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float valve

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float valve [′flōt ‚valv]
(engineering)
A valve whose on-off action is controlled directly by the fall or rise of a float concurrent with the fall or rise of liquid level in a liquid-containing vessel.


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We also manufacture Baker(R) type Float Valves, Halliburton(R) type Plug Valves; Centrifugal Pumps interchangeable with Mission(R), Harrisburg(R), Halco(R) & National Oilwell and all kinds of fluid end parts such as Liners, Pistons, Piston rods, Valves & Seats for the Mud Pump.
Nowlin cites an example where he designed on his first try a flapper for a drill pipe float valve, which assures continuous control of fluid flow during drilling.
 
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