Valve Types
Valve category
Explore industrial valve types for isolation, throttling and non-return service. Compare ball, butterfly, gate, globe, check, control and lined valves by media, pressure, temperature, material and actuation method.
Compare industrial valve types including ball, butterfly, gate, globe, check and control valves. Find materials, actuation options and application guidance.

Manual liquid nitrogen low-temperature American standard flange ball valve

Worm gear low temperature LF2 American standard flange ball valve

Horizontal lifting spring check valve

Horizontal swing check valve

ISO flange connected high vacuum butterfly valve

WCB carbon steel three-way directional ball valve with platform bracket
Valve type selection comparison
Use this table for initial comparison only. Final selection must be checked against the medium, pressure, temperature, leakage class, piping standard and actuation requirements.
| Type | Primary function | Typical strength | Selection caution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball valve | Isolation | Low flow resistance; quarter-turn operation | Check seat compatibility, temperature and cavity pressure |
| Butterfly valve | Isolation/control | Compact at medium and large sizes | Check differential pressure, seat design and torque |
| Gate valve | Full-open/full-close | Low resistance when fully open | Not normally used for continuous throttling |
| Globe valve | Throttling/isolation | Stable flow regulation | Allow for a higher pressure drop |