SchuF & Fetterolf Disc Bottom Outlet Valve
SchuF & Fetterolf Disc Bottom Outlet Valve
SUPPLIER: SchuF & Fetterolf
AVAILABILITY: Canada
SchuF disc bottom outlet valves (BOVs) are ideal for draining tanks, reactors or pipelines containing non-viscous media.
Available in disc lowering or disc raising designs, SchuF BOV disc valves are dead space free and without sharp corners or edges for fast and compete draining. A wide range of materials for body and trim are available to suit application needs. The valves can be cleaned in place through flush ports for easy maintenance.
Design Parameters
- Reactor/tank draining
- Crust‑breaking
- Dead‑space‑free drainage
- Zero‑emissions bellows seal
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to some of the most common questions
What is the difference between Disc-up and Disc-down Bottom Outlet Valves?
Disc-up valves open into the vessel to break through bottom crusts; disc-down valves lower into the valve body to avoid low-clearance reactor agitator blades.
How does a SchuF Disc Bottom Outlet Valve eliminate reactor dead space?
The contoured disc seats flush at the vessel nozzle interface, eliminating stagnant pockets to ensure 100% batch mixing and prevent product accumulation.
How do SchuF Disc Bottom Outlet Valves handle crusting and solid buildup?
Ascending disc models physically fracture bottom crusts when opening, while descending disc models utilize body flush ports to wash solids off seating faces.
Can SchuF disc bottom outlet valves be serviced without unbolting from the reactor?
Yes. Rear-entry bonnet construction allows technicians to remove and inspect the disc, stem, and packing assembly from below without disconnecting the main reactor flange.
