Syntron® Iris Valve
Series FV
Syntron® Iris Valves are a cost effective alternative to Butterfly Valves and Slide Gates. They are designed to permit free flow of materials without damaging your product.
Reliable, adjustable control and shutoff of powders and granular product from bins, hoppers and chutes.
Rotate the handle through a 180 degree arc to fully open/close the valve. Various diaphragm materials are available to suit your specific application.
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Standard Features
- Single diaphragm
- Twist lock handle permits locking in unlimited positions
Standard Construction
- Aluminum housing
- Bronze rotating control ring
- Aluminum handle
- Steel spiralox clamp rings
- Stainless Steel retaining rings
- 4 oz nylon diaphragm
- Also available in all Stainless Steel construction to meet special application requirements
- Optional wear sleeves for handling abrasive fine or dusty product
Operation
FV Series Control valves operated by rotating the control handle through a 180 degree arc to vary the size of the orifice from closed to fully open.
To lock the valve in a desired position, turn control handle clockwise to tighten.
Technical Specs
Dimensions
* 1.5 (38.1) for Stainless Steel ** Diaphragm in full open position. All dimensions are approximate and subject to change
Weights
* 1.5 (38.1) for Stainless Steel ** Diaphragm in full open position. All dimensions are approximate and subject to change
Diaphragm
* 1.5 (38.1) for Stainless Steel ** Diaphragm in full open position. All dimensions are approximate and subject to change
• For use where slight leakage can be tolerated
■ Best where fine dusty materials are involved
★ Consideration should also be given to wear sleeve
✓ Indicates acceptable
✓✓ Indicates best choice of diaphragm
Syntron® Valves can be close against a material head load of 2-5 psi (.01 to .03 Mpa) depending upon valve size and material characteristics.
SFV and DFV Iris Flow Control Valves should not be used in applications exceeding 82°C (180°F)
