IOM - STV 6D Rev.1
IOM - STV 6D Rev.1
BALL VALVE
Series E1 / E2
INSTALLATION
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
General This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance information for
Instructions StarVal® E1 series and E2 series ball valves. The procedures as indicated in
this manual must be carefully followed in order to ensure satisfactory
performance of these valves.
These instructions are intended for use by personnel who are responsible for
installation, operation or maintenance of E1 series and E2 series ball valves.
Refer to the identification plate attached to the valve, and also to the product
bulletin for information regarding materials of construction and product limitations.
Due to the variety of services on which this product can be employed, it is the end
user’s responsibility to ensure the compatibility of the media with the materials of
construction of the products for each specific application (i.e. corrosion and
erosion which may affect the integrity of the pressure-containing envelope).
Safety Message Safety messages in these instructions and on the label(s) on the valve are flagged
with one of the words : Caution, Warning or Danger. These message must be
carefully read and followed to avoid personnel injury and/or equipment damage.
After installation, if a safety label on the valve becomes difficult to see or read, or
if a label has been removed, please contact StarVal® for replacement label(s).
If the processes or environments that the products are used in are likely to cause
temperatures(high or low) that may cause injury to personnel if touched, then
adequate insulation/protection must be installed on the valves.
If the equipment is to be used on flammable gas duty, ensure that the operational
parameters as indicated on the product identification plate cannot be exceeded.
Never use a valve on a duty which exceeds its prescribed operating parameters.
Refer to StarVal’s technical papers for further information.
The valves should be protected by pressure relief devices in order to prevent the
possibility of over-pressurization.
The valves must be installed in a manner that does not add excessive piping
stress to the valve.
Environmental Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties. That is why we
instructions have introduced an environment management system with the goal of
continuously improving company environmental protection. The environment
management system is certified according to ISO 14001.
Inspection The valves have been packaged to provide ample protection during shipment.
However, if the valves are mishandled in transit, the valves could be damaged.
Upon arrival at its final destination, the valves should be carefully inspected for
damage.
If damage exists, a damage claim should be filed immediately with the carrier.
Storage Units should be stored in a clean, cool and dry location, and should be protected
from dirt, paper stock, dust, and other contaminants. If outdoor storage is
necessary, the unit should be wrapped in plastic and stored high enough so that it
will not be immersed in water or buried in snow.
Carbon steel valves are coated in a de-watering oil.
2/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
Replacement Recommended spare parts are listed on the materials of construction. These parts
Parts should be stocked to minimize downtime. If four or more valves are in use, it is
advisable to stock one complete valve as a spare.
Replacement parts may be ordered from the local StarVal® sales representative,
or directly from StarVal®, as listed on the back cover.
STARVAL Service Contact a StarVal® sales representative or visit our website at www.starval.net for
more information.
WARNING
3/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
PARTS REFERENCE
Figure a
Typical Trunnion Ball Valve ( E1 Model)
4/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
PARTS REFERENCE
Figure b
Typical Trunnion Ball Valve ( E2 Model)
5/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
Fig 1. Avoid this mounting position Fig 2. Ways of supporting a ball valve
1.1.7 Automated valve products should only be installed by trained and qualified personnel who have
knowledge of how specific pneumatic products are to be piped and electrically connected.
Install automatic valve products only in systems which contain adequate safeguards to prevent
injury or damage in the event of product failure.
Insure that the system has provisions for turning air and electrical power off and for exhausting
all air trapped within the system.
1.1.8 Automated valve products are designed primarily to be operated with air or other inert gases.
For use with other media, contact our sales division.
When solenoid piloted valves are used for vacuum service, an external pilot supply must be used.
1.1.9 Before installing any pneumatic product, air lines must be blown clean to remove all contamination.
Clean air line filters after purging is completed.
6/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
1.1.10 Handling
Correct
Wrong
1.2 OPERATION
Unless otherwise stated the valve closes by rotating 90˚ in the clockwise direction
The maximum (human) operator force required to seat or unseat the valve at the maximum specified
differential pressure of service condition shall not exceed 360N(80 pounds)at the rim of the hand-wheel
or lever.
7/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
CAUTION
Ball Valves must be only used in the fully open or closed position to
prevent damage to soft seats.
Use for any form of flow control is not recommended for valves with
soft seats.
WARNING
Depressurize the line and valve as follows: Open the valve and drain
the line. Close and open the valve to relieve any residual pressure that
may be in the valve prior to removing the valve from service. Leave the
valve in the open position. After removal and prior to any disassembly,
drain any remaining media by placing the valve in a vertical position
and carefully closing and opening the valve several times.
8/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
9/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
CAUTION
5. ASSEMBLY
FOR VALVE ASSEMBLY FOLLOW THE DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION IN THE REVERSE MANNER.
NUTS(P# 101C) MUST BE TIGHTENED TO THE TORQUES STATED IN THE TABLE1.1 OR 1.2.
CAUTION
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 GENERAL
The following checks which should be part of routine maintenance will help extend life further and reduce
plant problems :
6.1.1 After every 2500 cycles or 3 months, check for any sign of leakage (See sections 2.2, 2.3, 2.4) and
that all fasteners (including the gland screw) and joints are tightened to their correct torque value.
6.1.2 The valve should not be left standing without operation for more than 1 month. After a period of
inactivity, the valve should be operated through three full cycles.
6.1.3 After this period the valve should be operated through three full cycles.
6.2 IN-LINE LEAKAGE
In the event that the valve is leaking through the line, check that the valve is fully closed. If leakage still
occurs, then it will be necessary to disassemble the valve to examine it for possible damage to the body,
ball or seat sealing surface.
6.3 STEM LEAKAGE
Remove the handle assembly, or the actuator, followed by re-tightening of the gland screw to the proper
torque.
6.4 BODY/CONNECTOR JOINT LEAKAGE
Check that the body bolting is tightened to the recommended torque values and tighten if necessary.
If leakage still occurs it will be necessary to remove the valve body from line to replace the body seal and
to establish whether the seal faces of the body and connector have been damaged. If not, it is possible
that the piping gaskets needs to be replaced.
6.5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENACE
6.5.1 In order to avoid failure during operation, all valves in a process plant should be periodically
inspected thoroughly for wear on the ball, seats, seals, or body. If wear is discovered,
StarVal recommends replacing seats, seals, gaskets, and packing with genuine StarVal parts.
Check the electrical continuity of the valve and pipeline.
6.5.2 The type of process, fluids involved, working conditions, and location of the valve in the process
plant, will determine the frequency of the inspection/maintenance.
6.5.3 Preventive maintenance is essential as the failure due to lack of maintenance may cause an
emergency shutdown of the plant.
6.5.4 Before removing the valve from the pipe, it is important to mark the relative position of the valve
flange with respect to pipeline flange and the flow direction of the valve.
6.5.5 Once a valve is repaired, it should undergo a complete set of tests to make sure that the valve is
adequate for the original working conditions. Hydrostatic/pneumatic shell/seat tests should be
carried out as per the specifications relevant to the valve.
Note: Clean the valve carefully of all media. Inform StarVal of any dangerous media involved
when sending the product to StarVal for servicing.
6.5.6 No special tools are required.
6.5.7 Worm gear boxes are supplied with grease. Normally the grease is suitable for -20°C (-4°F) to
80°C (176°F.) For other applications, consult the Factory/Branch office.
6.5.8. Grease as necessary.
6.5.8.1 Grease should be changed if operated frequently, after approximately three years.
6.5.8.2. If operated rarely, after approximately five years.
6.5.8.3. The primary reducing spur gear unit attached to main worm gearbox should be re-greased at
least annually.
Note: Disassembly of the gear box should be done only by experienced, trained operators and
as directed by StarVal.
11/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
7. LUBRICATION
7.1 Lubricate with high quality grease all the metallic surfaces that are in contact during the ball movement.
Use MOLY guard PASTA.35 or equivalent.
7.2 Lubricate with high quality grease on the “O” rings.
Use OKS 111 MoS2 spray or equivalent.
7.3 Do not lubricate the “DU” bearing(P# 102A, P# 104A) because they are self-lubricating.
12/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
10.1 For the single piston trunnion mounted ball valve, the upstream seat must always be activated if the valve
is in the closed position. The downstream seat has a self relieving function in the event of overpressure in
the body cavity.
10.2 TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE TEST PROCESSURE
10.2.1 Open the ball half (Turn handle to angle 45˚).
10.2.2 Allow the cavity pressure PB to be equal to that of upstream pressure PL
10.2.3 Turn the valve to the closed position so that the cavity retains full line pressure
10.2.4 Vent the pressure in the cavity by opening the vent plug (Item 180 or 181)
10.2.5 Perform a leak test on the valve using the vent connection of the body
11. RECOMMENDED TORQUE TABLE FOR NUTS AND SCREWS ON TRUNNION BALL VALVES
Table 1.1 – Recommended flange bolt torque (API Grease)
L7, L43, B16, B7 or Gr660 material L7, L43, B16, B7 or Gr660 material
Make-up at 67% of Yield stress Make-up at 73% of Yield stress
Bolt tension Make up torque Bolt tension Make up torque
Bolt size lbf kN ft lbf Nm lbf kN ft lbf Nm
1/2 - 13 UNC (9,983) 44.17 (80) 108 (10,880) 48.38 (87) 118
5/8 - 11 UNC (15,900) 70.72 (155) 210 (17,320) 77.06 (169) 229
3/4 - 10 UNC (23,530) 104.66 (270) 366 (25,630) 114.04 (294) 398
7/8 - 9 UNC (32,480) 144.49 (430) 582 (35,395) 157.43 (467) 634
1 – 8 UN (42,615) 189.56 (639) 866 (46,430) 206.53 (696) 944
1 1/8 – 8 UN (55,610) 247.36 (924) 1,252 (60,590) 269.51 (1,006) 1,365
1 ¼ - 8 UN (70,330) 312.84 (1,283) 1,739 (76,630) 340.86 (1,398) 1,895
1 3/8 – 8 UN (86,777) 386.00 (1,724) 2,337 (94,548) 420.57 (1,878) 2,547
1 ½ - 8 UN (104,950) 466.84 (2,256) 3,059 (114,349) 508.65 (2,458) 3,332
1 5/8 – 8 UN (124,852) 555.37 (2,887) 3,914 (136,032) 605.11 (3,145) 4,264
1 ¾ - 8 UN (146,480) 651.57 (3,625) 4,915 (159,560) 709.93 (3,950) 5,355
1 7/8 – 8 UN (169,833) 755.46 (4,480) 6,074 (185,044) 823.11 (4,880) 6,618
2 – 8 UN (194,914) 867.02 (5,460) 7,401 (212,370) 944.66 (5,947) 8,063
2 ¼ - 8 UN (250,256) 1,113.19 (7,823) 10,607 (272,665) 1,212.88 (8,524) 11,557
2 ½ - 8 UN (312,504) 1,390.09 (10,787) 14,625 (340,490) 1,514.57 (11,753) 15,935
2 5/8 – 8 UN 1) (313,245) 1,393.38 (11,322) 15,351 (341,297) 1,518.16 (12,337) 16,725
1)
2 ¾ - 8 UN (345,310) 1,536.02 (13,043) 17,684 (376,234) 1,673.57 (14,211) 19,268
1)
Calculated based on reduced yield strength of 655 ㎫ (95,000 psi)
NOTE Metric equivalents for bolt tension and make up torque are listed for convenience, even though inch-size bolts are recommended
For use with this part of ISO 13628.
The criteria of bolt torque value is 67 % of Yield stress but allowed by 73% of yield stress.
13/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
14/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
Valves from 2” through 4” have 2-pieces body. 6” through 12” are in 3-pieces body design.
This design is standard in sizes 2” through 12” for all pressure class and available in
sizes over 12”.
15/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
MATERIALS†
SOUR SERVICE
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION STANDARD LOW TEMP. CORROSIVE REMARKS
NACE MR0175/
℉
up to -50℉ SERVICE
ISO 15156
101B STUD BOLT A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
101C HEAVY HEX NUT A194 Gr. 2H A194 Gr. 2HM A194 Gr. 7M A194 Gr. 8M
130A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M
140A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
140C HEX NUT A194 Gr. 2H A194 Gr. 2HM A194 Gr. L7M A194 Gr. 8M
150A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
151A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
Note
1)
Inserted seat material – Viton(O-ring), Nylon, PEEK, Devlon, othersQ
2)
All valves are certified to API 6FA
3)
Available on request.
4)
For project specific valve details, refer valve drawings.
16/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
17/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
MATERIALS
101B STUD BOLT A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
101C HEAVY HEX NUT A194 Gr. 2H A194 Gr. 2HM A194 Gr. 7M A194 Gr. 8M
130A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
150A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
151A SCREW A193 Gr. B7 A193 Gr. B7M A320 Gr. L7M A193 Gr. B8M Cl.2
Note
1)
Inserted seat material – Viton(O-ring), Nylon, PEEK, Devlon, othersQ
2)
All valves are certified to API 6FA.
3)
Available on request.
4)
For project specific valve details, refer valve drawings.
18/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
TROUBLESHOOTING
19/20
API 6D TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVE
TROUBLESHOOTING