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Full Bore Marine Ball Valve for Offshore Platform and Tanker Fuel Oil Transfer Lines

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Full port design ensures maximum flow with minimal pressure drop for efficient fuel transfer. Built with marine-grade materials (carbon/stainless steel) to withstand corrosive offshore environments. Complies with API 6D/ASME standards, offering pressure ratings up to Class 600. Features reliable sealing (PTFE/metal seats) and optional fire-safe design per API 607. Available with manual or automated actuation for flexible operation on platforms and tankers.
Negotiable MOQ: 1 Unit (Price negotiable depending on order volume and customization)
Key Specifications
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Application:
Other, Fuel Oil Transfer Lines
Valve Type:
Full Bore Ball Valve
Body Material:
Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel
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Port of Shipment:
China
Delivery Detail:
Delivery time depends on order quantity.
Application Other, Fuel Oil Transfer Lines
Valve Type Full Bore Ball Valve
Body Material Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel
Port Size DN15 to DN300 (1/2“ to 12“)
Pressure Rating Class 150 to Class 600
End Connection Flanged, Threaded, or Welded
Operation Type Manual Lever/Gear, Pneumatic, or Electric Actuator
Seat Material PTFE, Reinforced PTFE, Metal
Design Standard API 6D, ASME B16.34
Fire Safe Design Optional API 607/API 6FA certification

Shanghai Zhibang Valve Manufacture Co., Ltd., a professional valve manufacturer established in 2016, proudly presents our high-performance Full Bore Marine Ball Valve. Engineered specifically for the demanding environments of offshore platforms and tanker fuel oil transfer lines, this valve is built to ensure maximum flow efficiency and unwavering reliability. With an annual export value of US$1-1.5 million and ISO9001 certified quality management, we deliver robust solutions trusted by clients across North America, Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond.

Our Full Bore design minimizes pressure drop across the valve, allowing for pigging operations and ensuring efficient, high-volume fuel transfer critical for offshore and marine applications. It is constructed to withstand corrosive seawater, high pressures, and the constant motion of marine vessels, providing a secure shut-off solution for your most critical fuel handling systems.

Core Product Features & Technical Advantages:

  • Full Port (Full Bore) Design: The bore diameter matches the pipeline ID, ensuring minimal flow restriction, reduced pressure loss, and allowing for pipeline inspection gauge (pig) passage.
  • Robust Construction for Marine Service: Available in carbon steel with special coatings or stainless steel (316/316L) to resist corrosion from saltwater, fuel, and harsh offshore atmospheres.
  • High-Pressure Integrity: Designed per API 6D and ASME B16.34 standards, with pressure ratings from Class 150 to Class 600, suitable for various system pressures in fuel transfer lines.
  • Reliable Sealing Performance: Utilizes advanced seat materials like PTFE or metal seats for tight shut-off, even after prolonged periods of inactivity, preventing dangerous fuel leaks.
  • Versatile Actuation Options: Can be supplied with manual lever or gear operation, or automated with pneumatic/electric actuators for remote operation essential on large platforms and tankers.
  • Fire-Safe Option: Available with fire-safe design tested to API 607/6FA standards, providing an extra layer of safety in case of fire by maintaining sealing integrity.
  • Multiple End Connections: Standard flanged ends (ANSI, DIN, JIS), threaded (NPT, BSP), or butt-weld ends to seamlessly integrate into existing pipeline systems.

Detailed Technical Specifications:

Parameter Specification / Options
Size Range DN15 (1/2") to DN300 (12")
Pressure Class Class 150, 300, 600 (ANSI); PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40 (DIN)
Body Material WCB Carbon Steel, CF8/CF8M Stainless Steel, Duplex Steel
Ball & Stem Material Stainless Steel (304/316/316L), Chrome Plated Carbon Steel
Seat Material PTFE, Reinforced PTFE (RPTFE), PCTFE, Metal (Inconel)
Temperature Range -20°C to +200°C (PTFE seats); up to +550°C (Metal seats)
End Connection Flanged (RF, RTJ), Threaded (NPT, BSPT/BSPP), Butt Weld
Operation Manual (Lever, Gear), Pneumatic Actuator, Electric Actuator

Benefits for Your Operation:

  • Enhanced Flow Efficiency: Full bore design maximizes flow rate, reduces pumping energy costs, and speeds up fuel transfer operations.
  • Superior Safety & Leak Prevention: Robust construction and high-performance seals ensure zero leakage, protecting personnel, assets, and the marine environment.
  • Reduced Maintenance & Long Life: Corrosion-resistant materials and durable design minimize downtime and maintenance requirements, even in harsh offshore conditions.
  • Operational Flexibility: Availability of manual and automated actuation allows for integration into both local and centralized control systems.
  • Global Compliance: Manufactured to international standards (API, ASME), facilitating use in global offshore projects and with major marine operators.

Backed by our ISO9001 certification and a proven track record of exporting to major markets worldwide, including North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Shanghai Zhibang's Full Bore Marine Ball Valve represents a reliable and efficient choice for your critical fuel transfer applications. Our products are shipped from major Chinese ports like Shanghai and Guangzhou, ensuring timely delivery. Choose a valve solution built on manufacturing expertise and a commitment to quality that ensures the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of your offshore platform or tanker fuel systems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

  1. Q: Why is a "Full Bore" design important for fuel oil transfer lines?
    A: A full bore valve has a flow passage diameter equal to the connecting pipe's inner diameter. This minimizes pressure drop, allows for higher flow rates with less pump energy, and is essential for pipeline pigging operations used for cleaning or inspection.
  2. Q: What material is recommended for seawater exposure on offshore platforms?
    A: For optimal corrosion resistance in marine environments, we recommend stainless steel (AISI 316/316L) or duplex stainless steel valves. Carbon steel valves with suitable epoxy or phenolic coatings are also a cost-effective option.
  3. Q: Can this valve be automated for remote operation?
    A: Yes, absolutely. Our ball valves can be fitted with pneumatic (double-acting or spring-return) or electric actuators. This is crucial for valves located in hard-to-reach areas on platforms or for integration into centralized control rooms.
  4. Q: Is a fire-safe version available?
    A: Yes, we offer fire-safe design options. These valves are designed and tested (optional API 607/6FA certification) to maintain sealing integrity and prevent external leakage for a specified duration under fire conditions, a critical safety feature.
  5. Q: What standards do your marine ball valves comply with?
    A: Our valves are manufactured according to key industry standards such as API 6D (Pipeline Valves) and ASME B16.34 (Valve Pressure-Temperature Ratings). Specific certifications like fire-safe are available upon request.
  6. Q: What is the typical lead time for an order?
    A: Lead time depends on valve size, material, and specification complexity. For standard materials and sizes, typical production time is 4-6 weeks. We provide accurate timelines upon receipt of your detailed inquiry.
  7. Q: Do you provide technical support for valve selection and installation?
    A: Yes, our engineering team provides comprehensive support. We can assist with valve sizing, material selection based on your service media (fuel type, seawater), pressure calculations, and actuator selection.
  8. Q: What are the packaging and shipping terms?
    A: Valves are securely packaged in wooden cases to prevent damage during ocean freight. We ship worldwide from ports like Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong, and can work under standard Incoterms like FOB, CIF, or CFR as required.
Product Tags: Full Port Marine Ball Valve , Offshore Platform Fuel Valve , Tanker Fuel Transfer Ball Valve

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Year Established
2016
Annual Export Value
US$1 Million - US$1.5 Million
Product Certifications
ISO9001