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What is the main function of a gate valve?
What is the main function of a gate valve?
- Control the flow of water
- Prevent backflow
- Throttle water pressure
- Completely close or completely open the water line (correct)
Where is a globe valve best suited to be used?
Where is a globe valve best suited to be used?
- Isolating a certain section of the network
- 90-degree turn in a line
- Lower end of pumps
- Main supply and pump lines (correct)
What is the main purpose of a check valve?
What is the main purpose of a check valve?
- Prevent reversal of flow in the line (correct)
- Throttle water flow
- Shut down the water line
- Control water pressure
How does an angle valve operate?
How does an angle valve operate?
What is the primary location for a foot valve?
What is the primary location for a foot valve?
Which type of valve has a movable spindle to control water flow?
Which type of valve has a movable spindle to control water flow?
What type of valve is a 'Retention Valve' safety valve?
What type of valve is a 'Retention Valve' safety valve?
How does a Compression Cock faucet operate?
How does a Compression Cock faucet operate?
What is the main cause of 'Water Hammer' in water distribution systems?
What is the main cause of 'Water Hammer' in water distribution systems?
What does 'Back Siphonage' refer to in plumbing?
What does 'Back Siphonage' refer to in plumbing?
What contributes to 'Friction Head Loss' in water distribution systems?
What contributes to 'Friction Head Loss' in water distribution systems?
What leads to pipe expansion and contraction in water distribution systems?
What leads to pipe expansion and contraction in water distribution systems?
Study Notes
Valves and Their Functions
- Gate Valve: Primarily used to start or stop the flow of liquids. It has a linear motion system that allows full flow or complete shut-off.
- Globe Valve: Best suited for applications requiring precise flow control. It is effective in regulating flow due to its design, which allows for significant throttling.
Specific Valve Types and Operations
- Check Valve: Functions to prevent backflow in piping systems, ensuring that flow only travels in one direction.
- Angle Valve: Operates by allowing fluid to change direction, typically used in applications where space is limited and easy access to the fluid flow is necessary.
- Foot Valve: Located at the bottom of a suction line, its primary role is to maintain prime in a pump by preventing backflow of fluid when the pump is off.
Valve Mechanisms
- Movable Spindle Valve: This valve, often a type of globe valve or compression cock, utilizes a spindle to adjust flow control by manipulating the seat on which it rests.
- Retention Valve: A safety device that prevents backflow and is generally classified as a non-return valve; it ensures system safety by maintaining desired pressure levels.
- Compression Cock Faucet: Operates through a compression mechanism, where turning the handle compresses a washer against a valve seat to control water flow.
Issues in Water Distribution
- Water Hammer: Caused by sudden changes in flow velocity, usually due to rapid closing of valves, resulting in pressure surges and potential damage to piping.
- Back Siphonage: Refers to the reversal of flow in a plumbing system, often due to a drop in pressure, which can lead to contamination of the water supply.
- Friction Head Loss: Occurs due to friction between water and pipe walls, contributing to pressure loss as water flows through the system.
- Pipe Expansion and Contraction: Results from temperature variations affecting pipes, which can lead to stresses, leaks, or other plumbing system failures.
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Description
Learn about the function, rules regarding location, and types of valves used in water systems. Topics include controlling the water system, regulating pressure, backflow prevention, and different types of valves like Gate Valves.
