Requirements for anti-surge valves Valve is required to open quickly to bypass or vent adequate flow to Prevent compressor surge (compressor surge flow) React quickly, usually in less than one to two seconds = depending on the process upset small amount of opening or full valve opening = positioner control and solenoid trip may have different speed requirements Capable to handle high pressure drop and reduce noise and vibration = anoise attenuation trim is commonly needed Tight shutoff, to avoid energy losses in the system Robust construction to handle extreme service conditions Sizing = max required Cv based on max surge flow (sometimes surge flows for several speeds given) - commonly max req Cv x multiplier, where multiplier is 1.2-2.2 to compensate pipe system dynamic effects