FM Ball Valves
FM Ball Valves are Female-Male threaded ball valves designed for controlling or isolating the flow of compatible fluids in piping systems. They feature a female threaded connection on one end and a male threaded connection on the other, allowing direct connection between components with different thread configurations. The quarter-turn ball mechanism provides quick and reliable shut-off.
Product Highlights
- Female × Male threaded connection configuration
- Quarter-turn operation for quick opening and closing
- Compact and practical design
- Provides reliable shut-off when correctly selected and installed
- Durable construction for long service life
- Available in different sizes and pressure ratings
- Suitable for water, air, and other compatible fluids
- Available with different thread standards according to application requirements
- Useful for connecting differently configured threaded components
Material
- Forged Brass
- Brass
- Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Other materials available according to application requirements
Applications
- Plumbing and water supply systems
- Compressed-air systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Irrigation systems
- Heating and cooling systems
- Industrial fluid lines
- Machinery and equipment connections
- General piping applications
- Gas applications only when the valve is specifically rated and approved for the intended gas service
