Valves - Aignep
Valves start, stop, throttle and protect the flow in your piping system. Centro stocks ball, butterfly, gate, globe, check, control and specialty valves for water, steam, air, chemicals and slurries, in both manual...
We offer a reliable selection of ball valves or flow control valves designed for smooth operation and long-lasting performance in a wide range of applications. These quarter-turn valves provide tight shutoff capabilities, making them ideal for use in fluid systems requiring low torque and minimal leakage.
Ball Valves are available in a variety of materials including brass, stainless steel, and PVC, our solutions support industrial needs. Whether you're managing water, oil, gas, or chemical flow, our valve options ensure durability and precise control.
With configurations ranging from full port to reduced port and options for 1-piece, 2-piece, and 3-piece designs, we provide flexibility for everything from general plumbing to high-pressure industrial systems.
Explore our complete range of ball valves to find the right fit for your application or contact our experts for personalized guidance.
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We provide a broad range of high-performance butterfly valves engineered to meet the demands of various industrial applications. Available in multiple sizes, materials, and configurations, our valves are designed for efficient flow control, long-term durability, and ease of installation and maintenance.
Whether you're working within space-constrained systems, need reliable isolation in critical applications, or require robust solutions for corrosive or high-pressure environments, we have the right valve for your specifications.
Our Butterfly Valve Offerings Include:
- Wafer Butterfly Valves – Slim, lightweight design ideal for low-pressure applications and compact piping layouts.
- Lug Butterfly Valves – Designed for easy installation and line maintenance, suitable for dead-end service.
- Double-Offset Butterfly Valves – Precision sealing and reduced wear, perfect for high-temperature and moderate-to-high pressure systems.
- Triple-Offset Butterfly Valves – Metal-seated for maximum durability and zero leakage, ideal for critical and corrosive applications.
- Resilient Seated Butterfly Valves – Excellent corrosion resistance, making them ideal for water treatment, chemical processing, and general utility use.
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Solenoid valves provide fast, reliable on/off control of water, air, gas, oil, steam and chemicals using an electrical signal. They automate filling, dispensing, cooling, cleaning and safety shutoff in countless machines and systems.
Solenoid Valve Types
- 2-way valves – simple open/close flow control
- 3-way and 4-way valves – divert flow or operate actuators
- Direct-acting valves – work from zero pressure
- Pilot-operated valves – larger flows at line pressure
- Specialty valves – steam, fuel gas, cryogenic and proportional
Choosing a Solenoid Valve
Confirm the media, pressure range (including minimum pressure differential), temperature, port size and Cv. Choose body and seal materials compatible with the fluid, and select a coil voltage and enclosure rating for the location. Normally closed or normally open depends on the fail-safe state you need.
Centro carries solenoid valves for water, air, steam, gas and process applications.
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- Use a ball valve for simple on/off shutoff, a control valve when you need to regulate flow rate or pressure, and a check valve to prevent backflow. The choice comes down to whether you need to stop flow, control it, or protect against reverse flow.
- Cv is the flow coefficient — how much water a valve passes at a given pressure drop. Full port means the valve opening matches the pipe diameter for unrestricted flow; regular port is slightly smaller. End connections describe how the valve connects to pipe (NPT threads, flanges, etc.). Body material determines compatibility with your media and environment — brass, stainless, and PVC are the most common.
- Start with your required Cv based on flow rate and pressure drop. Then confirm the valve's pressure and temperature ratings exceed your system's maximums. Undersizing causes excessive pressure drop; oversizing reduces control precision. Always size for your actual operating conditions, not system maximums.
- Fail-open means the valve opens if power or signal is lost; fail-closed means it closes — critical for safety applications. NPT is a threaded connection best for smaller pipes and lower pressures. Flanged connections bolt between pipe flanges and are preferred for larger pipes, high pressure, or applications requiring frequent removal.
- Ball valves use a rotating ball for fast quarter-turn shutoff and are ideal for frequent operation. Gate valves use a rising gate for full open/close and are better for infrequent operation where minimal flow restriction matters. Ball valves are generally more reliable, longer lasting, and easier to operate.
- Because no single valve works well in every application. Pressure, temperature, media type, flow control needs, pipe size, and safety requirements all vary dramatically across industries. Each valve type is engineered to solve a specific set of those problems efficiently.
- Ball valves offer tighter shutoff and are better for smaller lines or where zero leakage matters. Butterfly valves are lighter, more compact, and more cost-effective for larger diameter pipes. For high-volume water flow in large lines, butterfly valves are typically the practical choice.
- Look for stainless steel or carbon steel body construction, graphite or metal seat materials, and valves rated for your specific pressure-temperature combination. Globe valves and ball valves with metal seats are commonly used in high-temp applications. Always verify the valve's published P-T rating before specifying.
- Match the valve type to your application (shutoff, control, or check). Verify body material compatibility with your media. Confirm pressure and temperature ratings exceed operating conditions. Consider end connection type, actuation method, and maintenance requirements. When in doubt, over-specify on pressure rating rather than under.