The unique design features of this quarter-turn shut off valve make it one of the most specified ball valves for industrial and chemical processing applications. Available in IPS sizes 1/2" through 4" with choice of socket, threaded or flanged end connectors, and 6" (venturied 4" valve) with choice of either socket or flanged end connectors. Also available in metric socket sizes 20 mm through 110 mm, and 1/2" through 4" BSP threads.
Current Pricing: Spears True-Union Ball Valve pricing and availability.
Heavy Bodied PVC or CPVC Construction
Spears® True Union Ball Valves never rust, scale, or pit, providing exceptional chemical and corrosion resistance.
Buttress Threaded Double Union Nuts
Strong Buttress type threads on union nuts and seal carriers allow higher pressure handling capability and quick in-line installation and servicing.
Safe-T-Blocked® Carrier
Stops flow in either direction, allowing safe removal of the downstream union nut for system service or modification.
PTFE Ball Seats
Spears® PTFE floating seat design reduces seat wear for extended valve life, smooth operation, and bubble-tight shut-off. 100% factory tested.
EPDM or FKM O-ring Options
Choice of high grade, abrasion resistant EPDM or FKM elastomer O-rings allows application specific selection for optimum chemical resistance.
High Impact Polypropylene Handle
Features double stop engagement and exhibits excellent resistance to most chemical environments.
Safe-T-Shear® Stem
Developed to help prevent line fluids from leaking out in the event of ball valve stem damage. Engineered for high strength, the stem incorporates a special shear point to control accidental breakage. Over torquing breaks occur above the stem O-ring leaving the seal intact until repair or replacement can be made.
Full Schedule 80 Bore
In full open position, full bore virtually eliminates pressure drop, providing optimum flow.
Full 235 psi Pressure Rating
Maximum Internal Pressure at 73°F for the most demanding applications of 1/2" - 2" valves, 150 psi for 2-1/2" - 6" and all flanged valves.
Suitable For Vacuum Service
Spears® True Union Ball Valves are tested at 26 in. Hg vacuum for one hour with less than 1 in. Hg loss.
NSF® Listed for Potable Water
All True Union Ball Valves are NSF® Certified for potable water use.
Fully Repairable
Convenient Seat & O-ring Replacement Kits, or Full Cartridge Replacement Kits for easy ordering, servicing and extended valve life.
Easy Field Actuation, or Custom Factory Actuation Available
Easily actuated in the field using optional mounting kits listed below. Spears® in-house actuation program can quickly fit mechanical actuation to specific application needs.
Optional Accessories
• Round Safety Handle • Stem Extension Kit • Multi-Mount Valve Mounting Brackets • Complete Multi-Mount Actuation Mounting Kit • Mini-Mount Actuation Mounting Kit • 2" Square/T-Style Operator Nut
