TYPE A PINCH VALVE

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

The Red Valve Type A Air Actuated Pinch Valve is a 100%

full ported bi-directional valve designed for tough slurry
applications. The elastomer sleeve closes on entrapped
solids in the line. The flexing action of the sleeve breaks
up any sediment or build-up in the valve, which makes the
Type A a reliable low-maintenance valve.

A variety of elastomers are available to suit your specific

needs. Along with the Standard Red Valve Sleeve, we offer
Double Wall (DW), Reduced Port (RP), and Cone Sleeves for
special applications.

Type A Valves are constructed having the same drilling

pattern as ANSI 150# for ease of installation.

• Simple design
• No Packing to maintain, ever
• Cost effective
• No cavities or dead spots to bind
valve operation
• Low maintenance

IMPORTANT
Please take a moment to review this manual. Before performing any maintenance on the valve be sure the
pipeline has been depressurized. The improper installation or use of this product may result in personal injury,
product failure, or reduced product life. Red Valve Co., Inc. can accept NO liability resulting from the improper
use or installation of this product. If you have any questions or problems, please call the customer service
department at (412) 279-0044. We appreciate your comments. Thank you for choosing Red Valve.
 INSTALLATION
CAUTION: do not use any sharp tools such as a crowbar or screwdriver on
the rubber during installation. Sharp instruments can damage the flange
face and cause possible leakage.
1. INSPECTION OF VALVE: 3. INSTALLING FLANGE BOLTS:
Check flange faces of pipe for rough/damaged areas. Pipeline flanges must
CAUTION: Only use flange bolts of the correct length so that the bolts
be flat, properly spaced, and parallel to achieve proper seal. Use flat faced
do not bottom out in tapped holes.
flanges. Raised face flanges are a frequent cause of valve sleeve failures.
The use of bolts which are too long and bottom out can crack or distort
mPVC flanges may not seal properly, and are not recommended by Red
the body, causing permanent valve damage. Tighten all bolts uniformly
Valve. If PVC flanges are used, metal back up rings should be placed behind
on both side of the valve, so as to distribute pressure evenly around the
the PVC flanges in order to prevent yielding. Typically, PVC flanges will yield
sleeve flange.(For complete information on bolting dimensions refer to the
before the valve will seal. Red Valve recommends that pipeline flanges are
back cover of this IOM ).
serrated approximately 1/16" at 90o, in order to prevent the "creep" of
the rubber flange of the valve sleeve. Flanges with an oversized I.D. can 4. VALVE ORIENTATION:
cut the sleeve flange, and are not recommended with the Type A Valve. The Type A Valve can be installed in any direction in the pipeline. Air con-
Grind or file any sharp edges of pipeline flange to prevent damage to the nection can be located in any position to permit ease of installation.
sleeve. CAUTION: Do not introduce full pressure, unregulated plant air to the
2. GASKETS: valve. Excess air pressure can result in premature valve failure.
The Type A Valve contains (2) strips of diamond seal gasket between the Refer to the back cover of this manual for correct working air pressure
cast halves of the valve. As the gasket extrudes from the body, it may settings. Refer to Operation section for operating pressure.
push the rubber flange away slightly from the cast body. DO NOT TRIM any 5. TYPE A VALVES 8" AND LARGER:
excess gasket material, Gasket Reseated For 1/4" Length Extension
Beyond Body Flange Type A sleeves are available with 2-way closure. The sleeve is marked with
it will seat Positive Seal a red stripe down each side. The red stripe should line up on the horizontal
itself after bolting centerline of the valve, parallel to the diamond seal gasket. This will allow
the valve into the the sleeve to close in a 2-way vertical pattern.
pipeline, thus
providing a positive
seal.

NEVER... NEVER... NEVER... DO... DO... DO...

Cut excess Use sharp tools Apply full pressure Use MINIMUM air pressure Use flat faced Tighten bolts
gasket. on rubber sleeve. unregulated shop air. to extend sleeve life. flanges. evenly.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONE AND

SPECIAL INSTRUCTION VARIABLE ORIFICE SLEEVES:
Cone Sleeves and Variable Orifice Sleeves require proper directional orientation. The
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR DOUBLE WALL SLEEVES: inlet side of the sleeve is appropriately marked with an inlet tag on the inlet flange
DW Valves have double wall sleeves for triple life on severe abrasion. The extra flange o.d. The sleeve and valve body are appropriately marked with a flow
thickness requires the next larger flange size on the valve body. direction arrow identifying the correct orientation. Severe system damage may
occur if the sleeve is installed backwards.
It is recommended that the sleeve I.D. be the same as the pipe I.D. This
will require an oversize mating flange also be installed on the pipe (fig-
ure 1). This is easily done by using blind flanges and boring the I.D. to
suit the existing pipe. For example, on a 6" flange, 4" bore DW valve, the
mating flange would be a 6" blind flange bored out to slip over the 4" pipe
OPERATION
(approximately 4-1/2" Dia.).
THE MOST CRITICAL FACTOR FOR SUCCESSFUL OPERATION OF RED VALVE'S
If it is not possible to match the pipe and sleeve I.D. as described above, the TYPE A IS USING A MINIMUM AMOUNT OF AIR PRESSURE TO OPERATE
flanges will mate and the sleeve I.D. will protrude into the pipeline (Figure THE VALVE!
2). For example a 6" flange 4" bore DW Valve bolted to a standard 6" flange
The amount of air pressure required to close the valve depends upon the
on a 6" pipe.
line pressure of the pipeline.
To prevent bulging and premature breaking of the Type DW sleeve, a steel
Red Valve's standard Pure Gum Rubber sleeve requires 25 psi above line pressure
washer must be installed as shown (Figure #3). The steel washer should be
for closure. An increase in plant air pressure may be required for some sleeve
1/8" thick and have a phonographic flange finish on both surfaces. The washer
designs, depending upon the choice of elastomer.
I.D. should match the rubber I.D. The washer O.D. can equal the flange O.D.
and bolt holes can be drilled through the washer. These washers are available NOTE: Air pressure must be vented from valve to permit opening.
from Red Valve Company.

Steel Washer

FIG. 1 FIG. 2 FIG. 3

 MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
INSPECTION: SYMPTOM:
Valves should occasionally be inspected for damage and wear. The inspection AIR LEAKAGE AT FLANGE
period should be determined by the severity of the service and environment. If
valves are periodically inspected and preventive maintenance done, the valve • Tighten body bolts beginning in center and working
will last longer and operate better. outward to both ends in order to extrude gasket material.
CAUTION: Do not remove any valve parts or bolting with • Retighten all flange bolts.
pressure in the line. It is easy to inspect the
valve for obvious problems. SYMPTOM:
ELASTOMER SLEEVE REPLACEMENT: SLEEVE RUPTURE (At juncture of flange and body)
• Excess closing pressure.
A spare replacement sleeve should be placed on order when this valve is
placed in service. SLEEVE RUPTURE (At mid point of sleeve)
When replacing the sleeve in the valve body, carefully inspect the diamond • Water hammer or pressure surge.
seal gaskets. If they are damaged, reorder new ones. Do not trim the diamond • High velocity of abrasive media with valve cracked open.
seal – it should extrude a minimum of 1/8" after rejoining the body halves.
Do not clean the body end flange surfaces with rough abrasive wheels, or SYMPTOM:
else the serrations will be removed and flange leakage may result. Do not VALVE WILL NOT SEAL
use Permatex or RTV silicone on the metal flange surface. These compounds
will fill in the serrations and flange leakage may result. • At low temperatures, hardness of the sleeve may exist.
Actuate valve 25 to 50 times with pressure increased
by 10 psi each time to "break in" sleeve.

PART SYMPTOM:
DESCRIPTION VALVE WILL NOT OPEN
• Air pressure not vented from body.
1. CARRIAGE BOLTS
SYMPTOM:
2. CAST BODY (top) CUTS ON FLANGE SURFACE
• Sharp I.D. of mating flange.
3. DIAMOND GASKET • Oversized I.D. of mating flange.
4. SLEEVE

5. CAST BODY (bottom)

6. ZINC PLATED HEX NUTS RED VALVE WARRANTY

WARRANTIES - REMEDIES - DISCLAIMERS - LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing signed by Red Valve, all Products supplied by Red Valve will
be described in the specifications set forth on the face hereof.

THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN THIS PROVISION ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES WHETHER STATUTORY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING
FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OR TRADE).

STORAGE Red Valve Products are guaranteed for a period of one year from date of shipment, against
defective workmanship and material only, when properly installed, operated and serviced
in accordance with Red Valve's recommendations. Replacement for items of Red Valve's
If your Type A Valve is to be stored for a period of time prior to installation, manufacture will be made free of charge if proved to be defective within such year; but not claim
the following storage guidelines will help preserve your valve and assure a for transportation, labor or consequential damages shall be allowed. We shall have the option of
requiring the return of the defective product to our factory, with transportation charges prepaid,
trouble free installation. to establish the claim and our liability shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the defec-
tive product, F.O.B. our factory. Red Valve will not assume costs incurred to remove or install
1. Store valve in a clean, cool, dry location. Avoid exposure to light, electric defective products nor shall we incur backcharges or liquidated damages as a result of warranty
motors, dirt or chemicals. work. Red Valve does not guarantee resistance to corrosion, erosion, abrasion or other sources of
2. Grease flange threads of body to inhibit rust or corrosion. failure, nor does Red Valve guarantee a minimum length of service, or that the product shall be fit
for any particular service. Failure of purchaser to give prompt written notice of any alleged defect
3. Store valve to prevent other items from contacting sleeve or flanges to under this guarantee forthwith upon its discovery, or use, and possession thereof after an attempt
prevent possible damage. has been made and completed to remedy defects therein, or failure to return product or part for
replacement as herein provided, or failure to install and operate said products and parts according
4. Store this manual with valve, so that it is readily available at time of to instructions furnished by Red Valve, or failure to pay entire contract price when due, shall be a
installation. waiver by purchaser of all rights under these representations. All orders accepted shall be deemed
accepted subject to this warranty which shall be exclusive of any other or previous warranty, and
shall be the only effective guarantee or warranty binding on Red Valve, anything on the contrary
contained in purchaser's order, or represented by any agent or employee of Red Valve in writing
or otherwise, not withstanding implied warranties. RED VALVE MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE
PRODUCTS, AUXILIARIES AND PARTS ARE MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
 TYPE A PINCH VALVE
CLOSING AND WORKING PRESSURES
AIR CLOSING
MAX WORKING PRESSURE AIR CLOSING AIR CLOSING
VALVE PRESSURE PURE GUM RUBBER PRESSURE PRESSURE
SIZE (psi) SLEEVES SYNTHETIC SLEEVE VITON SLEEVE
1" 150 25 35 55
1-1/4" 150 25 35 55
1-1/2" 150 25 35 55
2" 150 25 35 55
3" 150 25 35 55
4" 150 28 38 58
5" 150 28 38 60
6" 150 30 40 60
8" 125 30 40 60
10" 100 32 43 63
12" 100 32 43 63
14" 75 32 43 63
16" 75 32 43 63
18" 50 34 45 63
20" x 24" 50 34 45 63
24" x 28" 50 34 45 65
* Air closing pressure should be added to the line pressure for complete closure.

TYPE A FLANGE BOLTING SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE NO. OF BOLT CIRCLE THREAD BOLT TORQUE
SIZE BOLTS DIAMETER SIZE A B (ft. lbs)
1" 4 3-1/8" 1/2" - 13 NC 1/2" 1/2" 25
1-1/4" 4 3-7/8" 1/2" - 13 NC 1/2" 5/8" 30
1-1/2" 4 3-7/8" 1/2" - 13 NC 1/2" 11/16" 30
2" 4 4-3/4" 5/8" - 11 NC 1/2" 3/4" 55
2-1/2" 4 5-1/2" 5/8" - 11 NC 1/2" 7/8" 70
3" 4 6" 5/8" - 11 NC 3/4" 7/8" 75
4" 8 7-1/2" 5/8" - 11 NC 3/4" 1" 50
5" 8 8-1/2" 3/4" - 10 NC 3/4" 15/16" 65
6" 8 9-1/2" 3/4" - 10 NC 1" 1-1/8" 85
8" 8 11-3/4' 3/4" - 10 NC 1" 1-1/8" 100
10" 12 14-1/4" 7/8" - 9 NC 1" 1-3/16" 85
12" 12 17" 7/8" - 9 NC 1" 1-1/4" 125
14" 12 18-3/4" 1" - 8 NC 1" 1-3/8" 130
16" 16 21-1/4" 1" - 8 NC 1" 1-7/16" 115
18" 16 22-3/4" 1-1/8" - 7 NC 1-1/2" 1-3/4" 120
20" x 24"** 20 29-1/2" 1-1/8" - 7 NC 1-1/2" 1-7/8" 175
24" x 28"** 28 34" 1-1/4" - 7 NC 1-1/2" 2" 175
• Torque values are suggested minimum values. • Variables such as surface finish on bolt threads, type of anti-sieze com-
• Torque all flange bolts in a star pattern. First to 50% of tabulated values, pound used, and surface finish of the mating flanges all have an effect on
then re-torque to 100% of tabulated values. If greater torque is required, the minimum torque required to obtain a leak tight flange seal.
continue re-torquing in increments of 50% of tabulated values. • Use of a high quality anti-sieze compound on all bolt threads is recommended.
* Valve size 20" has 24" extended flange.
**Valve size 24" has 28" extended flange.

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