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Tank-Mount Pressure-Regulating Valves for Air and Inert Gas
- For Use With: See Table
- Temperature Range: -20° to 120° F
These valves automatically reduce a high inlet pressure from compressed gas tanks to a lower, stable outlet pressure. All have Compressed Gas Association (CGA) numbered inlet fittings for secure connections to compressed gas tanks. Choose a valve with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components. Valves have a gauge to monitor outlet pressure and a gauge to monitor inlet pressure from the tank.
Choose a valve with a maximum outlet pressure that’s approximately twice your application’s normal operating pressure. Your operating pressure should never exceed 75% of the valve’s maximum outlet pressure.
Single-stage valves reduce pressure in one step, which causes the outlet pressure to fluctuate slightly as you empty the tank. They’re best for applications where a constant outlet pressure isn’t critical.
Two-stage valves progressively reduce pressure over two steps for more consistent outlet pressure at all times. They’re often used in applications that require a constant outlet pressure regardless of the tank level.
Valves with a brass body have a longer service life than valves with a brass and steel body.
Valves with a stainless steel diaphragm can withstand harsh environments.
Inlet | Outlet | Material | ||||||||||
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CGA Number | Location | Thread Direction | Pressure Gauge Range, psi | Location | Thread Direction | Pressure Range, psi | Pressure Adjustment Method | Body | Seal | Diaphragm | Each | |
For Use With Breathable Air | ||||||||||||
9/16"-18 UNF Male Outlet × NGO Female Inlet | ||||||||||||
CGA 346 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 4,000 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 125 | T-Handle | Brass | PTFE | Rubber | 0000000 | 0000000 |
CGA 346 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 4,000 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 200 | T-Handle | Brass | PTFE | Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
Inlet | Outlet | Material | ||||||||||
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CGA Number | Location | Thread Direction | Pressure Gauge Range, psi | Location | Thread Direction | Pressure Range, psi | Pressure Adjustment Method | Body | Seal | Diaphragm | Each | |
For Use With Breathable Air | ||||||||||||
1/4 NPT Female Outlet × NGO Female Inlet | ||||||||||||
CGA 346 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 4,000 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 250 | T-Handle | Brass | PTFE | Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Tank-Mount High-Pressure-Regulating Valves for Air and Inert Gas
- For Use With: See Table
- Temperature Range: -20° to 120° F
Often used for pressure-vessel testing and other high-pressure applications, these valves can handle at least seven times the outlet pressure of standard tank-mount pressure-regulating valves. They automatically reduce a high inlet pressure from compressed gas tanks to a lower, stable outlet pressure. All have Compressed Gas Association (CGA) numbered inlet fittings for secure connections to compressed gas tanks. Choose a valve with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components. Outlet fittings are Swagelok® for a leak-free seal around hard metal tubing in high-pressure lines. Also known as instrumentation fittings, Swagelok® fittings are compatible with Parker A-Lok, Gyrolok, Bilok, and Tylok fittings. Valves have a gauge to monitor outlet pressure and a gauge to monitor inlet pressure from the tank. They are single stage and reduce pressure in one step, which causes the outlet pressure to fluctuate slightly as you empty the tank.
Choose a valve with a maximum outlet pressure that’s approximately twice your application’s normal operating pressure. Your operating pressure should never exceed 75% of the valve’s maximum outlet pressure.
Inlet | Outlet | Material | ||||||||||||
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CGA Number | Location | Thread Direction | Pressure Gauge Range, psi | Stage | For Tube OD | Location | Pressure Range, psi | Pressure Adjustment Method | Shape | Body | Seal | Diaphragm | Each | |
NGO Female Inlet × Swagelok® Female Outlet | ||||||||||||||
CGA 346 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 4,000 | Single | 1/4" | Side | 0 to 1,500 | Knob | Straight | Brass | PCTFE | Polyurethane | 0000000 | 0000000 |
CGA 346 | Side | Right Hand | 0 to 4,000 | Single | 1/4" | Side | 0 to 2,500 | Knob | Straight | Brass | PCTFE | Polyurethane | 0000000 | 000000 |