What Is a Regulating Valve?
A regulating valve is a valve designed to automatically adjust the conditions of a fluid, such as flow rate or pressure, to predefined values.
In the self-operated category, the valve operates without the need for external power, relying on the fluid itself. For example, a pressure regulating valve adjusts its opening based on the pressure difference in the fluid. On the other hand, force-operated valves use an actuator powered externally. An electromagnetic valve, for instance, adjusts its opening using the magnetic force of an electromagnetic coil.
These valves find applications in various facilities, including factories, plants, and buildings, serving purposes such as pressure regulation in equipment and piping, temperature regulation in boilers and refrigerators, flow control in fuel supply systems and chemical plants, and level control in tanks and liquid containers. Automatic regulating valves play a crucial role in streamlining processes and enhancing safety in industrial settings.