Leading gas control solutions provider GCE has announced the introduction of a new product to its range, the GCE One Touch 316L Stainless Steel compact diaphragm valve.
As specialty gas cylinders are being increasing compact and lightweight, the cylinder valve industry must also adapt its own valve technology. GCE has produced a lightweight solution to its valve family.
One of four basic valve types, the diaphragm valve is a handwheel-operated valve type, most often used for highly toxic and/or high purity gases. The design features a two-piece stem construction separated by non-perforated diaphragms which prevent leakage along the valve stem.
In order to ensure a double layer of leak security, the stem movement can be controlled by the operation of the handwheel.
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