LO TORC Plug Valve

The high value, dependable performance, and low maintenance

requirements of Halliburton Lo Torc valves can help reduce
overall operating costs and help cut downtime.
These features have made Lo Torc valves the choice of high pressure plug value users,
worldwide:
Provides Outstanding Value
Even though it leads the industry in quality and performance, the Lo Torc valve, size for
size and service for service, is priced with or below every other high pressure plug valve
on the marketeven valves without stainless steel plugs.
Helps Reduce Valve Replacement Costs
The rugged construction of the Lo Torc valve provides long, dependable service under
severe conditions. The stainless steel cylindrical plug is heat treated to help eliminate
galling during operation and provides maximum resistance to corrosion.
Meets A Broad Range of Operating Requirements
Lo Torc valves perform dependably at high working pressures. The sealing principle of the
valve compensates for body deflections. Each valve is hydrostatically tested to the
pressure specified by API 6A.
Offers Installation Versatility
Lo Torc valves are lightweight. This feature makes the valve suitable for many
applications, including mobile installations.
Helps Reduce Maintenance Costs
The Lo Torc design provides for in-line maintenance. Repair or maintenance can be

accomplished in minutes with the valve body left in the line. Total disassembly of the
entire valve involves removing only two capscrews, adjusting nut, and handle adapter or
wrench. Every part in the Lo Torc valve may be replaced with standard parts. None of the
parts requires factory return of the valve for servicing.

Even in high pressure services, the Lo Torc plug valve is easy to operate. Unique
design characteristics make this possible:
1. The cylindrical plug eliminates jamming or wedging induced by pressure acting against differential
areas (a problem inherent with a tapered plug).
2. The plug is further pressured balanced by identical stem seals at each end. This feature eliminates
costly and inefficient thrust bearings.
3. A initial seal between the plug and valve inserts is obtained without lapping, selective assembly, or
excessive force. The valve inserts are tapered on the OD to match the valve body cavity. The inner
surfaces of the inserts are precision ground to exactly the same diameter as the plug. The inserts are
parted into identical halves that, when aligned in the valve body by using the adjusting nut, transmit a
firm, uniform clamping action to the sealing area.
4. The plug and inserts are free to "float" downstream to compensate for temporary body deflection. As
pressure is increased, the seal between plug and downstream insert half is made more effective. Since
only a small area is under direct mechanical bearing, the operating torque does not become excessive.
(In most other valve designs, the entire plug surface contacts the body and is subjected to frictional
forces.)
5. Frictional forces are also reduced by the design of the stationary o-ring seal between inserts and body
cavity. Differential pressure acts on the section of the insert sealed by the o-ring, transmitting a force
against the plug. Since the seal area is smaller than the bearing area, this compressive force is
considerably less than similar forces encountered in valves that do not have this design. Reduction of this
force is directly responsible for reducing operating torque without sacrificing seal efficiency.

1. Valve body. The Lo Torc valve body is alloy steel, heat treated for extra strength and durability for
high pressure service.
2. Plug design and material. The balanced cylindrical design of the plug (or core) eliminates longitudinal
loading. To resist corrosion, the plug is made of stainless steel (standard on every Lo Torc valve).
3. Valve inserts. The valve inserts are tapered on the OD to provide easy adjustment for maximum
sealing and plug alignment. The inserts are machined with a raised surface surrounding the o-ring
groove. This raised surface (boss) is the only portion of the insert which contacts the valve body and
serves as the bearing area on the plug. This design reduces the torque required to operate the valve.
Various types of inserts are available. Ductile iron or cast iron inserts (depending on size) are
recommended for general fluid service applications. Sealing is due to metal-tometal contact between the
insert and the plug.
For sour or corrosive service, aluminum bronze inserts are available.
4. End connections. The end connections are hammer union, threaded, or flanged. Flanged connections
conform to the dimensional and material requirements of API 6A. Grayloc hubs, butt welds, and other
custom end connections also are available.
5. Adjusting nut. The adjusting nut is alloy steel. An o-ring seal is provided around the adjusting nut.
6. O-ring seals. For standard service, 90-durometer nitrile o-rings seals are recessed into grooves in each
insert and below the adjusting nut threads. For corrosive applications and temperature extremes, Teflon
or fluoroelastomer o-rings are available.

7. Plug seals. The stem diameters at the top and bottom of the plug are sealed by specially designed
packing rings made of 75 durometer nitrile permanently bonded to brass reinforcing washers. For
moderate temperatures with corrosive fluids or solvents, seals of fluoroelastomer with a stainless steel
backing ring are available. For applications involving extreme temperatures or the handling of highly
corrosive media, a Teflon seal ring, self-energized by an inconel spring, can be provided. Maximum
service temperatures are 250F for nitrile and fluoroelastomer and 300F for Teflon.
8. Lubrication system. Lubricant is supplied through the conveniently-placed grease fitting, giant buttonhead type. The lubrication chambers above the below the plug are connected by recesses between the
two valve inserts.
9. Valve operation. Full operation of the valve requires only a quarter turn (90) of the plug. A steel
wrench or a cast steel handle adapter, equipped with equidistant operating bar sockets is available for all
valves with bore sizes from 1 in. through 3-1/8 in. This socket design is intended to simplify operation of
the valve, regardless of its installed position or location. An operating bar is also available for use with
the handle adapter. Valves with 3-1/16-in. and larger bores are operated with a gear operator.
Pneumatic or hydraulic actuators are available on special order for all valve sizes.
10. Sour service. Valve assemblies for sour service conform to NACE MR 01-75. Plugs of monel or 316L
stainless, aluminum bronze inserts, and seals of Teflon or fluoroelastomer are used.
11. Certification. All Lo Torc plug valve assemblies are traceable. Material chemical certificates and
pressure test certificates are available for any valve assembly. Valves identified as "certified" also have

mechanical properties included with the material certificates. Certificates should be requested at the time
of ordering.

Lo Torc Plug Valve - Threaded Ends Female API Line Pipe Threads

* Available on special order.

** Part number includes gear operator.
1 Lo Torc valves for handling sour gas/fluids conform to NACE specifications for H2S service. These valves
incorporate aluminum bronze inserts, Monel or 316L plugs, Teflon or fluoroelastomer seals and specially heattreated components.
2 Handle adapter is standard and is furnished with 1-1/2-in. regular opening valves.

Female External Upset Tubing Threads

Ring joint type flanged ends are standard on Lo Torc valves. Other flanged end connections are available on
special order.

Gear operator for 4-1/16 in., 2,000, 3,000, and 5,000 full opening Lo Torc plug valves with flanged ends.

Flanged Ends - Part Numbers and Dimensions

* Available on special order.

1 Lo Torc valves for handling sour gas/fluids conform to NACE specifications for H2S service. These valves
incorporate aluminum bronze inserts, Monel or 316 plugs, Teflon or fluoroelastomer seals, and specially heattreated components.
2 Part No. includes gear operator.
3 Straight bore diameter.
4 Does not include gear operator. Operating wrench must be ordered separately.
Not available.

3-1/16 in., 10,000 full opening and 4-1/16 in. 10,000 regular opening flanged valve. 10,000 WP comes with
gear operator as standard.

These valves are available with special end connections for a wide variety of applications and with working
pressures ranging as high as 15,000 psi (20,000 psi test). All design and operating features of the regular Lo
Torc plug valve are included in special service valves.

Lo Torc Plug Valve Specifications - Special Service Valves - Line Pipe Threads

* Part number includes handle adapter

** Part number includes gear operator

Other Special Valves

In addition to the valves shown, valves with special threads, special flanges, unequal
flanges, flanged by threaded connections, or any other type of end connections can be
furnished upon special order. Order by size, pressure, and catalog number.
1 in. through 2 in. sizes

Lo Torc Plug Valves with Union End Connections

1 Overall length (Dimension A) is face to face of the thread half to nut body only. The extension of the wing nut
is not indluded.
2 Lo Torc plug valves with 2-in. 1502 and 3-in. 1502 connections are available with certification: part numbers
9.1277 (1 in.), 9.1267 (2 in.) and 11.5091 (3 in.). Product certificates are availablerequest when ordering.

Weights and dimensions are the same as given for the standard, 1-in., 2-in., and 3-in. valves listed above. Other
sizes available on request.
3 Operating torque is given for direct stem operated valves only, and at maximum rated working pressure. The
torque given is an average reading of new valves tested with water. 3-in. and 4-in. size valves are equipped with
manual gear operators so direct stem operation is not required.

3 in. and 4 in. sizes

CAUTION: The fact that a valve has never leaked in service does not necessarily mean that the inserts do
not need to be replaced. The inserts may wash out and cause the valve body to erode before leakage is
noted. A planned program of maintenance at specific intervals is the key to keeping downtime and repair
cost at a minimum. For Lo Torc plug valve applications involving throttling or choking, the all metal
inserts should be used.

Lo Torc Valve Operation and Care

Proper operation and maintenance can help extend the service life of Lo Torc valves.
Due to widely varied applications, no specific frequency of maintenance or in-service
inspection for the Lo Torc plug valves can be recommended. Periodic and frequent
inspection of each valve will provide a basis for predicting the life or usefulness of the plug
and inserts. Replacing these parts when they are eroded or worn will help prevent any
erosion of the body.

Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions

Disassembly
Remove the wrench (15) or handle adapter (2), with stop collars (14).
Loosen adjusting nut (7) with operating bar or hex wrench. Remove adjusting nut, plug

(12) and inserts (10). If necessary, place a wooden block on top of the plug stem and tap
downward.
At this point, the valve body (1) should be inspected for any interior erosion or pitting. Oring (11) on the inserts should be replaced if needed. The o-ring (8) sealing the adjusting
nut should also be replaced if worn. Replacing the plug stem packing (9) at the top and
bottom of the plug is usually necessary.
If the valve shows signs of leakage, or if inserts show any excessive wear or pitting, the
inserts should be replaced with standard parts (see part listing on back page).
Wipe all old lubricant from inside the valve body.
Reassembly
Install o-rings in recesses of inserts and in adjusting nut groove.
Install plug stem seals (9) in recesses in the top of the valve body and in adjusting nut.
The seal backing ring is to be positioned away from pressure.
Coat cleaned plug, inserts, and adjusting nut (threads) with recommended plug valve
lubricant.

Exploded View 2-in. Lo Torc Plug Valve

Fill void spaces inside the body with the same lubricant. This lubricant may be ordered in
3/4-lb packages under part number 70.31058.
Install lower end of plug through adjusting nut and push down to shoulder. Use
capscrews, flat washer, and lock washer to secure plug to adjusting nut. Tighten
capscrew.
Check for proper positioning of insert retaining pins(13) inside valve body.
Place inserts on adjusting nut around plug, aligning flow holes in inserts with hole through

plug.
Place plug, inserts, and adjusting nut into valve body with insert retaining pins keying into
slots in inserts.
Tighten adjusting nut into body with prescribed torque for adequate sealing (see
adjustment below).
Install stop collars and handle adapter (or wrench) on top of valve. Be sure flow indicators
are in line with the slot in the top stem of the plug.
Rotate plug several times to distribute excess lubricant through flow passage of body.
Lubricate the valve through the grease fitting(3) on top of the valve body to insure total
filling of the void spaces inside the valve.

Valve Adjustment at Zero Pressure

The proper adjustment of a Lo Torc plug valve is imperative to maintain tight sealing
under pressure. The inserts should be adjusted to give the following torque to rotate the
plug. (This adjustment is made by tightening or loosening the adjusting nut(7).
1-in. valves

30-40 ft-lbf

1-1/2-in valves 30-40 ft-lbf

2-in. valves

40-60 ft-lbf

2-1/2-in. valves 50-60 ft-lbf

3-in. valves

60-70 ft-lbf

4-in. valves

70-80 ft-lbf

Extremely high working pressure may require torque settings at the upper end of the
prescribed range to properly seal the valve. If so, this higher torque adjustment should be
maintained by checking the adjusting nut at regular intervals.

Repair Kits - Lo Torc Plug Valves

Each kit includes all components necessary to renew one Lo Torc Plug Valve
Plug

Inserts

1 set

O-ring-Insert

O-ring-Adj. Nut

Seals-Stem

Lubricant

Repair Instructions 1

Lo Torc Plug Valves - Replacement Parts List

1 Aluminum bronze is suitable for standard H2S service.

2 Listed seal fits seal glands of .5 in. depth. For glands .25 inch depth use teflon seal part no. 9.81916.
3 Teflon plug stems and Teflon O-rings used in H2S service valves.
4 Valves with a pin part number for loc 16 are to have loc 16 inside of pin loc13.
5 Monel and 316 stainless for H2S service.
6 Plug Stem seals of Viton material w/stainless steel back-up ring: 8.75094 for 1 in. and 1.3 in. sizes; 9.81717
for other sizes.
Viton O-rings; 7.XXXXX where XXXXX is the same 5 digits after the decimal point of the nitrile O-ring.

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