BV Series - Hi/Lo Valves with Built-In Regulators Designed for use in larger capacity lightweight 4500 PSI cylinders, the BV Series features an integral regulator that reduces gas pressure on the 3000 PSI max outlet to 700–1000 PSI, enabling field use of a common UL® Rated 3000 PSI regulator.
Key Features & Benefits
Unique dual outlet design enables use of lower or higher cylinder Working Pressure from the same valve/cylinder package
Provides quick fill capability — no special filling or withdrawal adapters needed
Strong, durable forged brass body manufactured by Sherwood to specifications stricter than most commercial forging specifications
High-temperature aluminum alloy handwheel with large drainage holes
Integral stainless steel tang helps prevent internal stem breakage
Durable lower plug made of tough naval brass resists wear
Lower plug is PTFE coated to add lubricity, which minimizes seizing and galling especially under high-pressure operation
Internally threaded chamber design promotes longer life and helps protect valve body chamber threads from damage
Nickel 201 rupture disc resists premature rupture that may be caused by corrosive ambient environments
Inert PTFE packing provides leak-free stem seal, long cycle life and resistance to corrosion
Regulator designed for long service life and tested to in excess of 16,000 cycles
Pressure Relief Device strategically located in regulated pressure outlet prevents cylinder pressure from reaching downstream equipment
Pressure Relief Device supplied standard for 4500 PSI cylinder with a test pressure of 1.5 times Working Pressure
Regulated Outlet Pressure Relief Device rupture pressure is 2800–3000 PSI
High-pressure outlet plug removal tool (Part Number 680PW-2) supplied separately to cylinder filling plants only