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Multi-Port Ball Valves 3-Way, 4-Way, and 5-Way

Multi-port ball valves come in 3-way, 4-way, or 5-way configurations. They use full-bore balls, which means you can switch high flow rates between different pipelines.

Multi-port ball valves come in 3-way, 4-way, or 5-way configurations. They use full-bore balls, which means you can switch high flow rates between different pipelines. The 4-way and 5-way multi-port valves are true multi-port valves, with seals on each port. This makes multi-port valves perfect for flow switching applications. In some cases, you can replace up to four conventional 2-way valves with a single 4-way or 5-way ball valve, which saves on piping and fittings.

Material Table For Multi-Port Ball Valves

No.PartsMaterial
1BodyCF8, CF8M, WCB
2SeatPTFE
3BallCF8, CF8M
4O-RingFPM
5GasketPTFE
6BonnetCF8, CF8M, WCB
7Bolt304
8Nut304
9Stem304, 316
10Stem WasherPTFE+25% GF
11O-RingFPM
12PackingPTFE
13Wear WasherPTFE+25% GF
14Gland304
15Disc Spring304
16Gland FlangeCF8
17Stopper304
18Hex Socket Bolt304
19Nut304
20HandleWCB/CF8
21Bolt304
22Nut304
Note: Acceptable to select other special alloy steel.

Select the Right Material For O-Ring and Seat

ball valve o ring and seat material selection
ball valve o ring and seat material selection
MaterialOperating Temperature
PTFE-20°C to 120°C
DEVOLON125°C
PEEK250°C
MOLON105°C
PPL220°C
CPTFE200°C
POB/CPOB220°C
RPTFE-150°C to 180°C
PTFE 3M 1700-193°C to 180°C
PCTFE-196°C to 125°C

Ball Valve Stem Design

different stem design for ball valves
different stem design for ball valve
Different Design For Multi-Port Ball Valve
1- Anti-static fireproof stem with O-ring
2- Stem with threads, can add handle
3- Stem with disc spring and O-ring
4- General stem, cost-effective

Different Ball Port Design

ball port selection
ball port selection

What are The Different Types of Multi-Port Ball Valves

Multi-port valves come in three configurations: 3-way, 4-way, and 5-way. Each type has different port options and flow paths, which makes them suitable for different applications. Let’s take a close look at each type of ball valve.

3-Way Ball Valve

pneumatic 3 way ball valve tri clamp thinktank
pneumatic 3 way ball valve tri clamp thinktank
pnuematic vertical 3 way ball valve threaded thinktank
pnuematic vertical 3 way ball valve threaded thinktank

A 3-way ball valve has three ports for fluid or gas flow. It has a metal ball with internal passages that align with the ports to direct the flow. The ball rotates inside the valve body, allowing the media to move from one port to another, controlling the flow direction. You can operate this mechanism manually or automatically to control the media flow within different industrial systems.

Three-way ball valves are perfect for applications where you have multiple media sources or you need to divert media in two directions. Depending on the configuration, the three ports can be one outlet with two inlets or one inlet with two outlets.

You can operate three-way ball valves manually or automate them with electric or pneumatic actuators. They come in two bore varieties: “L” and “T” ports. You can use these valves to:

  • Shut off flow
  • Switch flow between sources
  • Combine flows
  • Alternate flow destinations
  • Divert flow to different destinations
  • Split flow between two destinations

3-Way Ball Valve Specification

  • Size: DN8 to DN100 (1/4″ to 4″)
  • Pressure Range: PN16 to PN64
  • Suitable Temperature: -20 to +180℃
  • Avaliable Option: Pneumatic Actuator, Electric Actuator, Manual Operation
  • Connection Type: Flanged, Welding, Threaded, Tri-Clamp
  • Suitable Medium: Water, Oil, Gas, or Other Flow

3-Way Ball Valve Data Sheet

3-Way Ball Valve Threaded Ends
3 way ball valve threaded
3 way ball valve threaded
DNInchDHH1H2hLL1
DN81/4″837107/1231401071115/110
DN103/8″1037107/1231401071115/110
DN151/2″1237107/1231401071115/110
DN203/4″1539123/1371441080110/155
DN251″1848146/1631531086155/175
DN321-1/4″255618316112108190
DN401-1/2″3268203173/19614129215
DN502″387420920214142215
DN652-1/2″4996239/25724818170275/278
DN803″53103264/29827318215278/310
DN1004″8011833328822291310/400
L2CC1C2ISO-5211
A Series
ISO-5211
B Series
S
15535.523.5/30110F04F059
15535.523.5/30110F04F059
15535.523.5/30110F04F059
1614030/41.5115F04F0511
1614341.5/47115F04F0511
1615453115F04F0511
161/1976457115/122F05F0714
161/1976457115/122F05F0714
2568558.5/64159F07F1017
256107.564/74159F07F1017
256145.574/77159F10F1217
3-Way Ball Valve Tri-Clamp
3 way ball valve tri clamp
3 way ball valve tri clamp
DNInchInterfaceDHH1H2hLL1
DN151/2″ Φ50.51237121/13515810100110/155
DN203/4″ Φ50.5153913716010100110
DN251″Φ50.51848146/16316910111155/175
DN321-1/4″ Φ50.5255618317710140190
DN401-1/2″ Φ50.5326820318914160215
DN502″Φ64387420919514180215
DN652-1/2″ Φ77.54996239/25724818278
DN803″ Φ9283103264/29827318310
L2CC1C2ISO-5211
A Series
ISO-5211
B Series
S
1665030/41.5108F04F059
1665041.5108F04F059
16655.541.5/47108F04F0511
1667053108F04F0511
1668057108F05F0714
1669057108F05F0714
21558.5/64143F07F1017
26064/74165F07F1017

3-Way Ball Valve Vertical Type

3 way ball valve vertical type
3 way ball valve vertical type
DNInterfaceDHH1H2hLL1L2
DN81/4″860130/1461781080115/110155
DN103/8″1060130/1461781080115/110155
DN151/2″1560130/1461781080115/110155
DN203/4″2060146/1581821090110/155161
DN251″2565158/1801871090155/175161
DN321-1/4″287017519212110190161
DN401-1/2″3275210197/20314130215161/197
DN502″388021520814145215161/197
CC1C2ISO-5211
A Series
ISO-5211
B Series
6023.5/30110F04F05
6023.5/30110F04F05
6023.5/30110F04F05
6030/41.5115F04F05
6041.5/47115F04F05
6553115F04F05
7057115/122F05F07
9057115/122F05F07

3-Way Ball Valve Operation

3 way ball valve operation
3 way ball valve operation

4-Way Ball Valve

pneumatic 4 way ball valve threaded npt thinktank
pneumatic 4 way ball valve threaded npt thinktank
pneumatic 4 way ball valve tri clamp thinktank
pneumatic 4 way ball valve tri clamp thinktank

4-Way Ball Valve Operation

4 way ball valve operation
4 way ball valve operation

5-Way Ball Valve

pneumatic 5 way ball valve npt thinktank
pneumatic 5 way ball valve npt thinktank
pneumatic 5 way ball valve tri clampthinktank
pneumatic 5 way ball valve tri clampthinktank

4-Way Ball Valve and 5-Way Ball Valve Dimensions

4 way 5 way ball valve dimensions
4 way 5 way ball valve dimensions
DNInterfaceDHH1H2hLL1L2
DN81/4″846131/1441041070110/15569
DN103/8″1046131/1441041070110/15569
DN151/2″1246131/1441041070110/15569
DN203/4″15481461301080115110
DN251″18751701371086175110
DN321-1/4″256519214710108190110/168
DN401-1/2″326820821814128215168
DN502″387821322314142215168
DN652-1/2″
DN803″
DN1004″
CC1C2ISO-5211
A Series 
ISO-5211
B Series 
S
30/41.53530F04F059
30/41.53530F04F059
30/41.53530F04F059
May-414045F04F059
474345F04F0511
535445/73F04F0511
576473F07F0714
577173F07F0714

5-Way Ball Valve Tri-Clamp Dimensions

5 way ball valve tri clamp dimensions
5 way ball valve tri clamp dimensions
SpecificationInterfaceDHH1H2hLL1L2
DN1550.51246131/1441041010015569
DN2050.5154814613010100155110
DN2550.5185517013710111175110
DN3250.5256519214710140190110/168
DN4050.5327320821814160190168
DN5064387821322314180215168
CC1C2ISO-5211
A Series 
ISO-5211
B Series 
S
5030/41.530F04F059
5041.545F04F059
55.54745F04F0511
705345/73F04F0511
805773F07F1014
905773F07F1014

5-Way Ball Valve Operation

5 way ball valve operation
5 way ball valve operation

3-Way, 4-Way, 5 Way Ball Valve Manufacturer | THINKTANK

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Multi-port ball valves are critical in many industries because they are versatile and efficient. With THINKTANK’s expertise in manufacturing these valves, you can count on getting a high-quality solution for your industrial application. If you have any questions or need more information, please reach out.

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