The new Cam-Tite ball valves from ITT Engineered Valves excel in demanding and corrosive applications by offering features that address common valve problems. Their unique beveled edge ball design minimizes pressure on seats, reducing cold flow and extending seat life. The superior stem seal assembly ensures reliable performance with low operating torque. The in-line maintenance capability allows for reduced downtime and cost savings. Featuring advanced engineering and thoughtful design, Cam-Tite ball valves provide reliable and efficient performance for challenging environments.

The key feature of Cam-Tite ball valves is their unique beveled edge ball design. This design minimizes pressure on the seating areas, resulting in reduced cold flow and increased seat life. It also prevents problems related to “breakaway torque" when valves remain in the open position for extended periods. Furthermore, the beveled edge design ensures positive tight shut-off at both high and low pressures and prevents seat damage caused by the ball port cutting into the seat. This design also significantly reduces operating torque, making the valves easier to operate.

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Cam-Tite ball valves feature superior quality stem seal assembly. The low operating torque reduces lateral loads on the stem seals to deliver reliable performance. The stem is blow-out proof and special attention has been given to its surface finish. The upper and lower seals provide balanced loading of the stem seals, and the use of standard Belleville spring washers ensures constant live load on the stem seals. This feature guarantees a tight seal even under varying service conditions.

Another advantage of Cam-Tite ball valves is their in-line maintenance capability. This feature allows for easy maintenance, reducing downtime and lowering the overall cost of ownership. By facilitating quick and efficient maintenance procedures, these valves can also contribute to improved operational efficiency.

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