Description
Features
- Compact and Simple Design
- High Accuracy
- Fail Open Plug and Seat Regulator
- Balanced Type
- Top Entry
- Easy Maintenance
- Built-in Accessories
- Biomethane Compatible and 20% Hydrogen Blending Compatible - Higher Blending Available on Request
Specifications
Specifications
Brand
Hydrogen Compatibility %
Hydrogen Compatible up to 100%
Hydrogen Compatible up to 30%
Hydrogen Compatible up to 20% Body
- Ductile iron GS 400-18 ISO 1083
Cover
- Die cast aluminum
Seat
- Brass
Diaphragm
- Nitrile rubber
Sealing Ring
- Nitrile
Approvals
- ANSI B109.4
- CSA 6.18
Accuracy Class AC
- Up to 10
Nominal Sizes DN
- 3/4"
- 1" 1/2
Lock-up Pressure Class SG
- Up to 20
Design Pressure
- Up to 8.6 bar
Design Temperature
- From -20° to +60° C
Connections
- 1" 1/4
- 1" 1/2
- 2" according to ANSi B1.20.1
- 2" S.125FF according to ANSI B15.5
Minimum Differential Pressure
- 0.12 bar
Range of Downstream Pressure Wd
- From 0.017 to 0.82 bar
Inlet Pressure Range bpu
- From 0.13 to 5 bar
Why Choose The Cirval Lever-operated Gas Pressure Regulator
Why Choose The Cirval Lever-operated Gas Pressure Regulator
Value Elements
Reliable Gas Pressure Regulation: Lever-operated, diaphragm-controlled design maintains stable downstream pressure despite changes in inlet pressure and gas demand, supporting consistent natural gas delivery.
Accurate Pressure Control: Balanced valve design provides dependable pressure regulation, with an accuracy class of up to AC 10 for medium and low-pressure natural gas distribution applications.
Simplified Maintenance: Compact construction and top-entry design provide easier access to internal components, helping reduce maintenance complexity and equipment downtime.
Integrated Safety Options: Available with slam-shut valves, independent monitoring devices (IMD) and integral full monitors (IFM) to support additional overpressure protection.
Flexible Installation Options: Multiple connection sizes and configurations allow integration into natural gas distribution systems, district regulator stations and commercial gas installations.
Hydrogen and RNG Compatibility: Compatible with biomethane and natural gas blends containing up to 20% hydrogen, supporting Canadian utilities incorporating alternative gases into their networks.
Canadian Industry Standards: Designed according to ANSI B109.4 and CSA 6.18 requirements, supporting applications within Canadian natural gas distribution infrastructure.
Comparison vs. Next Best Alternative
Compared to Conventional Direct-Operated Regulators: Balanced valve construction helps maintain consistent downstream pressure when inlet pressure and flow demand fluctuate.
Simplified Regulator Maintenance: Top-entry access provides easier servicing of internal components compared to regulator designs requiring more extensive disassembly.
Greater Safety Flexibility: Optional slam-shut and monitoring devices provide additional pressure protection configurations compared to basic regulators without integrated safety accessories.
Reduced Installation Complexity: Compact design and available built-in accessories help simplify integration into natural gas pressure regulation systems.
Future-Ready Gas Compatibility: Biomethane and hydrogen blending compatibility provides greater flexibility for utilities adapting to evolving natural gas distribution requirements.
Where Do I Use This Product and Why?
Natural Gas Distribution Networks: Provides reliable medium and low-pressure regulation to maintain consistent downstream gas pressure in utility distribution systems.
Gas Distribution Regulator Stations: Supports pressure reduction and control at natural gas distribution stations serving residential, commercial and industrial customers.
Commercial Natural Gas Applications: Maintains stable gas pressure for commercial facilities requiring reliable natural gas supply.
Industrial Gas Pressure Regulation: Provides controlled downstream pressure for compatible industrial natural gas equipment and processes.
Natural Gas Pressure Reduction Stations: Helps manage pressure fluctuations and maintain consistent gas delivery as natural gas moves through distribution infrastructure.
Gas Distribution Infrastructure Upgrades: Offers Canadian utilities a compact, serviceable pressure regulator for replacing or upgrading existing gas pressure control equipment.
Renewable Natural Gas Applications: Supports compatible RNG and hydrogen-blended natural gas networks as Canadian utilities diversify their gas supply.