The document discusses valves, their components, functions, and types. Valves are used to control the flow of fluids in piping systems and are usually made of materials like bronze, copper, iron, or stainless steel. Valves work by opening, closing, or partially blocking fluid flow. The main components of most valves are the body, disc, seat, cover, packing, and stem. There are two main types of valves: stop valves which fully or partially stop fluid flow, and check valves which allow flow in one direction. Specialized valve types are also discussed.
The document discusses valves, their components, functions, and types. Valves are used to control the flow of fluids in piping systems and are usually made of materials like bronze, copper, iron, or stainless steel. Valves work by opening, closing, or partially blocking fluid flow. The main components of most valves are the body, disc, seat, cover, packing, and stem. There are two main types of valves: stop valves which fully or partially stop fluid flow, and check valves which allow flow in one direction. Specialized valve types are also discussed.
The document discusses valves, their components, functions, and types. Valves are used to control the flow of fluids in piping systems and are usually made of materials like bronze, copper, iron, or stainless steel. Valves work by opening, closing, or partially blocking fluid flow. The main components of most valves are the body, disc, seat, cover, packing, and stem. There are two main types of valves: stop valves which fully or partially stop fluid flow, and check valves which allow flow in one direction. Specialized valve types are also discussed.