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CFValve™ Overview

With over a million units used worldwide, the Gate CFValve™ is universally applicable within any process that profits from a constant, calibrated flow of fluids - liquid or gas. The CFValve™ is designed to provide a constant rate of fluid flow at a preset pressure when coupled with a down-stream orifice. It is important to note that the CFValve™ will only open once the threshold operating pressure is reached; fluid rate remains constant regardless of variations in input pressure. Should the input pressure fall below the threshold pressure, the CFValve™ will immediately close and shut off fluid flow. The CFValve™ is factory set (non-adjustable), available in various standard operating pressures and flow rates in three body sizes... more information.

CFValve™ 1X-ST – The Original

Standard Threads:
11/16"; 3/8BSP; 18mm; 1/4NPT
Operating Pressures:
14.5psi/1bar; 21psi/1.5bar; 29psi/2bar; 43.5psi/3bar
Materials:
Delrin®(Body); Viton®(Diaphragm); Stainless Steel (Pin)
Flow Rates:
Ultra Low Volume to ½ GPM
Flow Rate Accuracy:
+/- 1.5%
NSF Approved

Customizable on Special Order

Threads; Operating Pressure; Materials; Increased Accuracy

CFValve™ 1X-30 – Agricultural

Standard Threads:
3/8BSP; 18mm; 1/4BSP
Operating Pressures:
14.5psi/1bar; 21psi/1.5bar; 29psi/2bar
Materials:
Delrin®(Body); Sarlink®(Diaphragm); Vectra(Pin)
Flow Rates:
½ Ounce to 1/2 Gallon Per Minute
Flow Rate Accuracy:
+/- 3.0%

Private Label Branding Available

Special order or Mix & Match threads available

CFValve™ 2X-3 – High Flow

Standard Threads:
Input: 3/4NPT (Female)
Output: 3/8NPT (Male)
Operating Pressures:
Low Pressure: Up to 40psi
High Pressure: Over 40psi
Materials: Delrin®(Body); Viton®(Diaphragm); Stainless Steel(Pin)
Flow Rates:
Up to 7 Gallons Per Minute
Flow Rate Accuracy:
+/- 1.5%
NSF Approved

Customizable on Special Order

Threads; Operating Pressures; Increased Accuracy



The CFValve™ was originally designed in the 1990s -at the request of DuPont- to improve the safety and accuracy of spray deposition for agricultural knapsack applications. Since then, Gate has expanded the CFValve™to many areas of flow control (from spraying to mixing and metering) across numerous industries including , but not limited to, Beverage, Agriculture, Lawn/Pest Control, Vector Control, Forestry/Right of Way, Car Wash as well as several other Custom Solutions. The CFValve™ enjoys universal appeal for any process that profits from the constant, calibrated flow of liquids, air or gases. Savings in labor and conservation of chemicals used, plus benefits to worker safety and environmental protection, are significant factors and make for successful applications.

CFValves™ Spec Sheets


CFValve™ Features

• The CFValve™ has a constant pressure at the nozzle, regardless of input variations

• Opens, operates and closes at selected operating pressure

• Consistent flow rate ±1.5% accuracy

• Repeatability: < 1% variation

• Conserves fluids by up to 24%

Minimal maintenance:
Self-cleaning & non-clogging

• Functions across a wide range of viscosity

• Designed to handle particulate matter of up to 60%

Durable

CFValve's™ body and passages are constructed from high grade Delrin® with throttle pins and springs made of stainless steel and a VITON® rubber diaphragm. Tests conducted in Imperial College, U.K. show no wear or damage inspite of over 1700 hours of continual use. The body is tamper proof. Each unit is individually inspected and pressure tested before shipping.