In order to meet the latest industry requirements, and
customer demands we have decided to discontinue the
Duo-Bloc ball valve.
Both PVC and CPVC models of the Duo-Bloc Ball Valves
(1/2” – 2”) will be discontinued in the near future. The
Duo Bloc will be replaced by the Type 21 Ball Valve,
which has many added Features and Benefits as outlined
below.
Inventory:
We will maintain inventory of the Duo-Bloc until the end of
the 1st Quarter March 2003.
Parts Availability:
We will be able to supply replacement parts for a period of
five years effective the 2nd quarter of 2003.
Pricing:
The Type 21 valve will be priced the same as the Duo-Bloc,
even withthe additional features and benefits.
Interchangeability:
TheType-21 (1/2” – 2”) will not have parts or face to face
dimension interchangeability. (Socket and Threaded Versions only)
Flanged models will have face to face dimension interchangeability only ,
but no parts interchangeability.
Features and Benefits:
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Increased Pressure Rating – Type-21 (1/2” – 2”) PVC
and CPVC are rated for 230 psi maximum working pressure.
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Built-in Spanner Wrench – Valve handle doubles as
carrier adjustment or removal tool when maintenance is
required.
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Double O-ring Stem seals – The Type-21 has Double
O-ring stem seals that increase operator safety in severe applications.
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Single Carrier Design- Only one carrier to adjust
which insures the ball is centered within the body.
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Improves field safety when used as a blocking valve
as it eliminates a threaded connection or potential
leak path.
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ISO Mounting Pad – The Type-21 valve has an integral
molded ISO mounting pad. Simply removal the handle and
it allows easy mounting of accessories or automation, with
no valve modifications required.
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Panel Mount Provision – There is a molded platform on
the bottom of the Type-21 that accepts self-tapping
threaded inserts. This allows for supporting the valve to a
panel or wall.
Type 21-Valve Accessories
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Actuation ( Electric and Pneumatic)
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2” square operating nuts and T-nuts
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Locking devices
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Manual limit switch kits
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Panel mount stem extensions
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Single and 2-piece stem extensions, in a variety of materials.
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Optional O-ring materials
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Vented Ball (Sodium Hypochlorite Service)
If you have any questions or concerns, please consult your Asahi/America District Manager, or our Customer Service Department.