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IPEX VK and VX Ball Valves

VK and VX Ball Valves feature a full port, bi-directional double block design. The valves are rated at 232 psi @ 73°F but may vary depending on the size and material. Teflon seats and either EPDM or VITON seals are standard. The VK also features in-in compensation for seat wear and a "constant torque" system.
Size ranges from 1/2" to 6".

VK Special Features:
• Full port
• Bi-directional flow
• Trunnion design (4" only)
• Low maintenance and extended operational life
• In-line micro-adjustment of ball seating
• Handle equipped with removable spanner device
• Mounting pads molded on valve body (2 1/2" to 6")
• Blowout proof stem
• O-ring cushions to compensate for seat wear and to prevent seizing of the ball
• Part of the Xirtec system of pipe, valves and fittings

VX Special Features:
• Full port
• Bi-directional flow
• Dual functional handle/spanner wrench
• Special blocking device thread design to prevent accidental loosening during disassembly of union nut
• Ultra-compact design
• Part of the Xirtec system of pipe, valves and fittings

	VK Series	VX Series
Body Material	PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF	PVC, CPVC
Size Range:	1/2" to 6" (PVC-CPVC) 1/2" to 2" (PVDF-PP*)	1/2" to 6"
Pressure	232 psi (1/2" to 2") 150 psi (2 1/2" to 6")	232 psi (1/2" to 2") 150 psi (2 1/2" to 6")
Seats	PTFE	PTFE
Seals	EPDM or VITON	EPDM or VITON
End Connections	Socket (IPS) Threaded (NPT) Flanged (ANSI 150) Spigot (metric fusion) Socket (metric fusion)	Socket (IPS) Threaded (NPT) Flanged (ANSI 150)

* All sizes of VK Series PP are rated at 150 psi.

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IPEX VK and VX Ball Valves