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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.
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    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

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    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

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    Summary

    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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