Valve Withstands Washdowns, Contaminants

The Stainless Steel L-O-X energy isolation valve is designed for washdown applications and others where corrosion or contaminants are a concern.

Dec 1st, 2010

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The valve maintains the proven L-O-X performance and easy-to-identify shape, while providing a new corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction, says the vendor. Viton seals protect against contaminant ingression. The stainless steel valve is lockable only in the OFF position (with a tamperproof locking mechanism) and has a large exhaust port for rapid pressure relief. It is available in port sizes ¼-in. to 2-in., and provides direct manual operation by a simple push/pull of the handle.

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