Ball Valve for Oil & Gas
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Request a Spec Review →Yes. LibertyCES has documented Ball Valve in Oil & Gas applications, including AVCO 1100 Series. The right model depends on the fluid, concentration, temperature, flow and duty cycle, so send James your process data for a free spec review before final selection.
Notes from the vendor documentation
Oil and gas explicitly named sector.
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Real Specifications
| Spec | Value | Source document |
|---|---|---|
| AVCO 1100 Series pressure | Up to ANSI Class 600, 2000 WOG (3000 WOG optional) | AVCO Valve — Ball Valve Families |
| AVCO 1100 Series fire-safe rating | Fire-safe trim via seat encapsulation, meets API 607 | AVCO Valve — Ball Valve Families |
| AVCO 1100 Series construction | Investment cast, precision machined; floating full-port ball encapsulated in metal retainer rings; live-loaded stem with blow-out prevention | AVCO Valve — Ball Valve Families |
API 607 fire-safe rating on the 1100 Series isn't a checkbox for an oil & gas quote — it's the difference between a valve that holds a seal through a process-area fire event long enough for shutdown, and one that doesn't.
Every claim on this page traces to real, vendor-published documentation on file with LibertyCES. Confirm current specifications with the manufacturer before final specification.
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FAQ
How is Ball Valve used in Oil & Gas?
Oil and gas explicitly named sector.
Which Ball Valve models are specified for Oil & Gas?
Documented models include AVCO 1100 Series. Confirm current specifications with the manufacturer before final selection.
What does LibertyCES need to size Ball Valve for a Oil & Gas application?
The fluid and its concentration, operating temperature, flow or volume, pressure and suction conditions, duty cycle, and the existing equipment it replaces or connects to. James reviews it for free.
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Reviewed by James Riggins, 30+ years specifying water and chemical process equipment · Updated