Model F & FF Bolted Body Trunnion Mounted API 6D Ball Valve (ANSI #150 - #2500 & 2" - 24")
Description
GWC model F & FF API 6D ball valves are used in pipelines, pumping and compression stations, offshore, onshore, subsea and cryogenic as well as abrasive and high temp applications.
The extensive size range and pressure class are available in a variety of materials including carbon, alloy & stainless steel suitable for general to severe service conditions.
Features
- 2-3 PIECE BODY
- FULL AND REDUCED BORE
- TRUNNION MOUNTED
- DOUBLE BLOCK AND BLEED
- SINGLE OR DOUBLE PISTON EFFECT DESIGN
- ANTI-BLOW OUT STEM
- ANTI-STATIC DEVICE
- FIRESAFE TO API-607 / 6FA / ISO 10497
- SPRING LOADED SEATS
- SEALANT INJECTION ON REQUEST
- NACE MR-01-75
Configure
Specifications
Applications
Applications
- Pipelines
- Pumping and compression stations
- Offshore
- Onshore
- Subsea
- Cryogenic
- Abrasive and high temp applications.
Why Choose the GWC Model F & FF
Why Choose the GWC Model F & FF
Value Elements
- In Stock and Ready to Ship
- GWC valves are stocked and ready to ship, helping reduce lead times on critical valve requirements. This makes them a strong fit for projects where availability, scheduling, and quick replacement matter.
- Proven API 6D Pipeline Valve Design
- The Model F & FF is designed for demanding pipeline and station applications, with API 6D construction and a trunnion-mounted design built for reliable isolation in natural gas transmission, distribution, and process applications.
- Wide Size and Pressure Class Range
- Available from 2" to 24" and ANSI Class 150 to 2500, this valve family can cover a broad range of station and pipeline requirements with one trusted product platform.
- Highly Configurable for Application Needs
- With full or reduced bore options, 2-piece or 3-piece body configurations, multiple body materials, and single or double piston effect seat designs, the GWC bolted body valve can be configured to suit a wide range of service conditions.
- Multiple Seat and Material Options
- Available in carbon, alloy, and stainless steel materials, the valve can be specified for general service, sour service, low-temperature applications, cryogenic service, abrasive service, and high-temperature applications.
- Built-In Safety and Reliability Features
- Standard features such as double block and bleed, spring-loaded seats, anti-blowout stem, anti-static device, fire-safe design, and NACE compliance help support safe, dependable performance in critical gas infrastructure.
- Flexible Actuation Options
- The trunnion-mounted design is well suited to manual, pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic actuation, making it a practical choice for both standard isolation service and automated station control.
Comparison vs. Next Best Alternative
- Stock Availability vs. Long Lead Times
- Many comparable API 6D trunnion valves are project-built or subject to longer manufacturing lead times. GWC’s stocked availability gives customers a faster path to delivery, replacement, and project completion.
- Widely Used, Approved, and Proven
- GWC bolted body valves are widely used across Canada and approved by many transmission and distribution companies, giving utilities and contractors confidence in a product that is already familiar in the market.
- Highly Customizable Without Moving to a Specialty Valve
- Instead of jumping to a custom-engineered valve for every application, the GWC Model F & FF offers a broad range of configurations, seats, materials, trims, and actuation options within a proven API 6D platform.
- Strong Fit for Low-Temperature Canadian Applications
- With low-temperature material and seat options available, the GWC bolted body valve is well suited for Canadian gas infrastructure where cold-weather performance is a key consideration.
- Reliable Isolation for Critical Stations
- Compared with lighter-duty floating ball valves, the trunnion-mounted design is better suited for larger sizes, higher pressures, and critical isolation points where lower operating torque, seat reliability, and actuation compatibility matter.
Where Do I Use This Product and Why?
- Transmission and Distribution Systems
- Use the GWC bolted body trunnion valve in natural gas transmission and distribution systems where a proven API 6D isolation valve is required.
- Small to Large City Gate Stations
- This valve is a strong fit for city gate stations where reliable shutoff, double block and bleed capability, and compatibility with actuation are important for safe operation and maintenance.
- Large District Stations
- For district stations with higher flow rates or higher pressure requirements, the trunnion-mounted design provides the strength, stability, and operating reliability needed for critical isolation service.
- Large Customer Receipt Points
- Use this valve at large customer receipt points where dependable isolation, pressure class flexibility, and utility-approved equipment are important.
- Pipelines, Pumping, and Compression Stations
- The Model F & FF is designed for pipeline, pumping, and compression station applications where full-port or reduced-port options, fire-safe construction, and API 6D compliance are required.
- Low-Temperature and Severe-Service Applications
- With configurable materials and seat options, the valve can be applied in low-temperature, cryogenic, abrasive, high-temperature, sour, or other demanding service conditions.