Is the Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350 suitable for use with aggressive chemicals given its nickel-plated brass body and PTFE seals?

Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350 may be suitable for some aggressive chemicals but not all . suitability depends on the specific chemicals, concentrations and temperatures. Why: the valve has a nickel-plated brass body and chrome-plated brass ball, which offer limited corrosion resistance compared with stainless steel or exotic alloys; these brass components can be attacked by strong acids, ammonia, chlorides, and some organic solvents. The ball sealing is PTFE (good chemical resistance across a wide range), but stem sealing uses FKM (Viton) + NBR (nitrile) . FKM resists many fuels, oils and many chemicals but not all (poor with certain ketones, strong bases, and some amines); NBR has limited resistance to oils, fuels and some solvents and is not suitable for strong oxidizers or certain aggressive chemicals. Operating range is -20Â°C to +150Â°C and working pressure varies with temperature; PED compliance is noted. Recommendation: verify chemical compatibility for each specific fluid, concentration and temperature. For aggressive or highly corrosive media consider valves with stainless steel, duplex, Hastelloy bodies and compatible elastomers (or full PTFE-lined designs). If you provide the exact chemical(s), concentration and operating temperature/pressure, a definitive compatibility assessment can be given.

Can the Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350 be used for steam services at 150Â°C and specified pressures?

Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350: technically the valveâs stated operating temperature range is up to +150Â°C, so it can reach the temperature required for steam at 150Â°C. However suitability for steam service also depends on pressure at that temperature and compatibility of materials/seals with live steam. Body/ball are brass (nickel- and chrome-plated) and seals are PTFE (ball) with FKM + NBR stem seals; NBR degrades with high-temperature steam and may not be steam-compatible at 150Â°C. Additionally working pressure falls with increasing temperature-manufacturer data/pressureâtemperature chart must be checked to confirm allowable pressure at 150Â°C. Conclusion: do not assume safe use for steam at 150Â°C without manufacturer confirmation or selection of steam-rated materials/seals; request pressureâtemperature ratings and seal compatibility from the manufacturer.

Does the Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350 comply with PED 2014/68/EU for pressurized installations?

Yes. Ball valve with aluminum lever with GW BSP/GZ BSPT, type 4350 complies with the PED Directive 2014/68/EU for pressurized installations. The product description explicitly states it "meets the requirements of the PED Directive 2014/68/EU." Ensure, for your specific installation, that the valve is used within its specified operating temperature range (-20Â°C to +150Â°C) and corresponding working pressure limits, and that material compatibility (nickelâplated brass body, chromeâplated brass ball, PTFE seals, FKM + NBR stem sealing) is suitable for the intended fluid and service conditions.

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Material	B – brass (bronze)

Universal ball valve type 4350 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/G BSPT. Operating temperature: from -20°C to +150°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
RV-4350-010	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 3/8", brass, aluminum lever	-	64	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-013	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1/2", brass, aluminum lever	-	64	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-019	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 3/4", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-025	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-032	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1.1/4", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-038	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 1.1/2", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-050	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 2", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-065	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 2.1/2", brass, aluminum lever	-	40	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-075	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 3", brass, aluminum lever	-	32	In stock	Enquiry
RV-4350-100	Ball valve type 4350 GW BSP/GZ BSPT 4", brass, aluminum lever	-	25	In stock	Enquiry

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Universal ball valve type 4350 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/G BSPT. Operating temperature: from -20°C to +150°C.