A turbine butterfly valve is a gear operated butterfly valve for large water and process lines.
The geared operator gives smooth control. Confirm the size, drilling and seat material.
What is a turbine butterfly valve?
A butterfly valve controls flow with a disc that turns on a shaft in the middle of the pipe. A quarter turn takes it from closed to fully open.
Butterfly valves are short and light, so they suit large pipes. Wafer types clamp between flanges, lug types bolt to them, and tri-clamp types suit hygienic food lines. Larger valves use a worm gear so they are easy to turn.
Further reading
- Butterfly valves explained (Wikipedia)
- Valve types and functions (Wikipedia)
- Pipe flanges (Wikipedia)
Key terms explained
- Wafer body
- A thin valve body clamped between two pipe flanges.
- Worm gear operator
- A geared handwheel that makes large valves easy to turn.
- Tri-clamp
- A hygienic clamp connection used in food and dairy plants.
- PN rating
- Pressure Nominal: the pressure class in bar at reference temperature, such as PN16.
- Class 150 and 800
- American pressure classes. Class 800 is common for small forged steel valves.
- End connection
- How the valve joins the pipe: threaded, flanged, wafer, socket weld or clamp.
Features and benefits
- Compact and light.
- Quarter-turn operation.
- Lever or gear operation.
- Rubber or PTFE seats.
- Suits large pipes at low cost.
Technical specifications
| Product | Turbine butterfly valve |
|---|---|
| Operation | Gear (turbine) operator |
| Sizes | Confirm with quote |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
Sizes, grades and ratings depend on stock and model. Tell us what you need, and we will confirm before you order.
Applications of a turbine butterfly valve
- Water mains. Isolates large mains.
- Pump stations. Isolates pumps.
- HVAC chilled water. Isolates chillers and coils.
- Cooling towers. Isolates tower circuits.
- Fire mains. Isolates fire water where listed valves are used.
- Irrigation. Controls large irrigation mains.
- Water treatment. Controls filters and tanks.
- Food and dairy. Tri-clamp valves on hygienic lines.
- Breweries. Controls product and CIP lines.
- Swimming pools. Isolates filters and pumps.
- Power plants. Isolates cooling water.
- Industrial plants. Isolates utility lines.
How to choose and install
- Choose lever for small sizes and gear for large sizes.
- Match the seat material to the fluid and temperature.
- Check flange drilling for wafer and lug types.
- Make sure the disc clears the pipe and gaskets when opening.
Why choose Sparks Plumbing Experts
- Valves, flanges and gaskets togetherComplete a pipeline joint with matching valves, flanges, gaskets and bolts.
- Pressure-rated optionsMany items come in PN16, class 150 or class 300 ratings, so you can match the line.
- Stainless and carbon steelChoose stainless for corrosion resistance or carbon steel where it suits the service.
- Plant maintenance sparesKeep critical spares on hand for planned shutdowns and breakdowns.
- Visit or collect in NairobiOur store is at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, in the Industrial Area, so you can see parts before you buy or collect your order.
- Quotes your wayAsk for prices by phone, WhatsApp, email or the online quote form, whichever suits you on site.
- Over 1,600 products in one placeOur catalogue covers 55 categories, so one supplier can handle most of your parts list.
- Help choosing the right partSend a nameplate photo, a drawing or the old part, and we help you match size and specification.
- Single items or project quantitiesWe price a single replacement part just as readily as a full site order.
- Supply across East AfricaWe serve customers across Kenya, and we also supply buyers in Uganda and Tanzania.
Related products and accessories
Browse more: Valves · Flanges · Gaskets · Industrial Piping Systems.
Ordering from Sparks Plumbing Experts
We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. You can collect from our store at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Nairobi, or ask us about delivery to your site. Send your quantities and specifications, and we will reply with prices and availability.
Request a Quote WhatsApp 0726 086 895
Frequently asked questions
What does turbine mean here?
It refers to the gear (turbine) operator that turns the disc.
What details do you need to quote butterfly valves?
Tell us the size, end connection, pressure rating, body material and the fluid and temperature. A photo of the old part, a nameplate or a drawing also helps. Then call or WhatsApp 0726 086 895, or use the quote form on this page.
Do you deliver butterfly valves outside Nairobi?
Yes. We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. Delivery or courier arrangements are agreed when you confirm the order.
How much does a butterfly valve cost in Kenya?
The price depends on the type, size, material, pressure rating and quantity. Therefore, send your list with a quote request and we will reply with current figures.
What does PN16 mean on a valve?
It means a nominal pressure rating of 16 bar at reference temperature. At higher temperatures the allowed pressure is lower, so check the rating table.
Flanged or threaded: which do I need?
Threaded ends suit small sizes, usually up to 2 inch. Flanged ends suit larger sizes and make removal easier.
Can a butterfly valve throttle?
Yes, roughly, between about 30 and 80 percent open.
Do wafer valves need gaskets?
Many have rubber seats that act as gaskets. Check the maker guidance.
Which seat suits hot water?
EPDM for hot water, within its limits.
People also search for
wafer vs lug butterfly valve
A wafer clamps between flanges. A lug bolts to each flange and can hold one side open.
butterfly vs gate valve
A butterfly valve is lighter and quicker. A gate valve gives a clear bore.
gear operated butterfly valve
A worm gear makes large valves easy to turn.
Butterfly valves price in Kenya
Prices change with size, model and quantity. Request a quote from Sparks Plumbing Experts for current figures.
gate valve vs ball valve
A ball valve shuts with a quarter turn. A gate valve takes several turns but gives a full, straight bore.
globe valve vs gate valve
A globe valve throttles flow well. A gate valve is for full open or full close.
PN16 meaning
PN16 means a nominal pressure rating of 16 bar at reference temperature.
flanged vs threaded valve
Threaded valves suit small sizes. Flanged valves suit larger sizes and easy removal.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.