Is the Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 compliant with PED 2014/68/EU for industrial use?

Yes. Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 is compliant with PED 2014/68/EU for industrial use. The product description explicitly states it "meets the requirements of the PED directive 2014/68/EU." Ensure final conformity by verifying applicable article/category based on fluid group, pressure Ã volume (or DN and PS), and obtaining required conformity assessment (module) documentation/certificate from the manufacturer or notified body if the specific installation falls under a conformity assessment obligation.

Can Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 be used with aggressive chemicals given its PTFE and FKM+NBR seals?

Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 can be used with aggressive chemicals only conditionally. Materials: nickel-plated brass body and chrome-plated brass ball offer limited corrosion resistance compared with stainless steel or special alloys. Seals (PTFE ball sealing and FKM+NBR stem sealing) are generally chemically resistant-PTFE tolerates most aggressive media; FKM resists many oils and acids but not all, and NBR is vulnerable to strong ketones, aromatics and some solvents. Operating range â20Â°C to +150Â°C and PED compliance are adequate, but chemical compatibility depends on the specific chemical, concentration and temperature. Recommendation: check chemical resistance charts for brass, PTFE, FKM and NBR for your exact media and conditions; for highly corrosive or oxidizing substances prefer valves in stainless steel or compatible alloys.

Can Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 be installed in high-temperature industrial systems above 100Â°C?

Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354 can technically be installed in high-temperature industrial systems up to its declared maximum operating temperature of +150Â°C. Important points to consider before installation: - Maximum temperature limit: The specified operating range is -20Â°C to +150Â°C; therefore temperatures above 100Â°C are within the permissible range, but must not exceed 150Â°C. - Seals and materials: Ball sealing is PTFE and stem sealing are FKM + NBR. PTFE performs well at elevated temperatures (commonly up to ~200Â°C), FKM (Viton) is typically suitable up to ~150â200Â°C depending on grade, but NBR has a lower heat resistance (commonly up to ~100Â°C). Presence of NBR means exposure above ~100Â°C can accelerate seal degradation and shorten service life. - Body/lever/ball materials: Nickel-plated brass body and chrome-plated brass ball are generally usable at these temperatures; aluminum lever is acceptable for manual operation but check for any softening or mechanical limits in specific high-heat environments. - Pressure vs temperature: The working pressure decreases with increasing temperature; verify the allowable pressure at your intended operating temperature per the manufacturerâs pressureâtemperature chart. - Media compatibility: Ensure chemical compatibility of all materials (brass, PTFE, FKM, NBR) with the specific media at elevated temperature. - Certification and safety: The valve meets PED 2014/68/EU, but confirm any additional site or process requirements for high-temperature service. Recommendation: If operating temperature will be continuously above ~100Â°C, consult the manufacturer to confirm suitability (especially regarding the NBR stem seal) or consider a variant with high-temperature-compatible elastomers (e.g., full FKM, EPDM alternatives, or metal-packed stem) to ensure longevity and safety.

Ball valve with aluminum butterfly with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4354

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Material	B – brass (bronze)

Universal ball valve type 4354 intended for industrial installations. It can be used for air, gases, water, chemicals, petrochemical products, etc., considering the chemical resistance of the valve material and sealing. It meets the requirements of the PED directive 2014/68/EU. The working pressure depends on the operating temperature. Body material: nickel-plated brass. Ball material: chrome-plated brass. Lever material: aluminum. Ball sealing: PTFE. Stem sealing: FKM + NBR. Connection: BSP parallel/GSP tapered. Operating temperature: from -20°C to +150°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]
RV-4354-10	Ball valve type 4354 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 3/8", brass, aluminum butterfly lever	-	64
RV-4354-13	Ball valve type 4354 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1/2", brass, aluminum butterfly lever	-	64
RV-4354-19	Ball valve type 4354 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 3/4", brass, aluminum butterfly lever	-	40
RV-4354-25	Ball valve type 4354 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1", brass, aluminum butterfly lever	-	40

Universal ball valve type 4354 intended for industrial installations. It can be used for air, gases, water, chemicals, petrochemical products, etc., considering the chemical resistance of the valve material and sealing. It meets the requirements of the PED directive 2014/68/EU. The working pressure depends on the operating temperature. Body material: nickel-plated brass. Ball material: chrome-plated brass. Lever material: aluminum. Ball sealing: PTFE. Stem sealing: FKM + NBR. Connection: BSP parallel/GSP tapered. Operating temperature: from -20°C to +150°C.