Zirconium Discharge Valve
WDL Zirconium Discharge Valve provides controlled draining from reactors, vessels and process tanks for acetic and formic acid processing and selected sulfuric acid systems. Connections, trim and operation are selected to the project conditions.
Description
Zirconium Discharge Valve
WDL Zirconium Discharge Valve provides controlled draining from reactors, vessels and process tanks for process systems that need resistance to many strong acids and corrosive chemical mixtures. Zirconium is used for severe acid duties where stainless steels and many nickel alloys cannot provide an acceptable corrosion rate.
Design Options
| Item | Available specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Zirconium 702, 705 or project-specified grade |
| Function | controlled draining from reactors, vessels and process tanks |
| Connections | Flanged or welded vessel and pipeline connections |
| Operation | Manual, pneumatic, electric or hydraulic actuator |
| Design basis | Project drawing, vessel interface and applicable pressure standard |
Typical Applications
- Acetic and formic acid processing
- Selected sulfuric acid systems
- Chemical reactors and transfer lines
- Reactor bottom discharge
- Tank draining and batch transfer
Selection Notes
Fluoride-containing media, hydrofluoric acid and some oxidizing halides require special review because they can attack zirconium.
Confirm the mounting orientation, dead-space limit, crystallization tendency, solids size and vessel nozzle dimensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why select Zirconium for this discharge valve?
Zirconium is used for severe acid duties where stainless steels and many nickel alloys cannot provide an acceptable corrosion rate. Final suitability depends on the complete process conditions and the selected valve trim.
What information is needed for selection?
Provide the size, pressure rating, medium composition, concentration, temperature, connection standard, operating method and required quantity.
Send the process datasheet to WDL for material review, dimensional confirmation and quotation.
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