipe thread 1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer.

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with weld-on end 1 N- Nominal width DN 8 ... 100 ~M~ Flow rate 19 ... 1637 m3/h 2-way ball valve Process valve, weld-on end connection to ASME B16.11 General technical data Nominal width DN

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with weld-on end Dimensions Download CAD data a www.festo.com

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with weld-on end 1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer.

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with hand lever and weld-on end 1 N- Nominal width DN 8 ... 100 ~M~ Flow rate 19 ... 1637 m3/h 2-way ball valve Process valve, weld-on end connection to ASME B16.11 With hand lever General technical data Nominal width DN

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Ball valves VZBE, 2-way, with hand lever and weld-on end 1) Festo is only a retailer of this product, not the manufacturer.

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• Process valve pipe thread connection to ASME B1.20.1 -O- Connecting thread 1/4 NPT ... 2 NPT ~M~ Flow rate 4 ... 85 m3/h 1) Corrosion resistance class CRC 4 to Festo standard FN 940070 Particularly high corrosion stress. Outdoor exposure under extreme corrosive conditions. Parts exposed to aggressive media, e.g. in the chemical or food industries. Such applications may need to be safeguarded by means of special testing (d also FN 940082), using appropriate media. 2) Additional information is available at www.festo.com/sp a Certificates.

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Ball valves VZBE, 3-way, with pipe thread Data sheet Materials Material number Housing Ball Shaft Seat seal Seals Note on materials Stainless steel casting Stainless steel casting High-alloy stainless steel PTFE PTFE RoHS-compliant Contains paint-wetting impairment substances Permissible operating pressure p as a function of the temperature of the medium t 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 -20 Saturated water vapour PTFE d Internet: www.festo.com/catalogue/...

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