Syntron® Iris Valve
Series SFV/DFV
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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SFV Standard Features
- Single diaphragm
- Trigger type handle
DFV Standard Features
- Double diaphragm especially suited for fine, dusty materials and for leak proof operation
- Trigger type handle
Standard Construction
- Stainless Steel retaining rings
- 4 oz. nylon diaphragm
- Maximum tempature 82ºC (180ºF)
- Optional – Wear Sleeves for handling abrasive, fine or dusty product
Operation
SFV/DFV Iris Flow Control Valves operate by rotating the control handle through a 180-degree arc. The trigger-type handle locks in multiple precise orifice settings for rapid and frequent opening/closing.
All models (except SFV/DFV-12) include five orifice notch settings. The SFV/DFV-12 features 19 orifice notch settings.
Syntron® Iris Flow Valves Offer
- Initial low-cost investment
- Low maintenance
- Easy diaphragm replacement
- Minimum mounting area required
- Durable construction for many years of service
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)
