A Line Changer 3-Way Ball Valve is a multi-port valve used to divert, mix, or isolate flow between three different pipelines in a fluid system. It is commonly used where fluid needs to be switched from one line to another without stopping the system.
Key Features:
3-Way Design:
- Contains three ports (inlet/outlet combinations: L-type or T-type configuration)
- Allows for switching between lines, diverting flow, or mixing fluids
Line Changer Functionality:
- Enables quick redirection of flow between two lines using a single valve.
- Eliminates the need for multiple valves in branching pipelines.
Ball Mechanism:
- Internally, a rotating ball with a hole controls the flow direction.
- Operated by a lever handle (90° or 180° turn).
Material:
- Body: Brass, stainless steel, or PVC
- Seals: PTFE or EPDM for chemical/water resistance
- Ends: Threaded, flanged, or plain socket type
- Irrigation systems (diverting flow between zones)
- Water treatment plants
- Chemical and process industries
- Transfer between storage tanks or pipelines
- Mixing/blending or isolating lines in utility services
- Compact and space-saving flow control
- Reduces need for multiple valves
- Fast and easy switching between lines
- Leak-proof operation with minimal maintenance
- Ideal for manual or automated (actuator-ready) control