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High-Performance 2.5 Inch Butterfly Valve



The butterfly valve 2.5 inch and its size derivatives—including butterfly valve 2 1 2 inch, butterfly valve 1.5 inch, butterfly valve 1 1 2 inch, 1.5 tri clamp butterfly valve, 1.5 butterfly valve—are essential components in precision fluid control across multiple industries. With the increasing demand for efficient, durable, and cost-effective valve solutions, the Long Neck Lug Type Model 30 Butterfly Valve has emerged as a top choice, combining advanced manufacturing, stringent quality standards (such as ISO and ANSI), and versatile applications from petrochemicals to water treatment.

Industry Trends: The Evolving Market of Butterfly Valves

  • Global market size for butterfly valves was valued at USD 10.5 Billion (2023) and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% (2024–2029). (Source: MarketsandMarkets)
  • Stainless steel and epoxy-coated ductile iron dominate material preferences due to excellent corrosion resistance.
  • Compact and Lug Type configurations such as Long Neck Lug have gained popularity for high pressure and quick maintenance needs.
  • Automation (electric/pneumatic actuators) integration is rising for Industry 4.0–ready process control systems.
  • Sanitary applications such as tri-clamp butterfly valves (1.5 tri clamp butterfly valve) are increasingly vital in food, pharma, and biotech sectors.
  • Compliance with international standards such as ISO 9001, ANSI, API, and FDA has become mandatory for global supply contracts.

Technical Parameter Table: Butterfly Valve 2.5 Inch vs Other Standard Sizes

Parameter Butterfly Valve 2.5 Inch Butterfly Valve 2 1 2 Inch Butterfly Valve 1.5 Inch Butterfly Valve 1 1 2 Inch 1.5 Tri Clamp Butterfly Valve 1.5 Butterfly Valve
Nominal Diameter 2.5" (DN65) 2.5" (DN65) 1.5" (DN40) 1.5" (DN40) 1.5" (DN40) 1.5" (DN40)
Pressure Rating PN16/ANSI 150 PN16/ANSI 150 PN16 PN16 PN16 PN16
Temperature Range -20°C to +120°C -20°C to +120°C -20°C to +110°C -20°C to +110°C -20°C to +110°C -20°C to +110°C
Body Material WCB/CF8M/Ductile Iron WCB/CF8M/Ductile Iron CF8M/304SS CF8M/304SS 316SS 304SS/316SS
Disc Material SS316/SS304 SS316/SS304 SS316 SS316 SS316 SS304/SS316
Seat Material EPDM/PTFE/NBR EPDM/PTFE/NBR EPDM/PTFE/Silicone EPDM/PTFE/Silicone EPDM/PTFE EPDM/PTFE
Connection Lug Type/Flanged Lug Type/Flanged Tri-Clamp, Wafer Tri-Clamp, Wafer Tri-Clamp Wafer
Applicable Industry Petrochemical, Water, HVAC Petrochemical, Water, HVAC Pharma, Beverage, Food Pharma, Beverage, Food Sanitary Processing General Services
High-Performance 2.5 Inch Butterfly Valve
Figure: butterfly valve 2.5 inch - Precision Engineered Detail

Manufacturing Process Breakdown: Butterfly Valve 2.5 Inch

1. Raw Material Selection
Certified SS316/WCB
2. Precision Casting & Forging
Lost Wax | Sand Casting | Drop Forging
3. Heat Treatment
Normalization;
Stress Relieving
4. CNC Machining
High-precision Lathe, Milling
5. Surface Finishing
Anti-corrosive Coating/Electropolishing
6. Assembly & Seal Installation
7. Final Inspection & Testing
100% ISO/ANSI Tests: Pressure, Leakage, Torque, Cycle
8. Packing & Delivery

Each butterfly valve 2.5 inch unit undergoes rigorous material traceability checks, CNC tolerance inspection (±0.01mm), hydraulic testing under 1.5x full-rated pressure (EN 12266), torque and anti-blowout stem validation, and certified packing for international supply. This end-to-end process ensures exceptional product life (tested for >50,000 cycles) and trusted operation in demanding settings.

See process video: Butterfly Valve Manufacturing Process (industry example)

Featured Product: Long Neck Lug Type Model 30 Butterfly Valve

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  • Design: Long Neck, Lug Type, Full-Bore, Bidirectional Shut-Off
  • Size Range: DN50 (2 inch) - DN300 (12 inch), focus: 2.5 inch (DN65)
  • Body/Disc Materials: Ductile Iron, WCB, CF8 (304SS), CF8M (316SS)
  • Seat: EPDM, NBR, PTFE, VITON, FKM (FDA-compliant options)
  • Bearing/Stem: High-strength alloy, Anti-blowout design
  • Working Pressure: PN16/150LB (others optional)
  • Testing Standard: EN12266, MSS-SP-67, API609, ISO 9001
  • End Connection: Lug (ANSI/ISO/DIN compatible)
  • Temperature Range: -20°C to +120°C
  • Actuation: Lever, Gear, Pneumatic, Electric
  • Coating: FBE Epoxy or Custom Surface
  • Certifications: CE, ISO, WRAS, FDA (seat options)

Key Technical Performance Visualization

Material Composition: SS316, WCB, EPDM/PTFE, Others (Long Neck Lug Type Model 30)
Pressure Endurance: Product vs Industry Minimums
Cycle Life Comparison (Model 30 vs Standard Butterfly Valves)
High-Performance 2.5 Inch Butterfly Valve
Figure: butterfly valve 1.5 inch - Sanitary Tri-Clamp Option

Technical Advantages and Compliance Overview

  • Cycle Life: Exceeds 50,000 full cycles (test data: retention >85% at 50k cycles; see line chart)
  • Pressure Resistance: Model 30 tested at 17 Bar (vs. 11–15 Bar industry average); zero leakage per EN12266
  • Corrosion Protection: FBE Epoxy coating or full SS316/304 construction as per application and ISO 12944
  • Sealing Technology: Molded EPDM/PTFE seat, triple offset disc option, FDA food-grade on request
  • Tight Installation Tolerances: CNC Cellular Machining for low torque, smooth actuation (avg. shaft wobble ≤ 0.03mm)
  • Compliance: Follows ISO 9001, EN 593, API 609, MSS-SP-67; FDA & WRAS for sanitary lines
  • Traceability & Inspection: Every batch laser-marked and traceable to raw material certificates
  • Smart Integration: Direct-mount pad for ISO 5211 actuators (electric/pneumatic)
  • Longevity: Laboratory and field data: avg. service >12 years in water, >8 years in saline/chemical environments
All butterfly valve 2.5 inch units pass torque/tightness/bubble testing, and batch QC is independently audited for exports.

Manufacturer Comparison: Model 30 vs Global Leading Brands

Feature / Brand Model 30 Long Neck Lug Kitz (Japan) Bray (US) ABZ (US) Johnson Controls
Cycle Test (EN12266) 50,000+ 32,000 45,000 39,000 48,000
Corrosion Coating Epoxy/Full SS Epoxy Epoxy/Fusion Epoxy Electrocoat
Seat Type EPDM/PTFE EPDM PTFE/EPDM EPDM NBR
Certifications ISO, FDA, WRAS JIS, ISO UL, FM, ISO ISO UL, ISO
Pressure Rating (Bar) 17 15 16 15 16
ISO 5211 Mount Yes Optional Yes Yes Optional
Sanitary Compliance (FDA) Yes (opt.) Limited Yes (opt.) No No
Model 30 stands out for cycle life, FDA compliance, and corrosion defense.

Tailored Solutions: Customization Options

  • Custom actuator mounting: Electric, pneumatic, gear or lever all supported
  • Material selection: Full SS316, duplex 2205, Hastelloy for corrosive service
  • Coating customizations: WRAS/FDA certified for potable/food lines, marine-grade
  • Connection compatibility: Lug, wafer, tri-clamp, ANSI/DIN/ISO flanges
  • Optional accessories: Limit switch, positioner feedback, epoxy color matching
  • Extreme temperature/pressure specs on request (-45°C, 25Bar pressure)
Engineering teams support project-specific designs, fast sample delivery, and global logistics.

Application Case Studies: Butterfly Valve 2.5 Inch in the Field

Petrochemical Industry: High-Pressure Steam Line

In a leading Middle East refinery upgrade (2023), more than 160 sets of Long Neck Lug Type Model 30 valves (2.5" and 3") replaced conventional wafer type valves in critical steam distribution. Lab data and plant SCADA logs show a 13% reduction in leak incidents and an average valve maintenance interval extended by 36 months.


Water Treatment — Municipal Supply

A European utility installed 2.5" Model 30 valves for feedwater and backwash zones. Real-time pressure testing showed zero seat leakage after 3 years (tested under 14 Bar daily cycles), outperforming local standard valves. Operators cited easier maintenance due to the long-neck design and positive shutoff.


Food Processing / Brewery: Clean-In-Place (CIP)

When a US craft brewery transitioned to 1.5 tri clamp butterfly valves and Model 30 (2.5") for its new sterile process line, qualification runs validated less than 0.03% product hold-up, perfect weldless sanitation, and swift seat replacement versus previous models. Operator survey gave a 4.8/5 rating on reliability.

FAQ: Technical Terms & Application Insights

1. What does "long neck" mean in butterfly valves?
"Long neck" refers to an extended stem design, enabling thermal isolation and easy actuation even with thick pipe insulation—essential in chemical and HVAC applications.
2. What is a "lug type" connection?
A lug type butterfly valve features threaded bolt holes around the valve body, allowing direct bolted connection between flanges—supporting dead-end service and easy sectional maintenance.
3. Which materials are best for chemical resistance?
For aggressive media, SS316 (stainless steel), PTFE seat, and FKM/Viton seals are preferred for optimal corrosion and temperature resistance, certified by FDA and ISO standards.
4. What does “tri-clamp” mean in sanitary butterfly valves?
"Tri-clamp" is a quick-release sanitary connection, common in food, brewery, and pharmaceutical processing for its ease of cleaning, secure sealing, and compliance with FDA/3A standards.
5. What is ISO 5211?
ISO 5211 defines actuator-mounting flanges for direct attachment to valves, ensuring global standardization, easy automation, and swift actuator swaps without special brackets.
6. How is end-to-end quality ensured?
100% of valves are hydro- and air-tested per EN12266/API609; materials are traceable via heat number stamping, and final inspection is logged for ISO and customer audits.
7. How long is the warranty on Model 30?
A full 2-year warranty covers manufacturing defects, plus lifetime technical support and 48-hour replacement on verified failures; extended service contracts are optional.

Delivery, Lead Time & Support Services

  • Standard lead time: 7–20 days (depending on QTY & configuration); samples in 5 days
  • Support: Online & on-site technical support, documentation (CAD, 2D, 3D, certificates)
  • Warranty: 2 years with documented claims process; extended service agreement optional
  • Customer References: Available upon request; hundreds of global installations
  • Aftermarket Care: Fast spare parts, valve retrofits, actuator upgrades

Certifications & Industry Partnerships

  • All products manufactured in ISO9001:2015 certified facilities
  • Tested to ANSI/ASME/API/EN12266—certificate copies available
  • OEM/ODM for Fortune 500 partners and top 10 EPC contractors
  • Over 21 years’ professional export history; trusted worldwide
  • FDA/WRAS food-suitable variants; 100% batch traceability

For more about the full range of precision sanitary or industrial butterfly valves, visit our product resource: Long Neck Lug Type Model 30 Butterfly Valve.

References & Further Reading

  1. MarketsandMarkets. (2024). "Butterfly Valves Market Size, Share & Trends" – Link
  2. Valve World Magazine – "Trends in Butterfly Valve Technologies" – valve-world.net
  3. Forum: Valve Engineering – Field issues & maintenance eng-tips.com/threadminder.cfm?pid=341
  4. "Butterfly Valves: Standards and Selection" – ISA Journal, Vol. 51(2), 2023
  5. FDA. "Standards for Sanitary Valves" – FDA Food Code
  6. International Water Association: Valve Asset Management Casebook, 2022

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