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HOW TO AVOID RISK OF IGNITION WHEN OXYGEN IS PRESENT IN VALVE APPLICATIONS

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Manufacturers of cryogenic valves must carefully adhere to strict BAM and DIN standards when oxygen is present. Otherwise, there’s a high risk of ignition during use.

In Parker Hannifin’s blog post, How to Avoid Risk of Ignition When Oxygen is Present in Valve Applications, the company breaks down best practices for cryogenic valves.

What you can expect to learn:


  • Why you should never lubricate a valve spindle with oil or grease. When oil and grease come into contact with oxygen within a cryogenic valve, the remains of melted or burned metal are ejected out of the valve casing and oxygen can then leak out.

  • How to ensure that valves are inspected and checked for the presence of oil and grease. In many industrial systems, shut-off valves are installed and the screw threads are lubricated with oil and grease to reduce friction, which can cause an issue if oxygen is present within the application.

  • The best way to follow valve cleaning procedures. To check for the presence of oil and grease, Parker subjects each valve to a cleaning process specifically developed for that application, regardless of its later use.
Are you in need of cryogenic valves?

Do you need cryogenic valves for your business? We offer a variety of Parker applications. To learn more, give us a call at 1-800-333-7519 or contact us online. 

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