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1.6.2 Kv-value calculation
This calculation method can be used to determine the K
v
-value of the main orifice of a control valve.
Determine desired ∆p across valve.
∆p must be at least 20% of supply pressure, or in closed loop systems, of total pressure difference in loop. If
∆p is 20-50% of supply pressure, use formula:
undercritical
If ∆P is 50-100% of supply pressure, use formula:
overcritical
Units:
Flow :
in
(gasflow)
Supply pressure :
in bara
Downstream press. :
in bara
Pressure difference :
= (
) in bar
Temperature : T in Kelvin
Density :
The orifice diameter can be determined by: d= 7.6
[mm]
1.6.3 Maximum pressure drop
For (pilot) solenoid operated control valves with small orifices the maximum allowable pressure drop for
gases is according to the table.
v
Normally closed
∆p max. [bard]
Normally opened
∆p max. [bard]
0,07
0,10
0,14
0,20
0,30
0,37
0,50
0,70
1,00
1,30
1,50
1,70
8,48 x 10
-5
1,73 x 10
-4
3,39 x 10
-4
6,93 x 10
-4
1,56 x 10
-3
2,37 x 10
-3
4,33 x 10
-3
8,48 x 10
-3
1,73 x 10
-2
2,93 x 10
-2
3,90 x 10
-2
5,00 x 10
-2
-2
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
24
12
8
6
5
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
15
8
5
n.a.
n.a.
For pilot operated valves the maximum pressure drop is limited to 20 bard. If the the pressure drop during
start-up is higher, it is preferred to install a bypass valve. During start-up this valve should be opened. Also
the minimum pressure drop is limited. For exact figures consult factory or proceed according to the technical
data and/or additional instructions given by the sales office or department.
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