Angle Valve: Purpose, Features, Function, and Application
What Is Seat Angle in Valves? Angle seat valves are traditionally a two way valve that is either in an open or close state (on or off). This is achieved by a piston coming down onto a seat usually at a 45 degree angle (hence the word angle seat). This will then create a seal in the flow path effectively blocking it off. What Is an Angle Valve? An angle seat valve is a type of manual valve commonly used to control or stop the flow of water through a pipe, often referred to as a stop valve. The inlet and outlet ports of an angle valve are oriented perpendicularly to each other. Angle valves are widely used in both commercial and residential plumbing systems as regulating tools. How Does It Operate? Older angle valves required multiple turns of the knob to stop the water flow. However, modern angle valves are equipped with a 1/4-turn lever, allowing for a quick shut-off in emergencies. These valves are commonly found in everyda...