AQUATROL
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about AQUATROL from 3G Electric.
What is the difference between the ASME Section VIII and non-code AQUATROL pressure relief valves?
ASME Section VIII valves are designed, manufactured, and tested to the requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, which covers pressure vessels. They carry a capacity certification and are typically required for code-stamped vessels and boilers. Non-code AQUATROL valves are built to the same general bronze construction but are not ASME Section VIII certified, so they are used where the installation is not governed by that code section or where a code stamp is not required. The selection depends on the jurisdiction, the vessel classification, and the insurance or inspection requirements for the specific installation.
What connection sizes and pressure ratings are available in the AQUATROL steam pressure relief valve line?
The AQUATROL ASME Section VIII steam pressure relief valves supplied by 3G Electric include inlet sizes from 1/2 in to 2 in MNPT, with matching FNPT outlets. Examples include 1/2 in x 3/4 in, 3/4 in x 1 in, 1 in x 1 1/4 in, 1 1/2 in x 1 1/2 in, and 2 in x 2 in configurations. The maximum operating pressure for the listed models is 364 psi. Actual set pressure is determined by the spring selection and is stamped on the valve. Buyers should confirm the required set pressure and capacity against the specific part number before ordering.
What body material is used in AQUATROL pressure relief valves, and what services are they suitable for?
The AQUATROL pressure relief valves in the 3G Electric catalog have bronze bodies. Bronze is commonly used for steam, air, gas, and non-corrosive liquid service within the pressure and temperature limits of the valve. It is not intended for highly corrosive media or for services where the process fluid would attack copper-based alloys. For each application, confirm that the wetted materials are compatible with the fluid, and verify the temperature and pressure limits against the valve's published ratings.
How do I select the correct AQUATROL safety relief valve for a steam boiler or pressure vessel?
Selection requires the set pressure, the required relieving capacity, the inlet and outlet connection sizes, and the applicable code. For ASME Section VIII vessels, the valve must be code-stamped and rated for the required capacity at the set pressure. The AQUATROL 740 series part numbers encode the connection size and spring range; for example, the 740DF1M2J1-30 is a 3/4 in x 1 in bronze valve with a 364 psi maximum operating pressure. 3G Electric can quote against a specific MPN or against the operating conditions if the MPN is not known.
Does 3G Electric supply AQUATROL pressure relief valves outside of Singapore?
Yes. 3G Electric ships AQUATROL pressure relief valves globally. The catalog includes 480 SKUs, and orders can be consolidated for export. Buyers outside Singapore should provide the destination country and port so that logistics and documentation can be quoted. The same manufacturer part numbers are used worldwide, so a valve specified for a project in one region can be sourced for another.
What information is needed to quote an AQUATROL pressure relief valve?
To quote an AQUATROL valve, provide the manufacturer part number if known, or the following: inlet and outlet size and type (MNPT x FNPT), set pressure, required capacity, fluid or gas, operating temperature, and whether ASME Section VIII certification is required. If the valve is for a code-stamped vessel, include the vessel's design pressure and the required relieving capacity. 3G Electric will match these to the available AQUATROL SKUs and provide a quotation with the specific part number and specifications.
