Key Features

  • Function: Pressure sustaining (back pressure) valve with external pilot
  • Port / Flange Sizes: DN50 – DN200 PN16; optional ANSI 150Lb or JIS10K flange
  • Inlet Pressure: 20 Bar max; tested to 32 Bar
  • Back Pressure Adjustment Range: 0.5 – 4 Bar or 2 – 8 Bar, displayed via included stainless steel pressure gauge
  • Media Temperature: -15°C to +80°C

DN50-200 Pressure Sustaining Valve Ductile Iron 0.2-8 Bar

£560.68 incl. VAT £467.23 ex. VAT

-40% Was £934.48 incl. VAT

Brand: Z-Tide Co Ltd

Model: BFS-D

Stock: 43 in stock

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Description

Flanged Pilot-Assisted Pressure Sustaining Valve – Z-Tide Industrial BFS Series


The Z-Tide Industrial BFS Series is a premium flanged pilot-assisted pressure sustaining valve designed to automatically maintain a minimum upstream pressure in high-flow water and compatible fluid systems. Featuring an externally piloted control system with a heavy-duty epoxy-coated ductile iron body, the BFS Series continuously monitors inlet pressure and automatically regulates the main valve to maintain a pre-set back pressure regardless of downstream demand. Available from DN50 to DN200 with PN16 flanges and optional ANSI 150 lb or JIS10K drilling, these valves are ideally suited to water distribution, pumping stations, process systems and municipal infrastructure where upstream pressure protection is essential.

Valve function & operation

Function: Pilot-assisted pressure sustaining (back pressure) valve
Externally piloted pressure control
Operating principle: Pressure-assisted piston with external pressure sustaining pilot
Maintains a constant minimum upstream pressure
Stainless steel pressure gauge displays sustained pressure

Flange sizes:

DN50 to DN200 PN16
Optional flange standards:
ANSI 150 lb
JIS10K
JIS20K
PN10
PN20
Other flange standards available on request

Pressure & regulation

Maximum inlet pressure: 20 Bar
Pressure tested to: 32 Bar
Pressure sustaining ranges:
0.5 to 4 Bar
2 to 8 Bar
Additional pressure ranges available on request
Maximum media temperature: +80°C
Minimum media temperature: -15°C
Maximum media viscosity: 50 cSt
Mounting position: Any position

Construction & materials

Body: Epoxy-coated ductile iron
Cylinder: Bronze
Piston: Bronze
Seat: Bronze
Internals: Bronze, brass and stainless steel
Spring: 304 stainless steel
Standard seals: NBR
Optional seals:
FKM (Viton)

Media compatibility

✓ Water
✓ Potable water
✓ Cooling water
✓ Process water
✓ Light oils up to 50 cSt
✓ Fluids compatible with the valve materials

Performance & design

✓ Patented cylindrical piston design
✓ Exceptionally high flow capacity compared with conventional pressure sustaining valves
✓ Straight-through flow path reduces pressure loss, turbulence and hydraulic noise
✓ Externally mounted pilot controller allows servicing without removing the main valve body from the pipeline
✓ Unique U-ring sealing system provides long, reliable, maintenance-free service
✓ Automatically maintains a minimum upstream pressure regardless of downstream flow demand
✓ Stainless steel pressure gauge provides continuous indication of sustained pressure

Applications

Booster pump protection
Water distribution networks
Pressure zoning systems
Industrial process water systems
Cooling water systems
Municipal water infrastructure
Chemical processing
Food and beverage manufacturing
General industrial process control

Manufacturing quality

Manufactured using a heavy-duty epoxy-coated ductile iron body with bronze piston and precision-machined bronze and stainless steel internal components, the Z-Tide Industrial BFS Series has been engineered for reliable long-term operation in demanding industrial environments. Its pilot-assisted pressure sustaining controller continuously monitors upstream pressure and automatically adjusts the main valve to maintain the selected minimum back pressure, protecting upstream equipment and maintaining stable system operation regardless of downstream demand. The patented cylindrical piston design provides exceptionally high flow capacity while the externally mounted stainless steel pressure gauge allows simple commissioning, adjustment and routine monitoring. The removable pilot controller further simplifies maintenance by allowing servicing without removing the main valve body from the pipeline.

Ordering information

Simply select the required flange size, pressure sustaining range, seal material and flange standard before adding the valve to your basket. Alternative pressure ranges, flange standards, seal materials and custom sizes up to 56" are available on request.

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Technical Specification

Brand: Z-Tide Co Ltd

Model: BFS-D

Width: 95.00 mm

Height: 95.00 mm

Depth: 190.00 mm

Weight: 12.00 kg

Valve / Product Type: Pressure Sustaining

Body Material: Ductile Iron

Port Size: 4 inch Flange DN100 , 5 inch Flange DN125 , 6 inch Flange DN150 , 8 inch Flange DN200 , 10 inch Flange DN250, 12 inch Flange DN300 , 14 inch Flange DN350 , 16 inch Flange DN400 , 18 inch Flange DN450 , 2 inch Flange DN50, 20 inch Flange DN500 , 21/2 inch Flange DN65 , 3 inch Flange DN80

Operation: Pressure Assisted

Pressure: 0.2 Bar (200 mBar), 0.3 Bar (300 mBar), 0.4 Bar (400 mBar), 0.5 Bar (500 mBar), 0.6 Bar (600 mbar), 0.7 Bar (700 mBar), 0.8 Bar (800 mBar), 1 Bar, 1.2 Bar, 1.3 Bar, 1.4 Bar, 1.5 Bar, 1.6 Bar, 2 Bar, 2.5 Bar, 3 Bar, 3.5 Bar, 4 Bar, 4.5 Bar, 5 Bar, 5.5 Bar, 6 Bar, 6.5 Bar, 7 Bar, 7.5 Bar, 8 Bar

Seals: NBR, FKM (Viton)

Media: Fluid (Non Aggressive), Water

Options required: Anti Water Hammer

Orifice: 125mm, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm, 350mm, 400mm, 450mm, 500mm, 50mm, 65mm, 80mm

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