AW UGV50LF Underground Key Cap Gate Valve Watermark Approved 50mm

Overview

Austworld Logi AW UGV50LF underground key cap gate valve features BSP 2” 50mm female threads and is Watermark approved made from lead free DR brass. It is suitable for potable water applications where compliance with Australian drinking water standards is required. The key cap design allows the valve to be operated using a compatible valve key, making it suitable for underground installations where space is limited or unauthorised operation needs to be minimised.

Gate valves operate by lifting a gate or wedge internally in the path of the fluid. When fully open, the gate is lifted completely out of the flow path, resulting in minimal flow restriction and low pressure loss. Full bore construction further helps maximise flow capacity.

Compared to ball valves, gate valves require multiple 360 degree turns instead of 1/4 turn operations in ball valves. This means the ball valves are preferred in applications where frequent opening/shutting is needed, whereas gate valves are suitable in more industrial applications where the valves remain mostly in open or shut positions. Gate valves are designed to be fully open or closed during operations and not used for flow throttling or regulation due to the gate design, causing high turbulences. The turbulence will wear off the seat and disc of the valve, compromising the sealing performance over time.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: AUSTWORLD (AW)
• Model: UGV50LF
• Thread Size: 2” BSP (50mm) Female FI Thread (50FI x 50FI)
• Thread Size Physical Measurement: 59.614mm internal female thread diameter (refer to the BSP sizing chart in the photo gallery)
• Material: Lead Free DR Brass
• Handle Type: Key Cap
• Working temperature: 1°C to 95°C
• Maximum pressure rating: 2500kPa
• Features: WaterMark Approved; Key-operated design
• Intended Use: Underground water shut off and isolation
• SKU: UGV50LF

Package Contents

• AW UGV50LF 50mm underground gate valve
• Package Weight: 2175 g