Manual Valves (Gate, Globe, Butterfly and Ball Valves)

The software includes a database of valves including gate, globe, butterfly and ball valves. When adding a new valve to the database, you have the option of defining a single K, Kv, Cv or Kf value for a valve or define a curve relationship of % open vs K, Kv, Cv or Kf.

 

The image below provides a snapshot of an example valve for your information. If the valve you are looking is not in the database, it can easily be added.

 

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