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Wye Line - Diverter Valves
The Vortex® Wye Line Diverter™ is specifically engineered to handle dry bulk solids in vacuum or dilute phase pneumatic conveying systems with pressures up to 15 psig (1 barg) depending on size. A full flow orifice provides unrestricted conveying of material. The live-loaded seals are shielded from abrasion by a metal insert. Key Industries Served: Agriculture, Chemicals, Foods, Minerals, Petrochemicals, Plastics, Textiles. Rated for ATEX Zone 0/20 internal and Zone 1/21 external.
- Handles powders, granules and pellets
- Shifts “on the fly”
- Wear compensating hard polymer seals
- Unobstructed opening
- Positive seal through closed port
- Serviceable while in-line
- Diverts or converges material flow
- Food friendly options available
- Dilute phase pneumatic conveying (pressure or vacuum)
- Handles non abrasive to moderately abrasive powders, granules and pellets
- Horizontal or vertical valve orientation
- Open / closed or volume metering of material
- Available in 2, 3, or 4-way configurations
- Material construction options available
- Standard sizes: 2″ -12″ | 50mm – 300mm |
- Standard sizes 3-Way & 4-Way: 2″ – 6″ | 50mm – 150mm |
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Ordinary flapper-style diverter valves rely on elastic seals which are exposed to blast abrasion causing them to erode and tear away in service. The Wye Line Diverter is designed so the seal plates are shielded from blast abrasion providing long, reliable service.
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Rotating tunnel diverter valves typically have seals which are exposed to excessive wear upon actuation and are prone to seizing and binding due to material buildup between the plug and the housing. The Wye Line Diverter is self-cleaning on each actuation and is designed for high cycle service.
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Traditional cast iron diverter valves are heavy and bulky, increasing their installation costs. The compact design and low weight of the Wye Line Diverter is advantageous when installation is required in crowded or overhead equipment areas.
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The Wye Line Diverter offers positive sealing in both vacuum and pressure conveying systems. The scissor material shearing action allows the valve to reliably diverted on a stream of material (when required).
- Size/Bore Options 2” to 12” Pipe or Tube (2″ to 6″ Pipe or Tube on 3 and 4-Way)
- Media Powder, Pellets, Granulars
- Connection Options ANSI, DIN, JIS, or Compression Couplings
- Media Temperature 180°F (82°C) for standard gate with modifications allow up to 400°F (204°C)
- Media Pressure/Vacuum Up to 15 psig, 1 barg (depending on size)
- Valve Construction Options 304 or 316L Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and/or Carbon Steel
- Material Contact Options 304 or 316L Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and/or Carbon Steel
- Seal/Seat Material Nylon, PET, UHMW, Glass Filled Teflon, Natural Rubber, and/or Silicone Rubber
- Drive/Actuation Double Acting Air Cylinder and Solenoid Operated Air Control Valve, Electric Actuator, Chain Wheel, Hand Wheel
- Position Confirmation Magnetic Reed, Proximity, or Mechanical Limit Switches
- Compliance Approvals CE, ATEX, FDA
- Industry Use Agriculture, Chemicals, Foods, Minerals, Petrochemicals, Plastics, Textiles